Bibendum unveils New Bordeaux School for sommeliers
Published: 27 September, 2024
Bibendum Wine has launched its New Bordeaux School, an educational programme targeting sommeliers.
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North South Wines hosts 24-Hour peloton ride to support mental health charity
Published: 26 September, 2024
North South Wines, a B Corp-certified wine importer based in Bicester, is holding its first major fundraising event for new charity partner Restore with a 24-hour “Pelotonathon” from Thursday 3 October to Friday 4 October. The team will ride two Peloton bikes non-stop to raise funds for Restore, an Oxfordshire-based mental health charity.
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Sotheby’s to auction wines marking 40 years of Domaine Clarence Dillon
Published: 26 September, 2024
Sotheby’s London will host an auction on 7 November 2024 featuring a collection of wines from the cellars of Château La Mission Haut-Brion.
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Lay & Wheeler hires Amanda Skinner as commercial strategy director
Published: 26 September, 2024
Lay & Wheeler, one of the UK’s top fine wine merchants, has appointed Amanda Skinner as commercial strategy director. She will report directly to MD James Kowszun.
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Yalumba celebrates 175th anniversary with tour of Museum and aged wines
Published: 25 September, 2024
Yalumba Family Winemakers landed in London yesterday (24th September) as part of a global tour to celebrate this venerable Australian producer’s 175th anniversary, proffering a fitting taste of older vintages of their classic wines.
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Beverage industry shifts offer new opportunities, says Circana
Published: 25 September, 2024
The beverage industry has undergone significant changes over the past year, presenting new opportunities for both brands and retailers, according to a new report from Circana, an advisor on consumer behaviour.
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Hospitality faces financial struggles as national debt hits record high
Published: 25 September, 2024
UK debt has reached 100% of GDP, its highest level since 1961, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Meanwhile, against this national backdrop, new research suggests that the hospitality sector is one of the industries facing significant debt concerns in the current climate.
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Portugal hosts OIV Awards as part of centennial celebrations
Published: 24 September, 2024
Portugal, a founding member of the OIV, played host to the 2024 OIV Awards ceremony in Lisbon as part of the organisation’s centennial festivities. The event was co-organised by the OIV, the Portuguese Instituto da Vinha e do Vinho (IVV) and Wines of Portugal.
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Exclusive: IWC changes hands as Chris Ashton takes over
Published: 24 September, 2024
After 19 years under William Reed’s ownership, the International Wine Challenge (IWC) is now being run by IWC Events Limited, owned by Chris Ashton. This marks the first time in the Challenge’s history that it will operate as a stand-alone business, Harpers can exclusively reveal.
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Sweet dreams with the Sugrues at their Sussex winery launch
Published: 24 September, 2024
Winemaking power duo Dermot and Ana Sugrue finally have a permanent home for their Sussex wine project, Sugrue South Downs, with a newly opened winery now sitting at the top of Wivelsfield’s Bee Tree vineyard.
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Cockburn’s revamps range with eco-friendly focus
Published: 23 September, 2024
Cockburn’s Port is ‘challenging perceptions in the category’ with a significant redesign which introduces a new lightweight bottle across the core range.
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Hospitality insolvencies jump 16%
Published: 23 September, 2024
New company insolvency statistics from auditing firm RSM show insolvencies in hospitality saw a significant increase in the year to July, as an underwhelming summer compounded the challenges facing the sector.
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Virgin Wines unveils bespoke range after acquiring own vines
Published: 23 September, 2024
Online wine retailer Virgin Wines has launched a bespoke Vineyard Collection range, each made from a blend of the company’s own vines from across five regions.
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Four scholars awarded 2024 Taylor’s Port Golden Vines Diversity Scholarships
Published: 23 September, 2024
Four individuals have been named the 2024 Taylor’s Port Golden Vines Diversity Scholarship winners, as announced by Liquid Icons, the Gérard Basset Foundation and Taylor’s Port. The scholarships, first established in 2021, aim to support students pursuing the Master of Wine (MW) and Master Sommelier (MS) programmes.
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WSTA urges two-year alcohol duty freeze to boost economy
Published: 23 September, 2024
Wine and spirit businesses are calling on the government to freeze alcohol duty for at least two years, arguing it will help offset declining revenues and support public finances.
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Laudun becomes new Côtes du Rhône Cru
Published: 20 September, 2024
Laudun has officially been recognised as the 18th Cru of the Côtes du Rhône, with 2024 set to mark the first vintage under this prestigious title. Formerly classified as Côtes du Rhône Villages Laudun, the wine-producing area achieved communal appellation status following a decision by the National Institute for Origin and Quality (INAO) on 11 September.
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Friday read: The first Taiwanese wine debuts in London
Published: 20 September, 2024
In London’s highly competitive wine market, importing wines from unknown regions is a calculated risk. Though a compelling story behind the wine is almost guaranteed, storytelling alone is not enough to sell bottles. Earlier this year, Sunny Hodge made waves as the first importer to introduce a Taiwanese wine from Weightstone Winery to the UK. Confident in its potential, Hodge believes the wine has the necessary allure and simply needs the right stage to make its mark.
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From gelato to Gunderloch – Liberty hits a high note at autumn tasting
Published: 20 September, 2024
An amped up Tom Platt, CEO of Liberty Wines, was keen to share his optimism this week as the trade steams ahead into the last months of 2024, with a particular focus on a handful of new Italian wines and a “significantly developed” Spain category striking a chord with visitors at Tuesday's (17 September) autumn tasting.
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WSET reports 15% increase in Diploma candidates
Published: 19 September, 2024
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has reported a 15% increase in global candidates for its Level 4 Diploma in Wines.
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Campari CEO resigns after five months, citing personal reasons
Published: 19 September, 2024
Campari's CEO, Matteo Fantacchiotti, resigned unexpectedly on Wednesday (18 September) after just five months in charge, with the company attributing his departure to personal reasons.
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