Harpers 50 Best Indies 2020 – now open for nominations

We are once again launching our annual 50 Best Indies Awards, to recognise the best in the business of indie drinks retailing.

Harpers launches Think Spirits

The launch on 28 April of Think Spirits will bring together several of Harpers Think events under the one roof, including Think Gin, Think Rum, Think Agave and Think Whisk(e)y, plus the newly launched Think Vodka, at St Mary's Church, London.

Harpers ‘HOT 50’ on-trade survey open for nominations

Once again we are inviting you to have your say ahead of our Harpers HOT 50 on-trade influencers feature, which recognises and celebrates those at the top of their game.

Atkin warns South Africa cannot continue to be the world’s wine "bargain basement"

The romantics holding on to German Riesling

Seeing as the trade refuses to give up on Riesling, Jo Gilbert caught up with the true believers who are putting the grape front and centre – and are picking up disciples in the process

Think Gin gets joined by Think Tequila & Mezcal

Think Gin returns next Tuesday (18 June) with the addition of Think Tequila & Mezcal, which joins the ‘Think’ family for the first time.

The week that was

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, here’s a review of the top online news, analysis, opinion and features.

Taking rum to the next level

With rum in ascendancy, Harpers’ Think Rum panel debated how best to educate both trade and consumer as to the diversity and versatility of the category

New additions revealed for Harpers' Think France event

Harpers has released more details about its new event dedicated to French wines - Think France.

The week that was

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, here’s a review of the top online news, analysis, opinions and features.

Roberson plans expansion outside of London

Three years ago, dynamic, family-run business Roberson Wines took the decision to close its flagship store.

Don't miss Harpers Wine Stars Spain, Australia and South America

Harpers Wine Stars, the competition judged by buyers for buyers, is returning fresh for 2019 – and there’s only just over a week left to sign up.

Harpers expands events portfolio with Think France

Harpers is gearing up to launch a new event dedicated to French wines - Think France.

Harpers reveals 50 Best Indies

Harpers unveiled the result of this year’s 50 Best Indies competition at a prestigious event held last night in the capital, with Vagabond Wines once again claiming the top spot followed by Oxford Wine Company and Berry Bros & Rudd.

SITT set for Leeds launch as it gears up for Autumn tastings

Specialist Importers Trade Tastings (SITT) is gearing up for its popular Autumn tastings including its first event in Leeds.

Harpers Wine Stars goes live online

Our brand new website for Harpers Wine Stars has launched, making it easier than ever to be in with a chance of grabbing one of our fantastic buyer-focused awards.

Harpers regulars Atkin and Woodward go ‘mano a mano’ for International Wine Columnist Award

With only two weeks to go until the 4 September final of the prestigious Louis Roederer International Wine Awards, Harpers columnists Tim Atkin MW and Guy Woodward are among the hopeful writers awaiting the final judging decisions.

Meet the buyers: Matthew Harris, owner/director at Planet Of The Grapes

Hybrids that mix it up with wine and food spill the beans on how to juggle retail and in-house hospitality.

The Hot 50

Welcome to our Hot 50 2018, recognising and celebrating the key influencers, innovators and drivers of quality drinks offers in the on-trade.

Last call for indies to sign up to Shop Rioja

Independent wine retailers have a last chance to enter Shop Rioja and win £1,000 towards new listings of the Spanish region's wines.