October 2018
Brut strength
Why non-vintage Champagne is the liefeblood of the region
Vintage Champagne may excite the experts, but non-vintage expressions require more skill to make.
Leading lights
Low-alcohol beers tap into trend for healthier serves
The rise of low- and no-alcohol beer has been welcomed by the industry and by consumers looking for healthier serves.
Just for picks
France’s 2018 harvest could produce a sublime vintage
After suffering in previous years, 2018’s harvest in France looks likely to produce a bumber crop.
September 2018
Step change
Chile’s winemakers are putting quality before quantity
Fight club
Wine takes off in duty free
Budding ambitions
Can weed and wine mix?
August 2018
New heights
How Argentina’s Malbec producers are reaching their peak
Seal of approval
Does closure type affect how a wine is perceived?
Trend spotting
10 drinks trends making a splash in UK retail
July 2018
Max Appeal
Passion for Tequila heats up as big players move into the category
So far, low good
We meet the brands that are raising a glass to soft serves
Next of Gin
Pink and savoury flavours lead the latest innovations
June 2018
Shore thing
Producers move to the coast to make the most of undiscovered Italy
Big spenders
Are power players forcing out Piedmont’s family firms?
Hidden gems
French regions unveil their liquid treasures