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Wine tourism on the rise: WineGB launches Visit a Vineyard Guide

With over 1.5 million vineyard visits made in 2023, wine tourism is the newest trend in UK travel. WineGB has launched the Visit a Vineyard Guide showcasing the most unique experiences on offer. 

Fruit&Vine attends WineGB pruning competition

WineGB’s sixth annual pruning competition took place at Clayhill Vineyard, Essex. Reporter Daniel Hodge attended.

Would you like to be called UK sommelier of the year? 

Entries have just opened for the UK Sommelier of the Year 2025 award. 

New tool launches to support frost risk management in vineyards

A UK frost forecasting and management research project has released a Bud Burst Model to capture data from across the country by grape variety.

Could Trump impose 200% tariff on alcohol from EU?

US president Donald Trump has spoken about imposing a 200% tariff on alcohol coming to the United States of America from the European Union.

Aldi removes protective sleeves from its wines 

Aldi announced that the store will remove the protective sleeves from the corks of its own-label wines. 

Wines of East Anglia Trade Tasting takes place next week

Palate Comms has announced its inaugural tasting event, the Wines of East Anglia Trade Tasting, showcasing the best of East Anglia’s wine scene and featuring 15 premier vineyards from the region.

Frosco: Groundbreaking innovation in viticulture looking to branch out

Frosco’s advanced foam is a breakthrough in frost protection, with wider benefits on the horizon too.

Henners Vineyard passes WineGB gold winery audit

WineGB announced that an East Sussex vineyard and winery, Henners Vineyard, has passed the SWGB Gold Winery Audit, meaning its entire operation is now gold-certified.  

Shropshire vineyard becomes first UK operator of UV Boosting

Following extensive research and assistance, Veenow Vineyard has become the first operator and sales agent of the UV Boosting technology, standing at the forefront of sustainability in UK vineyards.

M&S introduces AI wine finder tool to help customers pick perfect bottle

Marks & Spencer has announced that its customers can now use the new wine finder tool powered by AI technology to help them select the right bottle of wine for their palate.

Wine merchant Philglas & Swiggot announces closure after over 30 years in business

London wine merchant Philglas & Swiggot has announced closure after more than 30 years in business.

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