October 2019

SPARKLING FORM

Champagne’s winemakers are pushing for quality over quantity

South Africa’s new wave winemakers are shaking things up across the country

Sir Ian Botham partners with Hush Heath Estate in Kent on an English wine brand

Hollywood actor John Malkovich tells us about starting his own Provence wine brand

The country’s producers are concentrating on terroir and releasing high quality wines

Drinks brands are investing in their travel retail presence with exclusive releases

James Lawrence explores how closures producers are using the latest technology to create eco-friendly seals and tackle counterfeiting.

While it may only produce a small amount of Pinot Noir, New Zealand punches well above its weight when it comes to quality.

Argentine producers are starting to experiment with white varieties to create terroir-driven expressions throughout the country.

Non-vintage and, indeed, vintage Champagne are now fighting against other premium styles.

Contemporary art and fine wine are both forms of cultural expression, and our artist labels help to raise the consumer’s experience.

Tequila and mezcal are increasingly popular, and their success has been driven by celebrity endorsements.

The rise of English sparkling wine has been spearheaded by the pioneering work of Nyetimber.

Producers worldwide have waded into the popular market for rosé, squeezing the entry level

French wine fans seek out new royalty – but will their praise push prices sky high?