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Italian co-operative outlines plans for quality rebrand

Published: 12 September, 2017

A large-scale Italian cooperative is aiming to challenge its “reliable Pinot Grigio” reputation with a marketing push in the UK.

Broadland launches low-calorie, lighter-alcohol range

Published: 12 September, 2017

Broadland Wineries is tapping the move towards healthier drinking with a new range of single serve wines.

Former Accolade CEO Paul Schaafsma joins Invivo board

Published: 12 September, 2017

New Zealand winery Invivo, known for launching the Graham Norton wine brand, has appointed former Accolade Wines CEO Paul Schaafsma to its board as an independent director.

WSTA calls on government to ‘stop punishing consumers’ as wine prices continue to rise

Published: 12 September, 2017

The Wine & Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has called on the government to “stop punishing consumers” as its latest market report, released today, revealed the impact of the triple whammy price hike.

Exports for Beaujolais categories to the UK soar

Published: 11 September, 2017

Exports for all Beaujolais categories to the UK soared during the first part of this year, according to the latest figures released today by Business France.

Symington collaborates on robot field trials as labour shortfall hits Douro

Published: 11 September, 2017

Symington Family Estates has been at the centre of trials to robotise vineyards in a bid to make up for a workforce deficit in the Douro.

Langham Wine Estate appoints first head of sales & marketing

Published: 11 September, 2017

Langham Wine Estate has appointed Caroline Gitsham as head of sales & marketing – a new role created as the Dorset sparkling wine producer expands its production and tourism potential.

Discover the road less travelled at SITT Autumn

Published: 11 September, 2017

There’s only one week to go until SITT Autumn, when once again the Harpers team will be bringing independents a one-day event packed with discussion and discovery.

Rathfinny first to gain ‘Sussex’ wine approval as it seals distribution deal with Gonzalez Byass

Published: 11 September, 2017

A still white wine has become the first ‘Sussex’ wine to win approval under the new Sussex Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) scheme.

Halewood secures distribution deal for French wine brand Bonfils

Published: 08 September, 2017

Halewood Wines & Spirits has secured a deal to distribute French wine brand Bonfils in the UK.

Brexit boosts Scotch whisky tourism

Published: 08 September, 2017

Scotch whisky distilleries has posted a record 1.7 million visits during 2016 – an increase of almost 8% compared to the previous year, according to new research from the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA).

Earliest ever harvest for Denbies

Published: 08 September, 2017

This week we reported that an earlier than expected harvest arrived in the Loire at the end of August.

The week that was

Published: 08 September, 2017

In case you missed some of the headlines this week on harpers.co.uk, we have put together a review of the top online news, Q&As, and opinion stories.

Hillebrand appoints Cees van Gent as CEO

Published: 07 September, 2017

JF Hillebrand Group has appointed Cees van Gent as chief executive officer.

Early vintage arrives in the Loire

Published: 06 September, 2017

The Loire valley is heading full swing into an early harvest, with picking commencing on August 28 in Anjou - around 15 days earlier than in 2016.

Crus Bourgeois du Médoc to unveil official 2015 selection

Published: 06 September, 2017

Producers from eight Médoc AOCs are gearing up to debut 200 wines from the 2015 vintage at a trade tasting later this month.

Pernod creates stand alone division for gin brands

Published: 06 September, 2017

Spirits giant Pernod Ricard has announced it is moving three of its flagship gin brands into a dedicated division in order to concentrate on the growth opportinities within the category.

Bibendum to launch 100 Old World wines

Published: 05 September, 2017

Bibendum is gearing up to introduce 100 new European wines at its autumn tasting.

Out-of-home drinks sales slow down

Published: 05 September, 2017

The out-of-home alcoholic drinks market recorded a slight value increase in the past year, but declined in volume in line with the trend for drinking ‘less but better’.