Trend watch: Premium Australia and New Zealand on the rise
On Trade sales of Australian and New Zealand wines over £25 are up, while sales of entry level wines are dipping. Are consumers starting to head south of the equator for that special bottle? Read More
New Zealand – more than a one-trick pony
The last few years have seen a new era for New Zealand wine. For one thing, the vines have gotten older and wiser – and so have the producers tending them. Elegance, freshness and balance have become core values of the country’s premium offering. Read More
Top 8 wine trends for 2018
It’s time to reflect on the year that was and look ahead to what the New Year might have in store for the UK On Trade. Our customers, sales teams and award-winning market insights team picked eight top wine trends to look out for in 2018. Read More
Biodynamics - just a load of manure?
It's a topic that causes debate in the wine world, but biodynamic winemaking appears to be here to stay. But what is it really all about? We talk to our resident expert Gergely Barsi Szabo and biodynamic winemaker James Millton to find out... Read More
The Deep South: Winemaking at the end of the world
We spoke with Paul Pujol, winemaker at Prophet's Rock, about what inspires him and what makes Prophet's Rock different to other New Zealand wines.
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Why is Australia Still a Favourite for the UK Wine Consumer?
The top Australian brands have lost market share since 2011, yet Australian wine value on the whole is up. Find out why.
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5 reasons why rosé loves food
Rosé is too often dismissed as just a bit of fun. But there’s a whole lot of serious pink wine out there that deserves your attention. From pale salmon to nearly-red we take a look at the full spectrum of pinks and what to eat with them.
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The rise of reds & Riesling: new-wave wines from Germany
Despite being steeped in vinous history and respected throughout the wine world, Germany as a wine category is often overlooked and underestimated. But there is a new group of premium producers – both traditional and modern in approach – creating very exciting wines across the country. Read More
Feel the fiesta with a Brazilian cocktail
With the 2016 Rio Olympics just around the corner, this summer is all about harnessing the noise and colour of one of the world’s most famous party capitals. And what better way to celebrate than with a Brazilian-inspired cocktail. Read More
Before and after: How to bookend a meal with booze!
Enhance customer experience and increase profits with these ‘bookend’ drinks to top and tail your meal. Read More
What you need to know about Jura
With a variety of styles and a combination of international and indigenous grapes, Jura’s popularity is growing, particularly among affluent, trend-seeking wine drinkers.
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Friday Quiz: the fizz quiz
Are you a bubbles buff? Do you dream of fizz? Know your blanc de blancs from your blanc de noirs?
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Getting geeky with Champagne
With Grande Marque Champagnes making up more than two thirds of total Champagne sales and comprising 90% of the region’s exports, it’s no secret that Champagne is a category dominated by the big houses. But with increased interest in, and favour for, hand crafted, artisanal wines, it’s high time we pay more attention to Grower ... Read More
Biodynamic and Organic Wine: A Grower's Perspective
We caught up with Clare Allan from Huia, one of our organic and biodynamic growers.
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March - Just Like the 'Transitional Man'
A wine recommendation for this 'in-between season' Read More
Judging a book by its cover: Beautiful label design
Why a great wine label can generate even greater sales. Read More
Seriously cool: the allure of cool-climate wine
Cool-climate wine is, well… cool. Changing temperatures and rising levels of carbon dioxide are gently moving the best, most interesting, coolest vineyards further north – in the north – and south – in the south. Read More
Huia Pinot Noir (Marlborough, New Zealand)
Huia is a tiny operation based in Marlborough, creating delicious, biodynamic wines and all in small quantities.
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