Obituaries

Michael Symington CBE, who led his family’s Port business after the Second World War and helped lay the foundations for its future expansion and success, has died aged 87.

By Richard Woodard Last updated 18 December 19

Dr Bailey Carrodus, the founder of top Australian wine estate Yarra Yering has died.

By Oliver Styles Last updated 5 September 19

Diana Cullen, who pioneered winemaking in the Margaret River region of Western Australia, has died aged 80.

By Richard Woodard Last updated 5 September 19

Tributes have been pouring in to Graham Beck, one of the pioneers of the modern South African wine industry, who has died at the age of 80.

By Richard Woodard Last updated 5 September 19

One of modern winemaking's most influential figures, Pascal Ribereau-Gayon, has died in Bordeaux at the age of 80.

By Jane Anson Last updated 5 September 19

Henri Krug, former head of Champagne Krug, has died of cancer aged 76.

By Giles Fallowfield Last updated 5 September 19

Catherine Péré Vergé, one of Bordeaux’s most respected proprietors, has died aged 74.

By Jane Anson Last updated 5 September 19

Bill Baker, one of the most renowned and respected figures in the UK wine trade, has died.

By Adam Lechmere Last updated 5 September 19