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The week that was: top news, Q&As and opinion on Harpers.co.uk

Published: 03 February, 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.

The week that was: top news, Q&As and opinion on Harpers.co.uk

Published: 03 February, 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.

North South Wines to hold inaugural tasting

Published: 02 February, 2017

After nearly three years of trading, UK distributor North South Wines (NSW), has announced it will be holding its first ever portfolio tasting in London and Leeds later this month.

Resurrected Western Wines concept focuses on post-referendum opportunities for UK bottling

Published: 02 February, 2017

The family behind the now defunct Western Wines is re-launching part of its business model to export South African bulk to wine to the UK.

Change of subsidiary ownership consolidates Hallgarten's B2B wine focus

Published: 02 February, 2017

Hallgarten (HDN) wines has announced a structural change of ownership with the company now owned directly by the Pieroth family of Burg Layen in Germany. The wine wholesaler based in Luton, was until December, a subsidiary of the Pieroth's family's holding company WIV Wein International.

Diageo announces plans for £18.6 million distillery and whiskey project in former Guinness Power House

Published: 01 February, 2017

Diageo has announced plans to re-enter the Irish whiskey market after selling Bushmills two years ago.

Retailers urged to be vigilant under AWRS

Published: 01 February, 2017

Retailers must check that their alcohol wholesaler is registered under new rules which come into force on April 1.

Save the date circulated for possible return of Annual Champagne Tasting

Published: 01 February, 2017

The Annual Champagne Tasting could be returning to London following the divisive decision made last year not to hold the event in 2017.

Lebanon going back to its - Cinsault - roots

Published: 01 February, 2017

Lebanon is going back to its roots - in every sense.

New private club appoints wine director for Château Latour partnership

Published: 31 January, 2017

A new members club which is set to heavily feature Château Latour wines when it opens later this year has secured a wine director.

Amazon Fresh competitor Ocado delivers "robust" results

Published: 31 January, 2017

Ocado, the online grocer often seen squeezing down the back roads of middle class England has reported a rise in annual profits.

Why Argentinian reds are the new Malbec

Published: 31 January, 2017

Much of Argentina's success over the past few years is undeniably down to the runaway success of the Malbec in the UK.

Conviviality reports soaring half year profits

Published: 30 January, 2017

Conviviality, the UK's largest drinks distributor, has reported triple digit growth in its half year results, issued today.

Sherry soldiers on with Wines from Spain masterclass

Published: 30 January, 2017

Sherry, regionality and gastronomy will take centre stage when Wines from Spain's annual trade tasting comes to London's Tobacco Dock on March 9.

Spotlight on Riesling at Wines of Germany's annual fellowship dinner

Published: 30 January, 2017

Four new Riesling champions were inducted into the Riesling Fellowship hall of fame at Wines of Germany's recent celebrating of the country's sparkling wine.

Buyers and producers discuss forecasted higher demand for Languedoc at Vinisud

Published: 30 January, 2017

A survey of 1,100 distributors in seven countries has identified the Langeudoc as the wine region most likely to see increased consumer demand in the next 24 months.

Tesco buys Londis and Budgens owner Booker for £3.7bn

Published: 27 January, 2017

Tesco is set to merge with Britain's biggest food wholesaler Booker in a £3.7bn deal to create "the UK's leading food business".

Prime Minister's US gift highlights Scotch

Published: 27 January, 2017

Prime Minister Theresa May's presentation of a quaich to new US President Donald Trump at the White House today (27 January) is hoped to deliver a further boost to growing value of Scotch whisky exports to US

'Sussex Fizz' latest in regional approach shaping English and Welsh wine industry

Published: 27 January, 2017

The emergence of the Sussex PDO and the forthcoming 'Vineyards of Hampshire' tasting in London in February, highlight a growing regional focus in the English and Wine Industry, as it continues the search for collective national names for both sparkling and still wines.