The UK remains one of the world‘s most important import markets, and a showcase for the world. Richard Woodard identifies who the movers and shakers are.
The Wine Society, a British institution, is not-for-profit. That means in their quest not to turn a profit, they can cellar wines for long periods and offer members excellent deals. Adam Lechmere takes a look.
Although Switzerland is known for chocolate, watches and skiing, it also boasts a thriving wine culture. Yves Beck reports on who the most significant people in the industry are.
After a gap of 15 years, an Australian icon is once again moving into international markets. Dr Stephen Quinn visited Wynns Coonawarra Estate in the famous red soil region of South Australia to talk about strategies.
The penal colony on Gorgona, an island off the coast of Tuscany, has a recent addition – a viticultural project overseen by the fabled Marchesi deʼ Frescobaldi. Michèle Shah reports.
Every year under the glare of television lights, a jury of 70 wine experts watches as young women compete to become Germany’s next Wine Queen. Felicity Carter was among them.
India is a paradoxical market. On the one hand are investors planting vineyards and growing wine tourism. On the other stands a government hostile to alcohol. Subhash Arora takes a closer look at what’s happening on the ground.
South Africa’s beverages behemoth Distell has long failed to capitalise on its stellar wine assets, says Michael Fridjhon. But Richard Rushton, the new managing director, has plans for the wine division.
The US now consumes the most wine in the world. But it’s not just buyers, retailers and sommeliers who carry weight and influence, says Robert Joseph, but also data providers and infographics creators.
The Netherlands, the fifth-largest import market in the world, is a small country with an open mentality – even if it does have a reputation as a market built on low prices. After speaking with representatives from the Dutch trade, Cees van Casteren MW has spotted 11 trends.
Portugal is one of the fastest-developing wine-producing nations in Europe. Dr Luis Antunes offers an insight into the way it is evolving – and the people who are most responsible for the positive changes.
Boston, the capital of the US state of Massachusetts, is home to some of the world’s most famous universities and research institutions. As Scott Saunders reports, this means the locals are happy to try new things, while wine merchants look for innovative new ways to present their wines.
The end to civil wars plus tremendous mineral wealth has the potential to turn countries like Angola into major economies. As they grow, they’re consuming more wine. Dr Stephen Quinn reports.
With its strong currency, culture of wine drinking, and a population oriented internationally thanks to a strong travel culture, Australia has become a lucrative destination for international wines. Jeni Port seeks out the buyers you need to know.
Tradition demands the participation of individuals who are dedicated to preserving it. For the Trentino winegrowers’ cooperative Mezzacorona, this involves safeguarding the indigenous grape varieties Teroldego and Marzemino, showcasing their qualities both as monovarietal wines and in blends.
