HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

DRINKS WHOLESALER SPOTLIGHT 2021 Drinks Wholesaler Spotlight 2021 – our business survey. Given the immense disruption of the past year, we’re morphing our annual Top Wholesaler list into a 2021 showcase for the innovation, adaptation and support seen from companies across this all important sector. To do so, we’re inviting wholesalers and their suppliers to let us know GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first SOARING SHERRY SALES PROP UP TIO PEPE’S 12TH RELEASE The latest edition of the “super fresh” Tio Pepe En Rama is being released on the back of a great year for the sherry category in the UK, with exports reported to have climbed by over a quarter in the last 12 months.. González Byass, which has now launched the 12th edition of its unfiltered and unclarified fino Tio Pepe En Rama, is reporting “an extraordinary 12 months” of growth IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining PIEDMONT DECLARES 2019 A ‘CLASSIC AND TRADITIONAL’ VINTAGE Published: 19 November, 2019. Consorzio Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato has declared 2019 a “classic and traditional” vintage with the quality of Piedmont grapes “impressive”, leading to a double digit drop in yields. A few weeks after concluding the harvest, many Piedmontese winemakers had already defined this year’s harvest LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

DIVICO PITCHED AS THE GRAPE TO DRIVE UK RED WINE Research winery NIAB EMR, which has been trialling the variety at its East Malling vineyard for the past three years, believes the Swiss-developed Divico grape could be the “much sought after game-changer” for red wine production in the UK as it produces “quality red wine and thrives despite the challenges of the UK

climate.”

HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

DRINKS WHOLESALER SPOTLIGHT 2021 Drinks Wholesaler Spotlight 2021 – our business survey. Given the immense disruption of the past year, we’re morphing our annual Top Wholesaler list into a 2021 showcase for the innovation, adaptation and support seen from companies across this all important sector. To do so, we’re inviting wholesalers and their suppliers to let us know GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first SOARING SHERRY SALES PROP UP TIO PEPE’S 12TH RELEASE The latest edition of the “super fresh” Tio Pepe En Rama is being released on the back of a great year for the sherry category in the UK, with exports reported to have climbed by over a quarter in the last 12 months.. González Byass, which has now launched the 12th edition of its unfiltered and unclarified fino Tio Pepe En Rama, is reporting “an extraordinary 12 months” of growth IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining PIEDMONT DECLARES 2019 A ‘CLASSIC AND TRADITIONAL’ VINTAGE Published: 19 November, 2019. Consorzio Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato has declared 2019 a “classic and traditional” vintage with the quality of Piedmont grapes “impressive”, leading to a double digit drop in yields. A few weeks after concluding the harvest, many Piedmontese winemakers had already defined this year’s harvest LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

DIVICO PITCHED AS THE GRAPE TO DRIVE UK RED WINE Research winery NIAB EMR, which has been trialling the variety at its East Malling vineyard for the past three years, believes the Swiss-developed Divico grape could be the “much sought after game-changer” for red wine production in the UK as it produces “quality red wine and thrives despite the challenges of the UK

climate.”

2020 BORDEAUX ‘HIGHEST SCORING VINTAGE EVER’ AT TOP END 1 day ago · Based on a basket of 115 top wines, the 2020 Bordeaux vintage has been awarded the highest scores ever by Wine Lister’s partner critics. The record-breaking score elevation was revealed with the release of part 2 of the trading and analysis platform's annual MEETING DEMAND: HOW SUPPLIERS HAVE RISEN TO THE REOPENING The demand from the on-trade has been ‘huge’ following outdoor (12 April) and indoor (17 May) hospitality reopening. Jo Gilbert speaks to some of the UK’s leading suppliers to ask how they’ve managed to keep stock flowing. Access to this article is restricted. You need to

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JOURNEY’S END FOUNDATION REACHES MILESTONE OF 500,000 1 day ago · Stellenbosch based winery Journey’s End has surpassed the remarkable milestone of providing 500,000 free meals to their local community with the aim of serving up one million meals by the end of 2021. Set up in August 2020 largely as a result of HARPERS WINE STARS AWARDS 2021: ITALY 1 day ago · The incredible diversity of Italy and its much-praised wealth of indigenous varieties within that scope was the standout for our 2021 Wine Stars Awards judges. What was also clear from this year’s event was that the higher star ratings were spread throughout the country, with the south showing as LONG READ: ACCOLADE SHAKES UP ITS GLOBAL FINE WINE 1 day ago · Accolade’s Global Vintage Release programme was created last year to release all its top wines under one umbrella with one release date, thus appealing to modern attention spans and also consumer desire for ready-to-drink styles. Jo Gilbert charts how the world’s fifth biggest wine company CAVA DO LIMITS PRODUCTION FOR SECOND YEAR The Regulatory Council of the Cava DO has approved placing temporary limits on production for the second year in a row to help rebalance the market. For the next harvest, growers have been authorised to harvest 11,000 kilos of grapes per hectare throughout the

LWC EYES EXPANSION

LWC eyes expansion. LWC Drinks has revealed it is on the acquisition trail while also unveiling ambitious plans for the DTC (direct to consumer) side of the business. Having had to shelve expansion plans last year due to the pandemic, LWC told Harpers it is now looking to add distribution centres in Scotland and on the east coast in the next INVESTMENT IN HOSPITALITY SECTOR SLUMPS 14% Business investment in the hospitality sector slumped 13.7% last year, trailing UK industry as a whole, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data. Business investment in hotels and restaurants fell £621m in 2020, dropping from £4.6bn in 2019 to �3.9bn. This means the GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first TRIVENTO IN NEW TV PUSH The push follows Concha y Toro UK reporting “unprecedented growth” for Trivento in the off-trade over the most recent 52-week period. In total market, its value sales have grown above 53%, according to Nielsen (Scantrack, Total Coverage, 52 w/e to 21 March 2020), while in the past 12 weeks it has recorded 30% plus growth in every channel HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

LWC EYES EXPANSION

LWC eyes expansion. LWC Drinks has revealed it is on the acquisition trail while also unveiling ambitious plans for the DTC (direct to consumer) side of the business. Having had to shelve expansion plans last year due to the pandemic, LWC told Harpers it is now looking to add distribution centres in Scotland and on the east coast in the next RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION ‘HUGE’ CONCERNS FOR HOSPITALITY Recruitment and retention ‘huge’ concerns for hospitality. Fears of staff shortages after the pandemic and Brexit, plus challenges in keeping post-furlough teams productive have come out as key concerns for hospitality business leaders. Nine in 10 hospitality business leaders expect to face staff shortages this year, according to the

latest

DRINKS WHOLESALER SPOTLIGHT 2021 Drinks Wholesaler Spotlight 2021 – our business survey. Given the immense disruption of the past year, we’re morphing our annual Top Wholesaler list into a 2021 showcase for the innovation, adaptation and support seen from companies across this all important sector. To do so, we’re inviting wholesalers and their suppliers to let us know SOARING SHERRY SALES PROP UP TIO PEPE’S 12TH RELEASE The latest edition of the “super fresh” Tio Pepe En Rama is being released on the back of a great year for the sherry category in the UK, with exports reported to have climbed by over a quarter in the last 12 months.. González Byass, which has now launched the 12th edition of its unfiltered and unclarified fino Tio Pepe En Rama, is reporting “an extraordinary 12 months” of growth IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining AUSTRALIAN UK WINE EXPORTS CONTINUE TO RISE Australian wine exports to the UK continued to rise in the last 12 months, with both value and volume in double-digit growth. For the 12 months ended March 2021, value increased 33% to AU$461m while volume rose 21% to 264 million litres (29.3 million 9-litre case equivalents), according to Wine Australia’s latest Export Report

released today.

CALABRIA FAMILY WINES ACQUIRES MCWILLIAM’S WINES Published: 06 April, 2021. Riverina and Barossa Valley winemaker Calabria Family Wines has acquired McWilliam’s Wines, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition, which is set to be complete by 30 April, will see the Griffith-based Calabria family take ownership of the McWilliam’s brands, intellectual property, and stock holdings as

well as

LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

UK GLASS MANUFACTURER CREATES 'WORLD’S MOST SUSTAINABLE The business said that a project, undertaken in partnership with research and technology organisation Glass Futures, had proven that new bottles are able to be made from 100% recycled glass, using only the energy from burning ultra-low-carbon biofuels. HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

LWC EYES EXPANSION

LWC eyes expansion. LWC Drinks has revealed it is on the acquisition trail while also unveiling ambitious plans for the DTC (direct to consumer) side of the business. Having had to shelve expansion plans last year due to the pandemic, LWC told Harpers it is now looking to add distribution centres in Scotland and on the east coast in the next RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION ‘HUGE’ CONCERNS FOR HOSPITALITY Recruitment and retention ‘huge’ concerns for hospitality. Fears of staff shortages after the pandemic and Brexit, plus challenges in keeping post-furlough teams productive have come out as key concerns for hospitality business leaders. Nine in 10 hospitality business leaders expect to face staff shortages this year, according to the

latest

DRINKS WHOLESALER SPOTLIGHT 2021 Drinks Wholesaler Spotlight 2021 – our business survey. Given the immense disruption of the past year, we’re morphing our annual Top Wholesaler list into a 2021 showcase for the innovation, adaptation and support seen from companies across this all important sector. To do so, we’re inviting wholesalers and their suppliers to let us know SOARING SHERRY SALES PROP UP TIO PEPE’S 12TH RELEASE The latest edition of the “super fresh” Tio Pepe En Rama is being released on the back of a great year for the sherry category in the UK, with exports reported to have climbed by over a quarter in the last 12 months.. González Byass, which has now launched the 12th edition of its unfiltered and unclarified fino Tio Pepe En Rama, is reporting “an extraordinary 12 months” of growth IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining AUSTRALIAN UK WINE EXPORTS CONTINUE TO RISE Australian wine exports to the UK continued to rise in the last 12 months, with both value and volume in double-digit growth. For the 12 months ended March 2021, value increased 33% to AU$461m while volume rose 21% to 264 million litres (29.3 million 9-litre case equivalents), according to Wine Australia’s latest Export Report

released today.

CALABRIA FAMILY WINES ACQUIRES MCWILLIAM’S WINES Published: 06 April, 2021. Riverina and Barossa Valley winemaker Calabria Family Wines has acquired McWilliam’s Wines, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition, which is set to be complete by 30 April, will see the Griffith-based Calabria family take ownership of the McWilliam’s brands, intellectual property, and stock holdings as

well as

LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

UK GLASS MANUFACTURER CREATES 'WORLD’S MOST SUSTAINABLE The business said that a project, undertaken in partnership with research and technology organisation Glass Futures, had proven that new bottles are able to be made from 100% recycled glass, using only the energy from burning ultra-low-carbon biofuels. JOURNEY’S END FOUNDATION REACHES MILSTONE OF 500,000 7 hours ago · Set up in August 2020 largely as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, MD Rollo Gabb and his team established the company’s charitable NGO, the Journey’s End Foundation, to help tackle worsening hunger and poverty in the Helderberg region of South Africa.Initially, Journey’s End Foundation set out to provide 10,000 meals per week for 12 months. JOURNEY’S END FOUNDATION REACHES MILESTONE OF 500,000 3 hours ago · Stellenbosch based winery Journey’s End has surpassed the remarkable milestone of providing 500,000 free meals to their local community with the aim of serving up one million meals by the end of 2021. Set up in August 2020 largely as a result of 2020 BORDEAUX ‘HIGHEST SCORING VINTAGE EVER’ AT TOP END 3 hours ago · Based on a basket of 115 top wines, the 2020 Bordeaux vintage has been awarded the highest scores ever by Wine Lister’s partner critics. The record-breaking score elevation was revealed with the release of part 2 of the trading and analysis platform's annual RETAIL GIN SALES HIT ALL TIME HIGH 5 hours ago · Sales of gin in the retail sector have continued to soar during the pandemic, up 30% over the past 12 months. The latest figures from the Wine & Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) reveal that in the 12 months to 27 March 2021 total UK gin sales inched over £2bn, with 80bn bottles sold in HARPERS WINE STARS AWARDS 2021: ITALY 5 hours ago · The incredible diversity of Italy and its much-praised wealth of indigenous varieties within that scope was the standout for our 2021 Wine Stars Awards judges. What was also clear from this year’s event was that the higher star ratings were spread throughout the country, with the south showing as LONG READ: ACCOLADE SHAKES UP ITS GLOBAL FINE WINE 7 hours ago · Accolade’s Global Vintage Release programme was created last year to release all its top wines under one umbrella with one release date, thus appealing to modern attention spans and also consumer desire for ready-to-drink styles. Jo Gilbert charts how the world’s fifth biggest wine company FRANCIACORTA WEBINAR: ADDING A SPLASH OF ITALIAN STYLE 7 hours ago · A free-to-attend session, ‘Franciacorta: Adding a Splash of Italian Style’ will explore the role that multifaceted Franciacorta can play in enhancing a

LWC BRANCHES OUT

9 hours ago · Since acquiring HC White & Co, LWC Drinks is so much more than a wholesaler. Lisa Riley hears how the drinks merchant is trying to get its message across Access to this article is restricted. You need to have a valid subscription to access this content. If you already have a subscription please log ALCOHOL EXPORTS PLUMMET On a more positive note, UK alcohol exports to outside the EU were looking much healthier, with beer the only of the three categories to report a drop – down 10% to £42m. Non-EU spirit exports meanwhile were up 3% to £489m, while 2% growth to £46.9m was recorded for non-EU wine exports. FROST SIGNALS “SIGNIFICANTLY SMALLER” VINTAGE FOR NEW As France and other parts of Europe come to terms with the devasting impact of early April’s spring frosts, the southern hemisphere is also grappling with colder weather patterns.. In New Zealand, where the wine harvest is currently nearing completion, winemakers are reporting lower yields than usual thanks to frost which struck vineyards during the September to December spring growing HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

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GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first DRINKS WHOLESALER SPOTLIGHT 2021 Drinks Wholesaler Spotlight 2021 – our business survey. Given the immense disruption of the past year, we’re morphing our annual Top Wholesaler list into a 2021 showcase for the innovation, adaptation and support seen from companies across this all important sector. To do so, we’re inviting wholesalers and their suppliers to let us know IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining TRIVENTO IN NEW TV PUSH The push follows Concha y Toro UK reporting “unprecedented growth” for Trivento in the off-trade over the most recent 52-week period. In total market, its value sales have grown above 53%, according to Nielsen (Scantrack, Total Coverage, 52 w/e to 21 March 2020), while in the past 12 weeks it has recorded 30% plus growth in every channel LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

PIEDMONT DECLARES 2019 A ‘CLASSIC AND TRADITIONAL’ VINTAGE Published: 19 November, 2019. Consorzio Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato has declared 2019 a “classic and traditional” vintage with the quality of Piedmont grapes “impressive”, leading to a double digit drop in yields. A few weeks after concluding the harvest, many Piedmontese winemakers had already defined this year’s harvest ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

DIVICO PITCHED AS THE GRAPE TO DRIVE UK RED WINE Research winery NIAB EMR, which has been trialling the variety at its East Malling vineyard for the past three years, believes the Swiss-developed Divico grape could be the “much sought after game-changer” for red wine production in the UK as it produces “quality red wine and thrives despite the challenges of the UK

climate.”

HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first DRINKS WHOLESALER SPOTLIGHT 2021 Drinks Wholesaler Spotlight 2021 – our business survey. Given the immense disruption of the past year, we’re morphing our annual Top Wholesaler list into a 2021 showcase for the innovation, adaptation and support seen from companies across this all important sector. To do so, we’re inviting wholesalers and their suppliers to let us know IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining TRIVENTO IN NEW TV PUSH The push follows Concha y Toro UK reporting “unprecedented growth” for Trivento in the off-trade over the most recent 52-week period. In total market, its value sales have grown above 53%, according to Nielsen (Scantrack, Total Coverage, 52 w/e to 21 March 2020), while in the past 12 weeks it has recorded 30% plus growth in every channel LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

PIEDMONT DECLARES 2019 A ‘CLASSIC AND TRADITIONAL’ VINTAGE Published: 19 November, 2019. Consorzio Barbera d’Asti e Vini del Monferrato has declared 2019 a “classic and traditional” vintage with the quality of Piedmont grapes “impressive”, leading to a double digit drop in yields. A few weeks after concluding the harvest, many Piedmontese winemakers had already defined this year’s harvest ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

DIVICO PITCHED AS THE GRAPE TO DRIVE UK RED WINE Research winery NIAB EMR, which has been trialling the variety at its East Malling vineyard for the past three years, believes the Swiss-developed Divico grape could be the “much sought after game-changer” for red wine production in the UK as it produces “quality red wine and thrives despite the challenges of the UK

climate.”

WEBINAR: EXPLORING ALTERNATIVE PREMIUM WHITES 20 hours ago · Join Harpers and our panel of experienced trade figures at our ‘How to Promote Premium White Wine: Communicating the USPs of alternative higher-end whites’ webinar on Wednesday 16 June 2.30pm - 3.30pm (GMT) when we’ll explore this theme in some depth. START-UP PROPELLER BRINGS THE ROLLAND COLLECTION TO THE UK 20 hours ago · Indies distribution incubator Propeller is bringing The Rolland Collection to the UK as it continues to grows its model-defying footprint. Propeller will initially launch 10 wines from The Rolland Collection from France and Argentina — Chateau Fontenil (Bordeaux), Miraflor and Yacochuya BANKS BROTHERS LAUNCH PREMIUM CANNED WINE BRAND 21 hours ago · The trio behind Michelin-starred restaurants The Black Swan and Roots, brothers Tommy and James Banks and business partner Matt Lockwood, have launched their own range of premium canned wines. Available from next month, the eponymous Bank Brothers brand will launch with a Syrah Mourvèdre and a MORE UNCERTAINTY OVER RE-OPENING 21 hours ago · With the rise of the Indian variant, the promised land of no restrictions is looking unlikely for this month. Lisa Riley reports. As we edge closer INVESTMENT IN HOSPITALITY SECTOR SLUMPS 14% 23 hours ago · Business investment in the hospitality sector slumped 13.7% last year, trailing UK industry as a whole, according to the latest Office National Statistics (ONS) data. Business investment in hotels and restaurants fell £621m in 2020, dropping from £4.6bn in 2019 to £3.9bn. This means the GOLDEN VINES BAME/BIPOC SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS UNVEILED 1 day ago · Liquid Icons, the fine wine research and content production company founded by the late Gerard Basset OBE MW MS and his friend Lewis Chester, has announced the winners of its Golden Vines scholarships for BAME/BIPOC students. Announced last month, the ROUSSET AND PINEAU EXTEND PARTNERSHIP WITH NEW BAR 21 hours ago · Xavier Rousset MS and bar owner Steve Pineau have teamed up again, this time to open a new prohibition style bar named Nocturne. Located underneath their wine and cheese bar, Old Brompton in South Kensington, Nocturne will “build upon the timeless elegance and glamour of the 1920s”, while GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first THE WINNERS: HARPERS DESIGN AWARDS 2020 Delivering the right mix of appeal, cues, imagery and information on the label and associated packaging has become increasingly important in a crowded marketplace, with consumers as demanding as they have ever been in terms of wanting products that speak to them about their lifestyle choices and reaffirm their values. UKH: ‘DRS MUST BE WORKABLE FOR HOSPITALITY' 1 day ago · The trade body recommends that DRS should target those parts of the economy where recycling levels are low and that result in littering. “We support the principle and aims of a DRS system, and believe that it could be an effective vehicle to improve recycling

rates across the

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FROST SIGNALS “SIGNIFICANTLY SMALLER” VINTAGE FOR NEW As France and other parts of Europe come to terms with the devasting impact of early April’s spring frosts, the southern hemisphere is also grappling with colder weather patterns.. In New Zealand, where the wine harvest is currently nearing completion, winemakers are reporting lower yields than usual thanks to frost which struck vineyards during the September to December spring growing IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining UK GLASS MANUFACTURER CREATES 'WORLD’S MOST SUSTAINABLE The business said that a project, undertaken in partnership with research and technology organisation Glass Futures, had proven that new bottles are able to be made from 100% recycled glass, using only the energy from burning ultra-low-carbon biofuels. TOP 50 DRINKS WHOLESALERS 8 BERKMANN WINE CELLARS. A stalwart on the wine scene since its founding in 1964 by Joseph Berkmann, the company is now directed by Rupert Berkmann, with Alex Hunt MW heading up the purchasing. It remains a favourite with sommeliers and on-trade buyers around the UK. Not that Berkmann has stood still – far from it. LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

WSET APPOINTS MCMURTRIE CHAIR AS JAGO AND LOCKE JOIN BOARD Published: 04 January, 2021. The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced that Simon McMurtrie is to take over as chairman of its Board of Trustees, replacing Nick Hyde who has served as chairman for the last three years. At the same time, Simon Thorpe MW steps down and Dan Jago and Jo Locke MW join the board as new trustees. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. AB INBEV ACQUIRES ARGENTINIAN VINEYARD AB InBev acquires Argentinian vineyard. Global beer giant AB InBev has acquired the Dante Robino vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina, according to numerous news reports in Argentina. It’s understood to be the beer company’s first vineyard acquisition. AB InBev is said to have made the acquisition of Dante Robino for an undisclosed sum through HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

FROST SIGNALS “SIGNIFICANTLY SMALLER” VINTAGE FOR NEW As France and other parts of Europe come to terms with the devasting impact of early April’s spring frosts, the southern hemisphere is also grappling with colder weather patterns.. In New Zealand, where the wine harvest is currently nearing completion, winemakers are reporting lower yields than usual thanks to frost which struck vineyards during the September to December spring growing IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining UK GLASS MANUFACTURER CREATES 'WORLD’S MOST SUSTAINABLE The business said that a project, undertaken in partnership with research and technology organisation Glass Futures, had proven that new bottles are able to be made from 100% recycled glass, using only the energy from burning ultra-low-carbon biofuels. TOP 50 DRINKS WHOLESALERS 8 BERKMANN WINE CELLARS. A stalwart on the wine scene since its founding in 1964 by Joseph Berkmann, the company is now directed by Rupert Berkmann, with Alex Hunt MW heading up the purchasing. It remains a favourite with sommeliers and on-trade buyers around the UK. Not that Berkmann has stood still – far from it. LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

WSET APPOINTS MCMURTRIE CHAIR AS JAGO AND LOCKE JOIN BOARD Published: 04 January, 2021. The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced that Simon McMurtrie is to take over as chairman of its Board of Trustees, replacing Nick Hyde who has served as chairman for the last three years. At the same time, Simon Thorpe MW steps down and Dan Jago and Jo Locke MW join the board as new trustees. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. AB INBEV ACQUIRES ARGENTINIAN VINEYARD AB InBev acquires Argentinian vineyard. Global beer giant AB InBev has acquired the Dante Robino vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina, according to numerous news reports in Argentina. It’s understood to be the beer company’s first vineyard acquisition. AB InBev is said to have made the acquisition of Dante Robino for an undisclosed sum through MEETING DEMAND: HOW SUPPLIERS HAVE RISEN TO THE REOPENING 1 day ago · The demand from the on-trade has been ‘huge’ following outdoor (12 April) and indoor (17 May) hospitality reopening. Jo Gilbert speaks to some of the UK’s leading suppliers to ask how they’ve managed to keep stock flowing. Access to this article is restricted. You need to have a valid EXPLORING ALTERNATIVE PREMIUM WHITES 12 hours ago · Join Harpers and our panel of experienced trade figures at our ‘How to Promote Premium White Wine: Communicating the USPs of alternative higher-end whites’ webinar on Wednesday 16 June 2.30pm - 3.30pm (GMT) when we’ll explore this theme in some depth. INVESTMENT IN HOSPITALITY SECTOR SLUMPS 14% 14 hours ago · Business investment in the hospitality sector slumped 13.7% last year, trailing UK industry as a whole, according to the latest Office National Statistics (ONS) data. Business investment in hotels and restaurants fell £621m in 2020, dropping from £4.6bn in 2019 to £3.9bn. This means the GOLDEN VINES BAME/BIPOC SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS UNVEILED 1 day ago · Liquid Icons, the fine wine research and content production company founded by the late Gerard Basset OBE MW MS and his friend Lewis Chester, has announced the winners of its Golden Vines scholarships for BAME/BIPOC students. Announced last month, the CAVA DO LIMITS PRODUCTION FOR SECOND YEAR 1 day ago · The Regulatory Council of the Cava DO has approved placing temporary limits on production for the second year in a row to help rebalance the market. For the next harvest, growers have been authorised to harvest 11,000 kilos of grapes per hectare throughout the Cava region, with the total figure UKH: ‘DRS MUST BE WORKABLE FOR HOSPITALITY' 1 day ago · The trade body recommends that DRS should target those parts of the economy where recycling levels are low and that result in littering. “We support the principle and aims of a DRS system, and believe that it could be an effective vehicle to improve recycling

rates across the

HALLGARTEN EXPANDS GREEK PORTFOLIO 1 day ago · Hallgarten & Novum Wines has expanded its Greek portfolio with new additions from Ios and Kefalonia. The wines from the two islands represent Hallgarten’s first venture into Kefalonia and Ios, which are situated on the country’s west coast and in the Cyclades respectively, having previously only

LWC EYES EXPANSION

LWC Drinks has revealed it is on the acquisition trail while also unveiling ambitious plans for the DTC (direct to consumer) side of the business. Having had to shelve expansion plans last year due to the pandemic, LWC told Harpers it is now looking to add distribution centres in Scotland and on GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first LONG READ: TALKING TERROIR IN SPAIN Priorat's growers have achieved what no other Spanish appellation has dared to contemplate: a hierarchical classification of terroir. The project was initially unveiled in 2019 and Priorat now has a clear quality pyramid that would make any Burgundian proud. At HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

FROST SIGNALS “SIGNIFICANTLY SMALLER” VINTAGE FOR NEW As France and other parts of Europe come to terms with the devasting impact of early April’s spring frosts, the southern hemisphere is also grappling with colder weather patterns.. In New Zealand, where the wine harvest is currently nearing completion, winemakers are reporting lower yields than usual thanks to frost which struck vineyards during the September to December spring growing IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining UK GLASS MANUFACTURER CREATES 'WORLD’S MOST SUSTAINABLE The business said that a project, undertaken in partnership with research and technology organisation Glass Futures, had proven that new bottles are able to be made from 100% recycled glass, using only the energy from burning ultra-low-carbon biofuels. TOP 50 DRINKS WHOLESALERS 8 BERKMANN WINE CELLARS. A stalwart on the wine scene since its founding in 1964 by Joseph Berkmann, the company is now directed by Rupert Berkmann, with Alex Hunt MW heading up the purchasing. It remains a favourite with sommeliers and on-trade buyers around the UK. Not that Berkmann has stood still – far from it. LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

WSET APPOINTS MCMURTRIE CHAIR AS JAGO AND LOCKE JOIN BOARD Published: 04 January, 2021. The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced that Simon McMurtrie is to take over as chairman of its Board of Trustees, replacing Nick Hyde who has served as chairman for the last three years. At the same time, Simon Thorpe MW steps down and Dan Jago and Jo Locke MW join the board as new trustees. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. AB INBEV ACQUIRES ARGENTINIAN VINEYARD AB InBev acquires Argentinian vineyard. Global beer giant AB InBev has acquired the Dante Robino vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina, according to numerous news reports in Argentina. It’s understood to be the beer company’s first vineyard acquisition. AB InBev is said to have made the acquisition of Dante Robino for an undisclosed sum through HARPERS WINE & SPIRIT TRADE NEWSNEWSANALYSIS & INSIGHTSPEOPLE & OPINIONWINESPIRITSCAMPAIGNS Harpers Wine and Spirit. Harpers latest digital edition, plus all archived editions, can be found here. Wine Stars Awards. Judged by buyers for buyers, the only wine competition assessing quality, value and design for a rigorous audit of each entry. Supplements and Special

Reports.

FROST SIGNALS “SIGNIFICANTLY SMALLER” VINTAGE FOR NEW As France and other parts of Europe come to terms with the devasting impact of early April’s spring frosts, the southern hemisphere is also grappling with colder weather patterns.. In New Zealand, where the wine harvest is currently nearing completion, winemakers are reporting lower yields than usual thanks to frost which struck vineyards during the September to December spring growing IN TRIBUTE TO LITMUS WINES’ MIKE FLORENCE Published: 21 April, 2021. Friends, family and colleagues have paid tribute today to Mike Florence of Litmus Wines, who has sadly passed away following a long battle with Myeloma. Florence, who was born in South Australia, came to the UK over 20 years ago where he soon found himself running the International Wine Challenge (IWC) before joining UK GLASS MANUFACTURER CREATES 'WORLD’S MOST SUSTAINABLE The business said that a project, undertaken in partnership with research and technology organisation Glass Futures, had proven that new bottles are able to be made from 100% recycled glass, using only the energy from burning ultra-low-carbon biofuels. TOP 50 DRINKS WHOLESALERS 8 BERKMANN WINE CELLARS. A stalwart on the wine scene since its founding in 1964 by Joseph Berkmann, the company is now directed by Rupert Berkmann, with Alex Hunt MW heading up the purchasing. It remains a favourite with sommeliers and on-trade buyers around the UK. Not that Berkmann has stood still – far from it. LWF: PRIVATE LABEL WINE GROWS MARKET SHARE TO 40% In still wine, private label has grown its share of the market from 39.9% in 2018 to 40.4% in 2019, building on a steady rate of growth over the past few years. This isn’t the only sector of the market where private label is growing. According to Kantar, across the total grocery sector, private label now accounts for 50% of sales –

putting

WSET APPOINTS MCMURTRIE CHAIR AS JAGO AND LOCKE JOIN BOARD Published: 04 January, 2021. The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced that Simon McMurtrie is to take over as chairman of its Board of Trustees, replacing Nick Hyde who has served as chairman for the last three years. At the same time, Simon Thorpe MW steps down and Dan Jago and Jo Locke MW join the board as new trustees. WILLIAM GRANT & SONS APPOINTS NEW UK MARKETING DIRECTOR William Grant & Sons has appointed Ifan Jenkins to the role of marketing director for UK and Ireland. Taking on his new role with immediate effect, Jenkins replaces Caspar MacRae who has left the business. Jenkins was previously head of marketing for William Grant & Sons’ global travel retail business - a position he had held since

2017

ENGLISH WHISKY SOCIETY OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED AS PART OF The new organisation has been created with the sole aim of “promoting and enjoying" the homegrown spirit. It will offer its members early access and discounts to a range of tastings and events, as well as exclusive bottlings and cask investments. AB INBEV ACQUIRES ARGENTINIAN VINEYARD AB InBev acquires Argentinian vineyard. Global beer giant AB InBev has acquired the Dante Robino vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina, according to numerous news reports in Argentina. It’s understood to be the beer company’s first vineyard acquisition. AB InBev is said to have made the acquisition of Dante Robino for an undisclosed sum through MEETING DEMAND: HOW SUPPLIERS HAVE RISEN TO THE REOPENING 1 day ago · The demand from the on-trade has been ‘huge’ following outdoor (12 April) and indoor (17 May) hospitality reopening. Jo Gilbert speaks to some of the UK’s leading suppliers to ask how they’ve managed to keep stock flowing. Access to this article is restricted. You need to have a valid EXPLORING ALTERNATIVE PREMIUM WHITES 30 minutes ago · Join Harpers and our panel of experienced trade figures at our ‘How to Promote Premium White Wine: Communicating the USPs of alternative higher-end whites’ webinar on Wednesday 16 June 2.30pm - 3.30pm (GMT) when we’ll explore this theme in some depth. INVESTMENT IN HOSPITALITY SECTOR SLUMPS 14% 2 hours ago · Business investment in the hospitality sector slumped 13.7% last year, trailing UK industry as a whole, according to the latest Office National Statistics (ONS) data. Business investment in hotels and restaurants fell £621m in 2020, dropping from £4.6bn in 2019 to £3.9bn. This means the GOLDEN VINES BAME/BIPOC SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS UNVEILED 1 day ago · Liquid Icons, the fine wine research and content production company founded by the late Gerard Basset OBE MW MS and his friend Lewis Chester, has announced the winners of its Golden Vines scholarships for BAME/BIPOC students. Announced last month, the CAVA DO LIMITS PRODUCTION FOR SECOND YEAR 1 day ago · The Regulatory Council of the Cava DO has approved placing temporary limits on production for the second year in a row to help rebalance the market. For the next harvest, growers have been authorised to harvest 11,000 kilos of grapes per hectare throughout the Cava region, with the total figure UKH: ‘DRS MUST BE WORKABLE FOR HOSPITALITY' 1 day ago · The trade body recommends that DRS should target those parts of the economy where recycling levels are low and that result in littering. “We support the principle and aims of a DRS system, and believe that it could be an effective vehicle to improve recycling

rates across the

HALLGARTEN EXPANDS GREEK PORTFOLIO 1 day ago · Hallgarten & Novum Wines has expanded its Greek portfolio with new additions from Ios and Kefalonia. The wines from the two islands represent Hallgarten’s first venture into Kefalonia and Ios, which are situated on the country’s west coast and in the Cyclades respectively, having previously only

LWC EYES EXPANSION

LWC Drinks has revealed it is on the acquisition trail while also unveiling ambitious plans for the DTC (direct to consumer) side of the business. Having had to shelve expansion plans last year due to the pandemic, LWC told Harpers it is now looking to add distribution centres in Scotland and on GOVT OPENS DRS CONSULTATION AND ANNOUNCES DELAY OF SCHEME In addition, it also announced a delay to the implementation of a DRS for those countries until late 2024 at the earliest. Defra said government remained committed to delivering on its commitments to introduce a DRS, but also recognised that the pandemic has disrupted the economy and society in “unimaginable ways”.. On this basis, it said the second consultation would build on the first LONG READ: TALKING TERROIR IN SPAIN Priorat's growers have achieved what no other Spanish appellation has dared to contemplate: a hierarchical classification of terroir. The project was initially unveiled in 2019 and Priorat now has a clear quality pyramid that would make any Burgundian proud. At Subscriber login Close

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