Issue 1, 2017 of Meininger's Wine Business International magazine

New Zealand’s red secret

Hawke’s Bay, situated in the North Island, produces some of New Zealand’s most notable red wines. Yet, says Rebecca Gibb MW, it struggles for attention.

The mixed wine farm

Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch grows grapes. And raises cows and pigs and sheep. Felicity Carter goes to see the future of viticulture.

The beauty of aged vines

South Africa has large areas of old vines that are waiting to be found. Felicity Carter hears about the search and rescue efforts.

The white wine trap

Why do red wines always score better than white wines? Is it because red wines are inherently ‘better’, or is it plain old bias? Jeff Siegel tests a theory.

When exporting is a dubious strategy

South Africa is in the middle of an export boom for its wines. But is it yielding profits? Michael Fridjhon looks at the economic reality.

Provence rosés are blooming

Provence is experiencing a lucrative boom that other wine regions can only envy, says Dr Jamie Goode. And it’s all been driven by pink wines.

Notable UK distributors

The UK market remains a beacon, attracting wines from across the globe. Adam Lechmere discusses some of the country’s most important distributors.

The financial analyst

An interview with Rob McMillan by Robert Joseph

Wine innovation

Meininger’s Wine Business International sponsored the Trailblazers competition at Wine Vision 2016. Robert Joseph reports on the results.