Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Thierry Tomasin, head sommelier, Angelus

Published: 08 February, 2012

Surprisingly despite the economic doom and gloom, Champagne was one of the biggest sellers here throughout Christmas and New Year.

Crewe wholesaler Rodney Densem acquires Telford Wines

Published: 18 November, 2011

Crewe-based Rodney Densem is to ramp up its coverage across the country with the purchase of Shropshire wholesaler Telford Wines.

Jascots to offer 24/7 delivery during Olympic and Paralympic Games

Published: 18 November, 2011

Independent wine merchant Jascots is to offer a 24 hours a day, seven days a week, delivery service to its clients throughout the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Don't miss - Copa Jerez and Sud de France Festival

Published: 03 August, 2010

The Sherry Institute of Spain has announced the 4th International Copa Jerez competition is open for entries.

Take 6 Ardbegs

Published: 03 August, 2010

Ardbeg 10 Year Old
(46% abv; rrp £37.95)
The backbone of the brand. The fresh, delicate nose belies the peaty beast beneath. Waxy, with aromas of gentian violets, citrus, pepper and wood smoke, giving way to a complex sea-spray and salt, molasses, asphalt, strong coffee and a tobacco palate that somehow manages to delicately pack an almighty punch.

UK wine in need of high profile sponsor

Published: 02 August, 2010

A high-profile sponsor is needed to help English wine continue to grow its reputation, according to Mike Roberts, chairman of English Wine Producers and director of the West Sussex winery Ridgeview Wine Estate.

Breaking the mould - the first in a new series looking at the opportunities around key grape varieties

Published: 02 August, 2010

In the first of a new series looking at the opportunities around key grape varieties, Carol Emmas focuses on Riesling

Laurent Richet - sommelier and head barman/cocktail specialist - Hotel TerraVina

Published: 02 August, 2010

Laurent Richet - sommelier and head barman/cocktail specialist - Hotel TerraVina

South Africa overtakes France

Published: 25 February, 2010

South Africa's recent success in the UK off-trade is not merely the result of favourable currency movements, according to the country's generic body.

Don't Miss - Academy of Food & Wine: An Introduction to Sommellerie

Published: 25 February, 2010

The Academy of Food & Wine (AFW), the foodservice industry's professional front-of-house training body, has announced the dates and venues of its next Professional Connoisseur Series, 'Senses, Service & Skills'.

This issue: South Africa

Published: 25 February, 2010

Looking for a new wine to plug a regional or stylistic gap on your shelves?

Discounts threaten Champagne market

Published: 25 February, 2010

Supermarket discounts are a bigger threat to Champagne sales than the booming Prosecco market, retailers at the Harpers Champagne Summit agreed.

Sam Harrison, owner, Sam's Brasserie & Bar & Harrisons

Published: 25 February, 2010

It's been an interesting month so far with the weather causing havoc. Nevertheless this has not dampened our spirits at Sam's Brasserie + Bar or over in Balham at Harrison's

Wine duping practices may happen regularly

Published: 25 February, 2010

Gallo's Red Bicyclette fiasco may not be a one-off in the wine trade, some industry insiders believe.

Academy announce Sommelier of the Year semi-finalists

Published: 25 February, 2010

The Academy of Food & Wine's 2010 Sommelier of the Year competition has announced its semi-finalists.

Breaking new terroirs

Published: 25 February, 2010

If you're visiting Terroirs for the first time, the thing to do when you turn into the road it's on is to look out for a blackboard with an eccentric slogan.

The Griffin In, Fletching

Published: 25 February, 2010

I had a vision for our weekend away in the country. It involved the perfect country pub in the perfect English village, muddy walks, a roaring fire, hearty fare and plenty of good quality liquid nourishment. On all counts, the 16th century Griffin Inn, in the idyllic village of Fletching, hit the mark.

This month - PeterHorton, wine consultant, Smiths of Smithfield & the Luxe

Published: 17 December, 2009

Peter Horton - wine consultant Smiths of Smithfield and The Luxe

Fiona Sims examines the wines at the Galvin brothers' new London eaterie

Published: 17 December, 2009

Fiona Sims examines the wines at the Galvin brothers' new London eaterie, La Chapelle.

Don't Miss - New Zealand Winegrowers Annual Trade Tasting

Published: 17 December, 2009

New Zealand Winegrowers are urging the trade not to miss out on the fabulous array of New Zealand Wines, Kiwi winemakers and other exciting initiatives this year