By Lisa Riley - Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

McGuigan adds first low-alcohol duo

Published: 05 March, 2018

McGuigan Wines has launched its first low-alcohol duo to tap Brits’ increasing thirst for such offerings.

Bibendum adds 113 new wines

Published: 05 March, 2018

Bibendum has added 113 new wines to its portfolio ahead of its annual spring tasting next week.

Masters of Wine institute reveals four new MWs

Published: 05 March, 2018

The institute of Masters of Wine has revealed its latest four recruits, including two new Masters of Wine (MW) from the UK.

Maison Mumm launches ‘revolutionising’ cuvée

Published: 01 March, 2018

Maison Mumm has launched a cuvée aimed at redefining traditional perspectives on ageing Champagne.

SWA secures GI protection for Scotch Whisky in New Zealand

Published: 28 February, 2018

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has secured Geographical Indications (GI) protection for the spirit in New Zealand.

Bolney turns to screwcap

Published: 28 February, 2018

Bolney Wine Estate has announced going forward it's replacing its cork closures across its still wine portfolio with screwcaps.

WSTA wins European award for annual conference

Published: 27 February, 2018

The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has been awarded the Best Conference gong at the European Association Awards (EAC) ceremony for its annual conference

Wine Australia reveals ProWein ‘wine bar’ feature

Published: 27 February, 2018

Wine Australia has revealed it is introducing a new free-pour tasting area at this year ProWein as part of its biggest presence at the show to date.

Yealands on campaign trail to push sustainability credentials

Published: 27 February, 2018

Marlborough family winery Yealands has launched a competition offering wine lovers the chance to win a holiday to New Zealand to ‘see sustainability in action’.

Gin holds on to its crown

Published: 26 February, 2018

As the thirst for craft products continues apace, Lisa Riley assesses the ongoing stellar performance of gin

Majestic releases first ‘NDA’ English wine

Published: 26 February, 2018

Majestic has released a batch of sparkling wine for which it is asking buyers to comply with a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to protect the details of the tipple.

The Midlands Wine & Spirit Association appoints new chairman

Published: 26 February, 2018

The Midlands Wine & Spirit Association (MWSA) has appointed Iain Phillips of Mentzendorff & Co as its new chairman.

Ehrmanns turns spotlight on rosé

Published: 26 February, 2018

Ehrmanns Wine turned the spotlight on rosé at its annual tasting with the launch of a new area dedicated to the category.

Winebank turns focus on the UK

Published: 21 February, 2018

Winebank, the private members club for wine enthusiasts, has revealed it is to make its first foray into the UK this year.

Berry Bros & Rudd brings back gin from a 'bygone era'

Published: 20 February, 2018

Berry Bros & Rudd has re-commenced distillation and bottling of its own-label London Dry Gin for global release.

The Oxford Wine Company officially leaves Vindependents

Published: 20 February, 2018

The Oxford Wine Company has officially left Vindependents.

Pinkster goes green with move into bag-in-box format

Published: 20 February, 2018

Pinkster has launched Pinkster on Tap – a 3 litre bag-in-box of its raspberry infused premium gin.

Waitrose claims UK supermarket first with Japanese gin

Published: 19 February, 2018

Waitrose has claimed a UK supermarket first with the launch of a gin made in Japan.

Armit Wines releases Pieve Santa Restituta 2013

Published: 19 February, 2018

Armit Wines has announced the 2013 release from Pieve Santa Restituta.

WineGB unveils new branding and 2018 activity

Published: 15 February, 2018

Wines of Great Britain (WineGB) has unveiled its new branding following the merger of Vineyards Association (UKVA) and English Wine Producers (EWP), and the subsequent name change, last year.