The epic rise of craft beer and Prosecco are the two major success stories of recent times, but one market analyst has suggested that 2017 could offer a reality check for the two juggernauts as they struggle to keep up with projections.
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Patagonaian wines from southern Argentina are taking steps into the UK off-trade with a new listing at Waitrose.
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Shoppers might have been happy with their purchases but Black Friday failed to bring a boost to supermarkets when the shopping holiday landed on November 26.
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Grower Champagnes having been sparking consumer interest at Virgin Wines, where wine buyers are expecting sales to flourish this Christmas.
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Conviviality PLC is expanding its presence in the South East with the acquisition of KMD Enterprises Ltd (KMD).
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The issues surrounding colouring usually clear spirits came to the wider public's attention last night with the latest episode of BBC1's The Apprentice.
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According to Paul Jenkins, purchasing director at D&D hospitality group, recruiting and retaining staff isn't just a perennial problem - it's getting worse.
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2016 has proved to be a record-breaking year for gin, with end of year sales continuing to soar.
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Australian producer Bird in Hand has appointed New World specialists Seckford Agencies to ramp up distribution of their brand across the UK.
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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.
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The future is still uncertain for online grocer Ocado which has just released its final quarterly sales figures for 2016.
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Evidence that the growing number of ethically sourced and social responsible drinks companies is in response to consumer demand for alcohol with a conscience has been backed by data from the Co-op which revealed that its sales of Fairtrade wine are up 25% YOY.
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Waitrose wine buyers have bolstered their premium offering by buying two barrels of rare wine at the historic annual Hospices de Beaune auction.
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The government department for public health has praised the benefits of minimum pricing after releasing a report which shows that UK consumers are drinking 42% more than there were in 1980.
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Historic Port brand, Kopke, is currently launching its Reserve Tawny Port into Waitrose - the second time the brand has been listed in a major national retailer in the UK, following the launch of its 1996 Colheita (an aged Tawny Port made with grapes from a single vintage) in M&S in September.
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Roberson Wine is celebrating a 25-year evolution from iconic independent to a wholesaler and importer.
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Luxury tea company Benjamin & Blum has launched a range of bottled teas designed to pair with spirits.
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Champagne house Moët & Chandon is set to expand its personalised gift service into the on-trade this Christmas.
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Italian sparkling wine Lambrusco looks set for a revival, according to reports in the national press.
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Wine Rack is calling time on traditional high street retail with the roll-out of hybrid stores across its estate.
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