Negociants UK launches Australian winery's rare grape variety

Chaffey Bros Wine Company's quirky names like Not Your Grandma's Rose and Düfte Punkt are the type that catch the eye while wandering around the London Wine Fair.

Inside Conviviality's acquisition of Bibendum PLB

On Sunday 1 May 2106, Conviviality Retail confirmed it would be acquiring Bibendum PLB for £60 million following shareholder approval. Diana Hunter, chief executive officer of Conviviality Retail and Bibendum PLB chief executive officer Michael Saunders talk with Harpers.co.uk about the deal.

Conviviality to acquire Bibendum PLB for £60m

Conviviality Plc has announced its subsidiary Conviviality Brands Limited has conditionally agreed to acquire Bibendum PLB for an 'enterprise value' of £60 million.

Tim Atkin MW: The health of wine on the UK high street

Failing the emergence of a last-minute saviour, BHS looks set to slide into administration this week, joining a list of major high street casualties that includes Comet, Woolworths and JJB Sports.

Online retailer eBay launches wine specific site in the US

Online retailer and bidding platform eBay has launched a wine specific site in the US called eBay Wine.

Seesaw effect in Tequila sales as customers trade-up on quality

"Unfairly maligned" Tequila is making a comeback with customers taking a less-but-better approach when it comes to selecting the Mexican tipple.

Amazon Prime Now rolling out one-hour restaurant food delivery service in selected US cities

Analysis: Are wine and spirit companies making the most of marketing in today's tech savvy world?

The production of wines and spirits is based on centuries' old, traditional methods, but have producers failed to make the most of digital marketing to engage consumers?

Anti-aging gin is the "alcoholic equivalent of a facial"

A new gin which claims to reverse the aging process and keep the skin looking fresh even after a night of drinking has been released in North Wales.

London's food and drink supply chains at "increasing risk of service failure"

A report for the food logistics industry has warned that the way food and drink is delivered to the capital is a ticking time bomb.

Whisky Experience returns to Heathrow

Heathrow Airport is launching its month-long Whisky Experience to once again push one of its top-selling products.

Co-op remains tight-lipped on plans to sell off 300 stores

The Co-op has refused to deny rumours that it is planning to sell off 300 of its unwanted shops to manage debt and improve the rest of the chain.

ACS boss encourages c-stores to make their voices heard in public heath debate

Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) chief executive James Lowman has called on the convenience sector to engage with local decision makers in the wake of stricter alcohol laws and the so-called "sugar tax".

M&S doubles its range of English wines ahead of English Wine Week

High street stalwart Marks & Spencer will have 20 new English wines on its shelves in time for English Wine Week, boosting its range to a total of 37 wines from 14 counties.

Online grocery sales forecast to hit £15b by 2020 proving a big opportunity for wine

Retail market research firm Mintel forecasts that online grocery sales will increase 73% to reach £15 billion by 2020, proving an opportunity for the wine category.

Tesco's turnaround: Retailer post quarterly growth

Multiple retailer Tesco posted its first quarterly sales growth in nearly three years signalling that the supermarket giant's turnaround is gathering momentum.

Waitrose adds 12 new English Sparkling wines to range

Waitrose has announced its decision to expand its current range of English and Welsh wine by a quarter.

Marks and Spencer food sales grow market share

Sales of clothing and homeware at Marks and Spencer continued to fall in the fourth quarter, but the food and drinks section continues to be a saving grace for the high street stalwart.

The London Wine Fair 2016 to showcase most content in 36-year history

This year's London Wine Fair will play host to the largest ever schedule of debates, tastings and seminars, with more than 100 sessions planned across the three days. 

The UK market continues to undergo 'seismic changes', says Félix Solís's Richard Cochrane

Speaking to Harpers ProWein, Félix Solís UK managing director Richard Cochrane highlighted the shifting topography of the UK wine market, describing "seismic changes" that continue to alter the retail landscape in ways that he suggests are of an unprecedented significance and scale, with major implications for those supplying the UK trade.