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McGuigan Wines takes the 'craft' route with new duo

Published: 20 May, 2018

McGuigan Wines has launched a wine range designed to tap the boom for ‘craft’ products.

LWF: Lanchester launches Italian duo to challenge conventional packaging

Published: 20 May, 2018

Lanchester Wines unveiled a premium Italian wine duo today at the London Wine Fair (LWF).

Gonzales Byass signs distribution deal with Domaine Jones

Published: 20 May, 2018

Gonzales Byass has signed a deal as the exclusive UK distributor of Languedoc-Roussillon winery Domaine Jones.

Siglo to receive a "new lease of life" following Pernod sale

Published: 18 May, 2018

One of the original Rioja brands to make a splash in the UK is changing hands and is due to be revitalised with a whole new look.

The week that was

Published: 18 May, 2018

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.

2016 Ports debut at London preview

Published: 18 May, 2018

Purity, precision and terroir were very much the buzz words at the 2016 Vintage Port Preview Tasting in London on May 17, where Symington Family Estates, The Fladgate Partnership and Quinta do Noval collaborated to show wines from the recently and unanimously declared 2016 vintage.

Cono Sur targets foodies with new TV ads

Published: 18 May, 2018

Leading Chilean winery Cono Sur has launched a major new primetime TV ad campaign highlighting wine and food, which is set to reach 13 million viewers over six months.

Roberson brings new sustainable wine range to the UK

Published: 17 May, 2018

London merchant Roberson Wine has brought a new range of sustainable wines to the UK.

Fever-Tree reports positive start to year as it appoints new non- executive director

Published: 17 May, 2018

Fever-Tree has reported a ‘positive” start to the year and announced it is trading in line with expectations for the full year ending 31 December, 2018.

Bolney claims first with Sussex Rosso Vermouth

Published: 17 May, 2018

Bolney Wine Estate has claimed a market first with the launch of a Sussex Rosso Vermouth.

SWA appoints director of strategy and communication

Published: 16 May, 2018

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has appointed Gerry McFall as director of strategy and communication.

Rocketing rents and rates ‘unmanageable’ for London restaurants

Published: 16 May, 2018

Rent and rate increases in London have left restaurant operators in fear for the future, with 84% saying the charges have become “unmanageable” for their businesses.

Bibendum and Matthew Clark owner C&C Group reports drop in profit

Published: 16 May, 2018

C&C Group has reported a drop in full-year net revenue and profit with sales hit by severe weather in the second half.

Leading Spanish sangria to touch down in the UK

Published: 15 May, 2018

Spain’s Zamora Company has teamed up with independent distributor Indie Brands to launch its recently acquired premium sangria into the UK market.

Halewood's Stewart Hainsworth confirms sale plans

Published: 15 May, 2018

Halewood Wines & Spirits has confirmed it is exploring potential sale options as the business expands internationally.

Harpers at LWF: English Fizz, Driving NPD and The Future of the Agency Model

Published: 15 May, 2018

Harpers will be again be taking the stage at this year’s reinvigorated London Wine Fair with a mix of briefings and tasting, tying in with exciting new features including the Innovation Zone and Drinks Britannia, where the results of our English Wine Stars Awards will be revealed.