Major new Sussex wine estate starts planting
A former hedge fund manager is setting out to plant what will one of the largest vineyards in England, in the South Downs in East Sussex.
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Rioja produces first commercial sweet wines
Two Rioja producers have revived the region’s tradition of producing late-harvest wines.
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Spain and Portugal begin harvest after 'difficult' year
High temperatures in August and September have led to an early harvest across Spain.
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Strikes threaten Sherry harvest
The Sherry industry is facing a series of crises as the threat of strikes at harvest time is added to oversupply and falling prices – but there is reason for optimism, some insiders say.
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Vega Sicilia to move into Rioja?
Vega Sicilia has set its sights on Rioja, buying vineyards in the north of the region, according to local reports.
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Australia 2010 favoured by cooler weather
Rain and cool weather have favoured the 2010 vintage in Australia – in contrast to the heat and fire of last year.
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London gets its first Sherry bar
London’s first Sherry bar opens this Friday, giving Londoners a taste of fine Sherry in a setting reminiscent of the rustic bodega bars of southern Spain.
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Navarra: new DO Pago
Prado Irache, the estate wine of Bodegas Irache in Navarra, has gained DO Pago status.
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Navarra grabs limelight
A group of Navarra winemakers has joined forces in a bid to improve the quality and image of the region’s wines.
