Features

Austrian reds

Burgenland produces high quality, interesting wines – in red. The challenge is to get consumers to understand that Austria produces more than white. By James Lawrence.

Talking autochthonous

A growing number of indigenous varieties are hitting the market. But while they offer new tastes, their unfamiliarity and unusual names can make them difficult to market. Richard Woodard takes a look.

Selling the French way

When an American couple began buying French properties, they assumed they could introduce American-style selling. But the French had other ideas, finds Robert Joseph.

The prospects for Crete

As the Greek economic crisis grinds on, wine producers are getting a paradoxical boost, as the world hears more about Greece and its products. Dr Caroline Gilby MW reports on Crete.

The discounter shake-up

There was a time when UK shoppers were slightly embarrassed to be seen in Aldi and Lidl. But, finds Annabel Jackson, the German discounters are now wildly popular.

New opportunities in the UK

The UK is a tough market to enter, with high competition and low margins. But Patricia Langton says an opportunity for wine producers is opening in the premium on-trade.

Who’s Who in Poland

Poland is one of Europe’s fastest-growing wine markets. Wojciech Bońkowski analyses who really influences it.

East Enders

St-Émilion’s east side has become Bordeaux’s most exciting neighborhood. But can its success withstand drastically changing market forces? Roger Morris explores the trend.

Optimism in South Africa

An interview with Mike Ratcliffe by Robert Joseph