Issue 5, 2018 of Meininger's Wine Business International magazine

What does the research say?

Companies wanting to venture into new markets no longer have to fly blind. Barnaby Eales looks at some of the market data services available to the wine industry.

French regional brands return

Once the backbone of the trade, négoçiant blends were eclipsed late last century by estate wines and the ratings game. Now they are making a comeback, says Roger Morris.

History written in Rhône

E. Guigal in the Rhône Valley has always been a pioneer – and there are more projects on the drawing board. Felicity Carter speaks to Philippe Guigal.

Is the wine industry headed for tough times?

Young people are drinking less. Wine companies are turning to cannabis. Climate change is coming. Felicity Carter and Robert Joseph debate whether the wine world is heading for trouble.

The king of the Franks

The once obscure Blaufränkisch is a red wine whose time has come, says John Szabo MS.

The screw cap revolution

The use of aluminium closures has exploded, as winemakers and the public embrace them. There’s a reason they’re so popular.

Rioja’s classification conundrum

Like many regions, Rioja has developed a new classification framework. James Lawrence evaluates its chances of success.

Moldovan value

Poor harvests elsewhere in Europe have opened doors for Moldovan wines, as Caroline Gilby MW explains.

Portugal bets big on tourism

Gastronomy tourism is booming worldwide and wine regions are scrambling for their share. Adam Lechmere looks at how Portugal is beating the competition.