Do the Irish still drink as much as stereotypes suggest? Not anymore. Ireland’s alcohol consumption has dropped to the EU average — and wine is quietly gaining ground. Martin Moran explains what’s behind the shift.

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Spiros Malandrakis of Euromonitor says wine's long decline is no mystery. He tells Felicity Carter that it’s time for the sector to take bold action.

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The theme of the Meininger’s Wine Conference 2025 was how to boost wine sales. Felicity Carter reports.

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As professionals head to Bordeaux for a likely lacklustre 2024 En Primeur campaign, some believe patience is key amid falling wine sales and rising competition from other products. Robert Joseph suggests this approach lacks scientific credibility.

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The wine industry is seeking new sales opportunities. Could emerging markets and innovative products offer viable alternatives? And how is AI transforming sales and communication? Anja Zimmer reports.

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In the final part of his 2025 predictions, Robert Joseph looks at wine markets.

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In part two of his three-part series of predictions for 2025, Robert Joseph looks at some specific sectors within and outside the industry.

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It’s that time of the year, and, given the current state of the world, and the wine industry in particular, Robert Joseph thinks a little crystal ball gazing is in order - even if some of what he foresees may not be entirely welcome. Part one of a three-part series.

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Governments falling, tariffs on the menu and complicated taxes in the UK. The CEO of Vinexposium asks his crystal ball for advice. He spoke to Felicity Carter.

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