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Chapel Down launches its first sparkling Bacchus

Published: 21 May, 2019

Chapel Down has released its first sparkling Bacchus version.

Jamie’s Italian calls in administrators

Published: 21 May, 2019

Jamie Oliver’s restaurant empire is at the brink of collapse, with the group having called in the administrators putting up to 1,300 jobs at risk.

LWF: Consumers value experiences over value for money, says CGA

Published: 21 May, 2019

There has been a major shift in the way consumers decide which venues to visit, with the promise of entertainment and engagement now taking precedent over value for money.

LWF: Inter Rhône reveals “promising” first quarter UK export trends

Published: 21 May, 2019

Inter Rhône has revealed a “very promising” start to 2019 with preliminary data showing export sales to the UK near stagnant compared to the double-digit volume drop recorded in 2018.

Majestic hoping to toast £100m deal

Published: 21 May, 2019

Majestic wants £100 million for its bricks and mortar stores, according to a report from Sky News.

EU backs Bottega over protection claims

Published: 21 May, 2019

The Court of the European Union has backed the decision made by the EUIPO recognising the validity of the three-dimensional marks registered by Bottega to protect the distinctive features of its Bottega Gold and Bottega Rose Gold bottles.

Jascots reveals record sales

Published: 21 May, 2019

Jascots Wine Merchants has posted sales of £9.25 million - a record high - for the year ending 30 April 2019.

LWF: Inverarity continues the Scottish march south

Published: 21 May, 2019

Scottish-based Inverarity Morton is using its second ever outing at London Wine Fair (LWF) to advance its focus on supplying the English trade, with a round of new agencies in its portfolio.

Restaurant closures rise as high street pressures hit hard

Published: 21 May, 2019

The number of restaurants in Britain dropped by 2.8% in the year to March 2019, according to the latest Market Growth Monitor from CGA and AlixPartners.

LWF: Brexit delay damaging UK's global wine hub reputation

Published: 20 May, 2019

The ongoing uncertainty surrounding Brexit is impacting on the UK's position as an international hub for wine, according to a panel of senior trade figures at the WSTA-backed opening industry briefing at London Wine Fair (LWF).

Beaujolais on the up

Published: 20 May, 2019

Exports of Beaujolais to the UK rose 35% in volume and 9% in value year on year from February 2019, according to InterBeaujolais.

Wine Society reveals new ‘Bin Series’

Published: 20 May, 2019

The Wine Society has launched a new series of own-label wine - the Bin Series.

WSET Level 3 Award in Spirits goes live

Published: 20 May, 2019

The first courses for the Wine & Spirit Education Trust’s (WSET) new Level 3 Award in Spirits are open for booking in the UK and USA.

Beefsteak Club back on the buses

Published: 20 May, 2019

Beefsteak Club has brought back its ads on London Routemaster buses to coincide with the London Wine Fair and London Wine Week.

Furleigh Estate reveals new “super premium” range

Published: 17 May, 2019

Furleigh Estate will release a new range of super-premium sparkling wines to coincide with English Wine Week, which takes place between Saturday 25 May and Sunday 2 June.

Specialist wine importers launch new collective

Published: 17 May, 2019

A new collective of specialist wine importers - Spot - is set to launch at the London Wine Fair (LWF).

The week that was

Published: 17 May, 2019

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.

Ruffino releases three new sustainable wines

Published: 17 May, 2019

Ruffino has “confirmed its commitment to environmental responsibility” by introducing three organic-certified wines, a Chianti, a Prosecco and a Pinot Grigio.

Royal support for Ridgeview expansion

Published: 17 May, 2019

Ridgeview CEO Tamara Roberts and her team welcomed HRH Duchess of Cornwall yesterday for a tour of the estate as part of a Royal visit to cultural and gastronomic hot spots in East Sussex.