Spain Supplement: Stirring up a great debate

The other side of life: Marblehead's Jeremy Rockett

We in the drinks biz are so passionate about our trade that sometimes it's easy to forget that our colleagues have other interests.

Rioja decision over single vineyard and regional labelling expected this autumn

A decision on proposed new rules that will allow Rioja producers to feature village names and specific vineyards prominently on labels may be taken as early as late October or early November this year.

Andrew Catchpole: Talking about a innovation revolution

Disruption is the new norm - and the experiential its freewheeling partner - as the fast-paced evolution of communications and other technologies continues to reshape how we interact with the world.

Sud de France flags up extended Occitanie reach at 10th anniversary tasting

Marketing brand Sud de France used its annual London tasting to communicate and clarify its extended Occitanie reach

Barullo to bring fusion of Argentine wine and culture to Hoxton

Wines of Argentina is once again re-writing the tasting format with an immersive experience in "Argentina's cutting edge wine scene and contemporary culture" at the JJ Studios in Hoxton this October

Pernod Ricard research suggests retailers should focus on premium sales in run up to Christmas

Pernod Ricard is urging retailers to tap into key moments that new research suggests can drive premium sales this Christmas, building value without resort to heavy discounting

COPY: The Drinks Wholesaler: A little of what they like

Welcome to our autumn issue of Drinks Wholesaler, which is packed with the usual medley of analysis, insights, viewpoints and features, plus original research into the wine market, commissioned and shared by Crown Cellars, appearing for the first time here. 

Insights: White wine renaissance

Sales of premium whites are on the up, but restaurants still see red when it comes to higher-end sales.

WSET cites USA and China as having greatest potential for growth in wine and spirits education

The Wine and Spirit Education Trust's chief executive Ian Harris has told Harpers that the USA represents "a massive opportunity for growth" and will be the next big focus for the educational trust

The Drinks Wholesaler: A little of what they like

Welcome to our autumn issue of Drinks Wholesaler, which is packed with the usual medley of analysis, insights, viewpoints and features, plus original research into the wine market, commissioned and shared by Crown Cellars, appearing for the first time here. 

Australia presents artisanal credentials to UK trade at Shoreditch tasting

Cargo nightclub in Shoreditch saw 23 boutique and artisanal winemakers showing some 220 wines to the UK's independently minded on- and off-trade at the inaugural Artisans of Australian Wine tasting on 20 September.

The other side of life: Richard Cochrane, managing director of Félix Solis UK

Richard Cochrane, managing director of Félix Solis UK, talks about his passion for climbing.

Q&A: Ian Harris, Wine & Spirit Education Trust

During his 14-year stint at the helm, Ian Harris has transformed the WSET into the leading global wine education body.

Profile: Henry Butler, Butler's Wine Cellar

With two Brighton shops and a share in a hybrid wine bar in Hove, vino purveyor Henry Butler is the de facto wine chap about town.

Insights: Suppliers provide in-depth data reports to attract and support customers

Anecdotal evidence about on-trade trends is being replaced by much more in-depth research from suppliers, delivering an invaluable sales asset for both wholesalers and accounts.

Andrew Catchpole: What is in the bottle is not the only thing that counts

Editor Andrew Catchpole argues that while wine quality is certaintly important it is not the only way customers buy, particularly when it comes to trying a new wine.

Insights: The importance of a well-honed drinks list

With new openings driving fierce competition, hitting the ground running with a well-honed drinks list is key. But how is it done?

Casarena champions Cabernet Sauvignon at launch of premium Argentine DNA wines into UK

Bodegas Casarena introduced its DNA Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon and blended Icono wine at the UNA Argentina pop up restaurant in St Pancras Clock Tower on 23 August, marking a firm commitment to growing premium Argentine wines in the UK.

Millennials: Fishing the $1.62 trillion pond

Millennials are the key to wine's future fortunes, but we need to know how to talk to them.