Markets

The battle against red tape

Matilde Poggi doesn’t just battle the elements. She’s also on a mission to untangle Italian bureaucracy, as she tells Elisabetta Tosi.

The UK market in crisis

An interview with Michael Saunders by Robert Joseph.

Russia's wine renaissance

Igor Serdyuk reports on the most influential people behind the current Russian wine renaissance.

Denmark’s independent wine retailers

The pandemic has had a mixed impact on Denmark’s wine market. While some have suffered terribly, other companies have found unexpected opportunities. Elsebeth Lohfert reports.

Who’s Who in Austria

Austria may be a small country, but its wines have made a big impact on the world of wine. Julia Sevenich reveals the people behind the industry

An interview with Roberta Corrà

Elisabetta Tosi speaks with the CEO of Italy's Gruppo Italiano Vini.

Who’s Who in Switzerland

The fiercely competitive Swiss wine market is characterised by medium-sized retailers and a few large players. Wolfgang Fassbender reports.

Who is Who in Sweden

Elke Jung does a deep dive into Sweden, one of the world’s most important wine import markets.

The future of somm culture

Award-winning sommelier André Hueston Mack gives L.M. Archer his thoughts about the evolution of hospitality post-Covid-19.

Wine families against climate change

An interview with Katie Jackson and Miguel Torres by Felicity Carter.

Japan’s online wine market

Famously early to adopt, the Japanese consumer is comfortable buying online. Roddy Ropner looks at how this has shaped the online wine market.

The Master of Pall Mall

An interview with Ronan Sayburn MS by Robert Joseph.

Australia: Wine wizards of Oz

Jeni Port identifies Australia’s most notable wine stores, many of which are proud of their international ranges.

Who’s Who in New Zealand

Rebecca Gibb MW reveals who the people are behind this vibrant and successful wine culture.

The view from behind the wine list

Florian Daniel Maaß interviews top sommelier Raimonds Tomsons to hear how the pandemic has changed the fine dining world.