Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

How Spain reinvented itself for the on-trade

Published: 31 October, 2025

A new generation of winemakers has recharged the country’s standing in the on-trade. Hamish Graham reports.

Q&A: Richard Bigg, Camino, Pintxito

Published: 21 October, 2025

Having just opened Pintxito, his first Basque-inspired eatery, Spanish wine champion Richard Bigg talks Chris Losh through his journey in vino.

On-trade: Sporting chances

Published: 07 February, 2024

As a summer of major fixtures looms, quality on-trade outlets are increasingly embracing lucrative shared viewing experiences, reports James Bayley.

Spain Report: Cava rides youthful wave

Published: 01 November, 2023

As Cava enjoys a boost in popularity with a younger generation, James Bayley learns how explaining the nuances of the Spanish fizz could broaden its appeal further.

Looking Back, Forging Ahead Q&A: Richard Bigg, Camino and Bar Rioja

Published: 24 July, 2023

Mid way through 2023, Harpers is taking stock of yet another turbulent year for the drinks trade, with plenty of highs and lows, so far. We continue our series with Richard Bigg, founder of Camino and Bar Rioja (pictured with wife Inma), to find out how the year as gone so far, and what the remainder may bring.