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Berkmann announces plan to protect prices as Brexit looms

Published:  11 February, 2019

Berkmann Wine Cellars has revealed its pricing strategy for 2019, which it says includes a “proactive plan to protect customers from potential Brexit fall out".

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Graham’s launches first premium White Port

Published:  11 February, 2019

Graham’s Port is launching its first premium white port, Blend No.5, in order to capitalise on the surging popularity of the drink.

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Malbec legend Georges Vigouroux dies aged 83

Published:  11 February, 2019

Georges Vigouroux has passed away, aged 83. The funeral will take place on 11 February at 10am in the Cathedral Saint Etienne of Cahors in Cahors, France.

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Dublin’s first alcohol-free bar gears up for launch

Published:  11 February, 2019

Dublin's first alcohol-free bar is set to open later this month, with plans to export the concept to the UK if the brand proves successful.

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McLaren Vale edges towards sub-regional recognition

Published:  11 February, 2019

South Australia’s McLaren Vale has its sights on a geologically-focused demarcation of the region’s most distinct wine producing districts.

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Portuguese wine is booming, says new report

Published:  08 February, 2019

The latest Wine Intelligence report on Portugal says the wine category in the country is growing “significantly” year on year, driven in part by a rise in tourism and “economic recovery after years of financial crisis”.

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Wine Australia launches new website

Published:  08 February, 2019

Wine Australia has launcheda website to promote Australian wine.

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FMV to distribute Tempus Fugit Spirits in UK

Published:  08 February, 2019

Fields, Morris & Verdin (FMV) has added Tempus Fugit Spirits to its portfolio.

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The week that was

Published:  08 February, 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.

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Enotria opens up craft beer following major deals with Compass and Bidfood

Published:  07 February, 2019

Craft beer was one of the star attractions at Enotria’s latest annual portfolio tasting, as the pressure to diversify becomes stronger and stronger at the top level of distribution.

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Woodford Reserve rolls out 'barrel' to UK on-trade

Published:  07 February, 2019

Woodford Reserve has unveiled a new barrel that will allow the UK on-trade to serve up a speedy Old Fashioned cocktail.

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Nelson’s Gin Distillery strikes deal with Sovereign Beverage Company

Published:  07 February, 2019

Nelson’s Gin Distillery has announced a partnership with Sovereign Beverage Company to drive the global distribution of its spirits.

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Diageo sponsors initiative to support female creatives returning to work

Published:  07 February, 2019

Diageo has been revealed as the exclusive sponsor for the Creative Equals ‘Returners’ scheme - #CreativeComeback.

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Armit reveals latest Tenuta San Guido wines

Published:  07 February, 2019

Armit Wines has unveiled a trio of new releases from the Tenuta San Guido estate – Sassicaia 2016, Guidalberto 2017 and Le Difese 2017.

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Berkmann signs distribution deal with Umani Ronchi

Published:  06 February, 2019

Berkmann Wine Cellars has signed a deal as the exclusive UK distributor for Italian producer Umani Ronchi.

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Manly Spirits arrives in the UK

Published:  06 February, 2019

Manly Spirits has launched a range of spirits in the UK, following “huge success” in Australia since it launched in April 2017.

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Bancroft adds Glaetzer to portfolio

Published:  06 February, 2019

Bancroft Wines will become exclusive UK agents for Barossa Valley winery, Glaetzer, from mid March.

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The Champagne Academy appoints new chair

Published:  06 February, 2019

The Champagne Academy has appointed Alice Archer as its new chair for 2019 taking over from Marcus Little.

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IWC stickers boost sales by up to 700%

Published:  06 February, 2019

Bottles of wine labelled with foil stickers awarded by the International Wine Challenge (IWC) can sell seven times more than an identical bottle of wine with no sticker, a study by the IWC has revealed.

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Italian wine under investigation for diluting expensive wines with mediocre grapes

Published:  05 February, 2019

At least 50 Italian organisations related to wine production, including vineyards and bottling companies, are reported to be under investigation for diluting expensive wines with mediocre grapes.

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