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Louis Roederer acquires Burgundy’s Domaine Pierre Damoy

Published: 28 July, 2026

Champagne House Louis Roederer has acquired Burgundy’s Domaine Pierre Damoy which will now form part of the ‘Roederer Collection’.

One week to go!: Nominate for UK’s 50 Best Indies

Published: 28 July, 2026

There is now only just over one week until nominations for Harpers’ 50 Best Indies 2027 list close on 6 August.

Juvé & Camps begins ‘earliest ever’ harvest

Published: 27 July, 2026

Juvé & Camps has today begun its 2026 harvest at its Espiells estate – the first since it joined the Corpinnat association earlier this year.

Nick Gillett: Aperitivo – The best thing we’ve borrowed from Europe

Published: 27 July, 2026

There's a shade of orange that has colonised the British summer, and I bet you know the one. It's a spritz enjoyed on every terrace, every canalside table, every Instagram grid.

Wine tourism: Rathfinny announces expansion of vineyard accommodation

Published: 27 July, 2026

Rathfinny Wine Estate has unveiled plans for a significant expansion of its on-site guest accommodation, following unanimous approval from the South Downs National Park Authority.

Ian Macleod Distillers launches private client business

Published: 27 July, 2026

Ian Macleod Distillers (IMD) has launched a new private client business that offers collectors, investors and enthusiasts access to some of what it called Scotland’s rarest whisky stocks.

Zero tariff scotch trading with US comes into effect

Published: 24 July, 2026

From today (24 July) a ‘zero for zero’ tariff regime has come into effect for scotch whisky entering the US.

Champagne announces yield adjustment for 2026 harvest

Published: 23 July, 2026

This year’s marketable yield for champagne has been set at 8,800 kg/ha – the equivalent of about 252 million bottles* of wine.

Tim Atkin elected chair of Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino

Published: 23 July, 2026

Wine writer and Harpers columnist Tim Atkin MW has been elected new chair of Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino (GOCV).

Gabb Family Wines appoints Julian Grubb in global expansion

Published: 23 July, 2026

South African producer Gabb Family Wines has announced the appointment of Julian Grubb to oversee its South American operations, as part of its global drive for growth.

Burnham grants pubs, clubs and music venues 20% rates cut

Published: 23 July, 2026

The government has announced that pubs, clubs and live music venues across England are set to receive a 20% business rates cut from April 2027.

Vintae completes acquisition of Bodegas Riojanas

Published: 22 July, 2026

Spanish wine group Vintae has announced its formal acquisition of Bodegas Riojanas, following a court-approved business restructuring plan.

Champagne Ayala unveils new GM

Published: 22 July, 2026

Cédric Roblet has been appointed general manager at Champagne Ayala, with effect from 14 September 2026.

Taylor's unveils game-changing lightweight bottle

Published: 22 July, 2026

Taylor's Port has introduced a redesigned bottle as part of a major sustainability drive - a vessel that is 24% lighter than its predecessor.

Court of Master Sommeliers welcomes six new members

Published: 22 July, 2026

The Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) has announced six new Master Sommeliers (MS) following the latest round of final examinations, held at Vienna's Grand Hotel in June.

Gérard Basset Foundation unveils 2026 Victims of Conflict Scholarships

Published: 21 July, 2026

The Gérard Basset Foundation has unveiled the awardees for its 2026 Artémis Domaines Golden Vines Victims of Conflict Scholarships. Two Ukrainian wine professionals are the recipients – sommelier Eleonora Kolieichik (pictured, left) and wine data specialist Anastasiia Igorevna Fedchenko (pictured, right).

Vintners’ Company announces Ian Harris as 531st master

Published: 21 July, 2026

Ian Harris MBE has been announced as the 531st master of the Worshipful Company of Vintners, marking the beginning of his year in the leadership role.

IWSC announces Portugal to host Global Wine Judging

Published: 20 July, 2026

The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) has announced that Portugal will host the country’s first ever Global Wine Judging event.

Nominations open for UK’s 50 Best Indies 2027

Published: 20 July, 2026

The trade can now nominate independent merchants for Harpers’ 50 Best Indies 2027 list.

Hallgarten takes annual inclusivity programme to Scotland

Published: 20 July, 2026

Hallgarten & Novum Wines has announced that it is taking its fully-funded ‘Inclusivity in Wine’ WSET programme to Scotland for the first time. Twelve successful candidates will gain the opportunity to study for and complete the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines.

Louis Roederer acquires Burgundy’s Domaine Pierre Damoy

One week to go!: Nominate for UK’s 50 Best Indies

Juvé & Camps begins ‘earliest ever’ harvest

Nick Gillett: Aperitivo – The best thing we’ve borrowed from Europe

Wine tourism: Rathfinny announces expansion of vineyard accommodation

Ian Macleod Distillers launches private client business

Zero tariff scotch trading with US comes into effect

Champagne announces yield adjustment for 2026 harvest

Tim Atkin elected chair of Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino

Gabb Family Wines appoints Julian Grubb in global expansion

Burnham grants pubs, clubs and music venues 20% rates cut

Vintae completes acquisition of Bodegas Riojanas

Champagne Ayala unveils new GM

Taylor's unveils game-changing lightweight bottle

Court of Master Sommeliers welcomes six new members

Gérard Basset Foundation unveils 2026 Victims of Conflict Scholarships

Vintners’ Company announces Ian Harris as 531st master

IWSC announces Portugal to host Global Wine Judging

Nominations open for UK’s 50 Best Indies 2027

Hallgarten takes annual inclusivity programme to Scotland

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