Wine labels to include nutrition and ingredients
New EU labelling rules come into force in December 2023 requiring ingredients list and nutritional information to be declared
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France produces the most wine in 2023
France is largest wine producing country in 2023, just pipping Italy to the post.
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Wine production around the world the lowest since 1961
Wine production around the world the lowest in over 60 years due to adverse weather conditions.
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UK has oversupply of home grown grapes
English and Welsh vineyard area has increased to more than 3,928ha but there is an oversupply of grapes.
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EU-Australia trade deal falters allowing Australian Prosecco
EU Australia trade deal falters leaving Australia free to produce Prosecco and name it Prosecco.
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Australian wine growers switch grape varieties in response to changing markets
Australia has had a huge change in where it sells its wines over the last few years and demand has also changed from big reds to whites.
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China and Australia negotiate wine tariffs
China and Australia in negotiations over wine tariffs.
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UK Government re-writes what wine is as part of a Brexit Boost
A range of reforms are to be introduced in 2024 that will see changes to the UK wine industry.
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French destroy 10,000 bottles of Spanish wine
French wine makers smash up 10,000 bottles of wine, claiming competition is just not fair!
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5,000 year old wine found in Egypt
Archaeologists have discovered wine stored in jars from Egypt's first dynasty.
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Grapes biggest soft fruit crop in UK
UK sees bumper harvest as grapes become the nation's leading soft fruit
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Retailers say no to heavyweight wine bottles
Leading retailers to drop wines in heavy bottles as part of plans to reduce carbon footprint of wine.
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Chapel Down to list on AIM
England's largest wine producer Chapel Down is targeting listing on the AIM stock market.
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WSET to launch Beer qualification in 2024
WSET to launch Beer qualification in 2024
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Sommelier a skilled job
Overseas Sommeliers can now get a Visa to enter and work in the UK.
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How long does it take to choose a bottle of wine?
Choosing the right wine can take a while, but the time taken in different parts of the UK varies.
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Spate of English vineyard sales
There has been a spate of English vineyards being sold or up for sale.
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Bad press for Champagne
A bad week for Champagne as grape pickers are rescued from people traffickers and the drink is ranked as overrated.
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Organic growers hit by mildew in Italy
Organic growers devastated by mildew in parts of Italy
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Argentina cash crisis limits growth
Argentina wine industry in a bad way as limits on foreign currency limits investment in growth.
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Naked Wines announce £15m loss
Naked Wines announce much delayed results and it’s a £15m loss.
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Australia starts a long road to reducing emissions
Australia starts a long road to reducing emissions with Wine Australia targeting a 40% emissions reduction by 2030 through creating 11 initiatives.
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Italy & Spain harvest hit by climate
Italy and Spain's 2023 crop looks down significantly associated with drought and heat waves
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International Grenache Day 15th September
Jumping on the bandwagon of a day for everything, Grenache Day looks to highlight the versatility of this grape.
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Wines of Ukraine sets up UK office
Wines of Ukraine has set up an office in the UK to support exports to the UK.
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Wine GB announce latest production and growth figures
Wine GB the UK trade body, announced that the UK now has 4,300ha under .vine, with a growth of 74% in the last five years.
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France harvest underway
In a difficult year for many producers, harvest is now underway in France.
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Vivino drops direct sales in UK
Vivino drops its own direct wine sales to UK consumers
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Majestic upping their expansion
Majestic, a leading wine retailer in the UK, announced plans to open a new store every month.
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France and Australia in oversupply woes
France and Australia in oversupply woes
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CIA list of the world's biggest drinkers, where is the UK?
The American CIA tracks the worlds biggest drinkers, by how much they are drinking per capita. Where does the UK feature?
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Duty changes on 1 August
1 August 2023 will see major changes in duty and the price of wine.
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IWC Awards celebrate the best in wine
This year's IWC Industry Awards builds on the wine awards to give credit to those leading the industry.
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WSET changes stance on WSET L3 exam
WSET has announced that students who have a part pass in the old issue 1 WSET L3 in Wines syllabus will no longer need to resit the entire course.
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Interest in Lo & No is higher than sales
According to a report, there is lots of interest in Low and non alcoholic drinks, but not many people buying them.
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English wine in the spotlight
This week three announcements were made that put English wine in the spotlight.
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Study links alcohol to reduced stress
Scientist shows alcohol reduces stress which may be the cause for reduced cardiovascular disease
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Be quick for English wine week 17-25 June
Only the super quick managed to secure probably the best offer for English wine week. Aldi was offering a winery tour, for £2.67 including a full bottle of English fizz.
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Pubs optimistic despite high closures
Pubs remain optimistic despite closures at their highest level for over 10 years.
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English Wine Week 17th - 25th June
This year, English Wine Week aligns with Father’s day with plenty of activities at English vineyards
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Summer is here is it the right temperature for a free rosé?
Aldi has been offering consumers free glasses of rosé, but only when the temperature hits at least 19.2 ºC
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Big Yellow opens self storage wine cellars in Kings Cross London
Big Yellow has opened it second wine storage facility in London with 400 climate controlled cellars.
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Bordeaux En Primeur priced high in falling fine wine market
Bordeaux En Primeur 2022 prices are 14% higher in falling fine wine markets
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Freixenet launches sparkling rosé ice pops
Freixenet launches sparkling rosé ice pops in time for UK festivals
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Global wine production dips
Wine sales dip in production but fizz leads the way on international sales
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EU mandatory calorie labelling for all wines
From the 6th December 2023, EU wine and spirits products will have to display nutritional information and energy values, including calories.
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Scotland's DRS glass inclusion blocked by the UK Government
Scotland's Deposit Return Scheme's glass inclusion blocked by the UK Government
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Champagne trade body destroys fizzy drink and beer
Champagne is on the rampage destroying soda and beer in a bid to protect its name
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Hawkes Bay one of 12 Great Wine Capitals of the World
Hawkes Bay in New Zealand has been crowned one of 12 Great Wine Capitals of the World
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UK rule changes will help UK growers
UK rule changes will help UK growers
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