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Fine wine market suffers biggest drop since August 2023

Published:  20 May, 2025

The fine wine index dropped in April by the greatest amount since August 2023. The Liv-ex May Market Intelligence Report said the industry standard Fine Wine 100 closed down 1.7%, attributing the decline to the introduction of tariffs and the En Primeur tastings.

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Bancroft onboards Riebeek Valley Wine Company’s RAAR range to portfolio

Published:  20 May, 2025

Bancroft Wines has announced the addition of South African Riebeek Valley Wine Company to its portfolio. The new deal will see the Swartland producer’s RAAR range imported to the UK.

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UK Hospitality welcomes youth travel element of UK-EU trade deal

Published:  19 May, 2025

UK Hospitality has welcomed the news that a UK trade deal agreed with the EU yesterday (Monday) includes cooperation on a youth experience scheme which could see young people able to work and travel freely in Europe again.

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Eyes to the East: Q&A with Caroline Gilby MW

Published:  19 May, 2025

Partnering with The Ultimate CEE Wine Fair, Harpers and its editor Andrew Catchpole speak with co-founder and regional expert Caroline Gilby MW to discover more about her mission to champion the diverse wines of these excitingly promising countries.

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UK brewery numbers continue to decline

Published:  19 May, 2025

The number of breweries in the UK has declined by 136 since the end of March, continuing the downward trend reported in January, when brewery numbers had dropped by 100 since the start of 2024.

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Join Harpers’ Bordeaux Sustainable Winemaking webinar

Published:  19 May, 2025

There’s still time to register for the Harpers Bordeaux Sustainable Winemaking webinar, which takes place on Friday (23 May).

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LWF unveils sustainability partnerships ahead of Monday opening

Published:  16 May, 2025

The 2025 edition of the London Wine Fair is set to be the most sustainably focused in its long history, led by innovative partnerships and new green initiatives.

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Sponsored walk aims to raise £10,000 for The Drinks Trust

Published:  16 May, 2025

A new fundraising initiative spearheaded by Ali Mann of Emma Wellings PR will see members of the trade tackle a 22km Thames walk this September.

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New drinks distributor to challenge 'traditional norms'

Published:  16 May, 2025

A new premium-focused distributor and brand-building company has been launched by industry veterans Seymour Ferreira (pictured, centre) and Douglas Bratten (pictured, left).

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Vinarchy appoints new CEO

Published:  16 May, 2025

Multinational wine producer Vinarchy has appointed Danny Celoni as its CEO.

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New President for DOC Delle Venezie

Published:  15 May, 2025

Luca Rigotti has been appointed the new president of the DOC Delle Venezie Consortium, which manages Pinot Grigio Delle Triveneto, one of Italy’s most important wine-growing denominations.

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Waud Wines buys Slurp

Published:  15 May, 2025

Waud Wines has acquired online wine merchant Slurp from Freixenet Copestick, which had owned the retailer since 2017.

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Armit unveils trio of en primeur spring releases

Published:  14 May, 2025

Armit Wines is offering a small volume of prestigious still and sparkling wines en primeur in May and June, including top Chianti Classico and Champagne.

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Three Wine Men rebrand ahead of 2025 expansion

Published:  14 May, 2025

Three Wine Men – a consumer tasting event created by Oz Clarke, Tim Atkin MW and Olly Smith – has been reborn as WineAlive, signalling a new era for one of the UK's leading wine experiences.

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Venus Wine and Spirits expansion continues with new Birmingham depot

Published:  14 May, 2025

Venus Wine and Spirits Merchants is poised to open a fifth distribution centre one year after the business was acquired by the Booker Group in 2024.

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Last call for Top 50 Sommelier 2025 nominations

Published:  14 May, 2025

Tomorrow (Thursday 15 May) is the last chance to nominate for our Harpers Top 50 Sommeliers 2025 listing.

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BCB unveils Education Board for hotly anticipated London edition

Published:  12 May, 2025

Bar Convent Berlin (BCB) has revealed the Education Board for its first-ever UK edition: BCB London.

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Speciality Brands unveils new sake partnership

Published:  12 May, 2025

Leading distributor Speciality Brands has welcomed a UK-based sake brewery into its diverse portfolio, strengthening its already strong Japanese offering.

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Iggy Pop and Tilda Swinton among latest DP collaborators

Published:  12 May, 2025

Dom Pérignon has announced its latest “creative chapter”, with a series of portraits and films designed to deliver an immersive experience for guests from 15 May.

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Sogevinus expands tourism offer

Published:  12 May, 2025

Leading Port winemaker Sogevinus is officially opening a new five-star hotel in Porto in late May 2025, strengthening its credentials as a major centre of Douro wine tourism.

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