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Five billion boost for French wine exports to the USA

The EU has approved a €5bn French support package to speed up wine and spirits exports to the US before new tariffs hit. Exporters are racing against time to ship stocks during a 90-day suspension of duties.
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London Wine Fair 19-21 May 2025

London Wine Fair 2025 showcases global wines and spirits industry
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Provence get its first cru

Sainte-Victoire becomes the first official cru to be recognised in Provence.
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US wine drinkers trading down

Cabernet lovers in the US seeking better value for money

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Fake Yellow Tail wine hits indies

Yellow Tail wine fraud isolated to very small number of indie UK retailers, say Casella Family Brands
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Vinarchy unites Accolade and Pernod Ricard wine division

Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard's wine portfolio have merged under Australian Wine Holdco Limited (AWL), forming a global wine powerhouse now known as Vinarchy.
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Semaglutide could curb alcohol cravings

Semaglutide drugs may help reduce alcohol cravings, study finds
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Wine brands feel the squeeze

Luxury and low-cost wine brands feel the squeeze as layoffs hit both ends of the market.
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2024 a record year for wine auctions

More wine under the hammer in 2024, but at lower prices.
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Wine linked to lower heart attack risk

New study links drinking sparkling & white wines (and red) to lower heart attack risk.
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Rats show a nose for wine in sommelier-style sniff test

A new study has shown that rats can tell the difference between two grape varieties.
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Global wine consumption hits 63-year low

A historic low for wine: global consumption hits 63-year low
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Bordeaux En Primeur a damp squib

Bordeaux En Primeur launches have so far been a damp squib
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Global wine consumption falls to 60-year low

Global wine consumption hits a 60-year low in 2024 to 214 million hectolitres, a third consecutive year of decline.
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King Charles toasts anniversary with Ferrari Trento

On a state visit to Italy, King Charles III and Queen Camilla celebrated their 20th anniversary with a toast of Ferrari Trento’s finest sparkling wine.
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From Student to Star: Jessica Summer Wins IWSC Emerging Talent in Wine

Former ThirtyFifty student and Mouse & Grape founder recognised for reshaping how we experience wine and cheese.
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Mexico gets first PGI for wine

Mexico's Querétaro region receives the country's first-ever PGI for wine.
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Constellation streamlines wine portfolio

Constellation Brands is selling a chunk of its mainstream wine business to The Wine Group, aiming to focus on higher-end wines and craft spirits.
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Aldi unveils aluminium wine bottle

Aldi unveils UK's first own-label aluminium wine bottle in partnership with Broadland Drinks.
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Drinks industry plays April Fool's

April Fool’s Day pranks take the drinks world by storm
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Majestic acquires Enotria & Coe in landmark deal

Majestic has announced the acquisition of Enotria & Coe, one of the UK’s top premium wine and spirits distributors.
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US trade tariffs will affect wine imports

America’s trade war is in full swing, with tariffs on all wine imported into the U.S. rising between 10% and 30%.
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Footballers' wines

Ronaldo left horrified as footballing buddy drinks his £8,000 Petrus with ice
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English fizz gaining momentum

English Fizz very good according to latest research, and Brits are flocking to the vineyards to sample it.
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Italian wine exports to US stall over tariff fears

Italian wine exports to US stall amid fears of a 200% tariff being imposed.
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ProWein 2025 sees dip in visitors

ProWein 2025 upbeat despite dip in visitor numbers for third year in a row.
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Fine wine prices falter as gold glimmers

Fine wine prices falter amid global uncertainty as gold glimmers.
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US tariffs help big players

US tariffs a boon for big players that could squeeze out smaller and mid sized companies
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Cabernet Sauvignon may thrive in a high CO₂ future

Cabernet Sauvignon could be a better bet for winemakers in a hotter, drier future, according to new research.
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California’s grape crush smallest in 20 years

California’s 2024 grape crush is the smallest in 20 years sparking industry shake-up.
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B.C. bans US alcohol in response to Trump tariffs

British Columbia this week has followed Ontario, Manitoba and Quebec last week by banning all US alcohol from government-run liquor stores
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Constellation Brands set to exit the wine industry

Constellation Brands set to exit the wine industry, prompting a potential industry shake-up.
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UK vineyard pioneers healthy vine technology

First UK vineyard pioneers UV-C technology for healthier vines
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US wine trade war kicks off in Canada

Canada dumps US wine as Trump ramps up trade war with the rest of the world
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New Cru Bourgeois classification

2025 Cru Bourgeois classification has been announced with stricter standards.
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Smoky wine can be desirable thing

Smoky wines could have a market, new study suggests
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Philglas & Swiggot to close after 34 years

Wine merchant Philglas & Swiggot close amid tough UK wine market conditions
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Ireland’s wine label rules may push producers out

New health warning labels on alcoholic drinks in Ireland could drive producers away from market
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Spain's droughts need sustainable solutions

Spanish vineyards face drought challenges, and seek sustainable solutions
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Fine wine prices slide, but trading activity is up

Fine wine prices continued their downward trend in January, with most major Liv-ex indices seeing declines.
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Church of England rejects non-alcoholic communion wine

The Church of England has firmly rejected calls for alcohol-free wine and gluten-free bread.
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UK alcohol duty changes drive market shifts

A major change in wine duty occurred in the UK on 1 February 2025, with wines between 11.5% and 14.5% (which had a flat rate) now subject to a duty rate that changes with alcohol level.
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French wine exports drop in value

French wine exports have dropped in value as buyers seek more affordable alternatives
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M&S launch mulled white wine

Mulled white wine: a quirky twist on a festive favourite
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Vinny robot could transform UK harvests

UK wine industry toasts £475K grant for grape-picking robot
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China imports less wine

European wine exports to China have dropped significantly, according to Eurostat's latest data.
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New Pouilly Premier Crus

Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles achieve Premier Cru status after 18 year process by the INAO.
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New Zealand marks 30 years of sustainable winegrowing

In 2025, New Zealand will mark 30 years of the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) programme.
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Champagne landscape transformation

Moët & Chandon hits milestone in Champagne biodiversity drive by planting hedgerows amongst other initiatives.
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Time to stock up on supermarket wines for Christmas

Tesco, Waitrose and Sainsbury are all offering 25% off for 6 or more bottles at the moment, but some offers close early December
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