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Cava completes harvest amid reports of 55% grape loss

Published:  11 October, 2023

The Cava Designation of Origin has announced the completion of its 2023 harvest, following reports of grape losses between 35% and 55% compared to normal years.

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Lidl and The Wine Society join Bottle Weight Accord to reduce glass globally

Published:  11 October, 2023

A number of leading wine retailers representing various corners of the globe have just inked an agreement with the shared objective of significantly reducing the weight of 750ml still wine bottles across their extensive product lines.

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The Drinks Trust launches wellbeing programme

Published:  10 October, 2023

After months of consultation with key industry partners, The Drinks Trust is launching its Business Advisory Programme (BAP) – conceived to meet the challenges that businesses face in designing and executing a meaningful wellbeing strategy.

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Speciality Brands signs distribution deal with Chopin Vodka

Published:  09 October, 2023

Drinks distributor Speciality Brands has signed an agreement with Chopin Vodka, to exclusively distribute the Polish brand in the UK from this October onwards.

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Old vine conservation project to revitalise Chile’s wine heritage

Published:  09 October, 2023

Viña Santa Carolina has announced it is collaborating with the Quirihue Winemakers Association (Agrupación de Viñateros de Quirihue) on the next phase of an ongoing project, which has so far spent 10 years working to recover centuries-old grape varieties in the Itata Valley. 

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New guidance published for alcohol sales via rapid home deliveries

Published:  09 October, 2023

The Retail of Alcohol Standards Group (RASG) has published a new set of guidance to prevent underage drinkers from purchasing alcohol via home delivery services.

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Consumers remain value-conscious when dining out

Published:  09 October, 2023

In its latest research project, Lumina Intelligence, a leader in food and drinks insights, has found that consumers remain cautious about discretionary spending in the on-trade.

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From ‘smashable’ to age-worthy, Soave plots its renaissance

Published:  09 October, 2023

Much has been made of the potential of Italian whites beyond the near ubiquitous Pinot Grigio. But few conversations have centred on an arguably more important question – namely, is there a contender to take a place with the top white wines in the world?

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Friday read: Alto Adige – land of diversity, coops and the 1ha plot

Published:  06 October, 2023

Alto Adige is one of the smallest wine-producing regions in Italy. Nestled in between the Alps and the Dolomites, it acts as a kind of gateway between its neighbours in Austria and the rest of Italy proper, with wineries’ dual citizenship highlighted in the commonplace appearance of both Cantina and Kellerei on labels.

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Viña Carmen welcomes Ana María Cumsille as winemaker

Published:  06 October, 2023

Chilean winery Viña Carmen has announced Ana María Cumsille as its new winemaker. 

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Pernod Ricard exploring ‘divestment’ options for wine assets

Published:  06 October, 2023

Pernod Ricard, the world's second-largest wine and spirits seller, is reportedly relinquishing three of its most-prized wine assets. 

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Ridgeview announces record harvest

Published:  06 October, 2023

Records continue to tumble for England’s top wine estates as Ridgeview declares its 2023 harvest the ‘largest ever’.

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Johnnie Walker is 5th most valuable UK brand

Published:  05 October, 2023

Scotch whisky brand Johnnie Walker is one of the top five most valuable UK brands according to research by Kantar, joining the likes of Vodafone, HSBC and Shell.

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Exclusive: BWS falls into sustainability perception gap

Published:  05 October, 2023

In many ways, alcohol seems to be ahead of the curve when it comes to sustainability agendas. Wine producers around the world work on nature’s front line and are among the few sectors to have successfully high recycling rates globally via glass. Spirits have been at the forefront of experiments with alternative formats and zero waste projects.

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Elephant Gin opens new distillery

Published:  05 October, 2023

Award-winning gin producer Elephant Gin has opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art distillery, complete with an immersive visitor experience. 

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Somms to be eligible for skilled worker visa

Published:  04 October, 2023

Following a review by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), sommeliers have been reclassified to be eligible for the skilled worker visa route.

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Bourne & Hollingsworth launch female-led wine club

Published:  04 October, 2023

Bourne & Hollingsworth, the Clerkenwell-based restaurant and cocktail bar, has announced ‘The Rebellious Wine Club’, a new event series hosted by some of London's best female wine experts.

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Chivas Brothers green-light first distillery on Isle of Islay

Published:  03 October, 2023

Chivas Brothers, the Pernod Ricard business dedicated to Scotch whisky, has announced plans for its first distillery on the isle of Islay.  

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Scotland’s call to government as hospitality faces ‘continued barrage of challenges’

Published:  03 October, 2023

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) is pleading for more support to help protect the hospitality sector, as venues report the crippling impact of staff vacancies and ‘a continued wave of cost increases’.

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Sugrue South Downs welcomes three new investors

Published:  03 October, 2023

Boutique English sparkling producer, Sugrue South Down, has announced three new investors to the business.

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