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The Republic of Macedonia is a Former Yugoslavian country located in Southern Central Europe; with Bulgaria sitting to her right, Kosovo and Serbia tucked in up north, Albania to the west and notably Greece occupying the southern border. Macedonia has developed a rich vibrant history that stretches back through the ages.
Today, more and more people are using social media to not only research but also interact with new drinking venues. This is particularly true of generations X and Y, to whom using the internet and social media is almost second nature.
Many on and off trade retailers are cautiously optimistic for the year ahead after a strong performance on Christmas sales.
It is a long standing tradition on the 14th of February for all the Macedonian wineries and grape producers to celebrate Saint Trifun who is the celebrated saint protector of the vineyards and winemakers.
Whether or not you subscribe to the idea of yearly trends in the food and drink industry, experts will carry on making predictions regardless.
It may be something of a taboo subject, but one Italian winemaker believes that the Chianti Classico region is actually benefiting from climate change.
There are probably very few people in the wine industry who can say they have had a quiet year. With big mergers such as Majestic's acquisition of Naked Wines, a trend towards a reduction in supplier numbers, and people’s wine preferences shifting, most of us have had to stay on our toes and find innovative ways to get ahead.
Good News - Over a Quarter of Wine Drinkers Would Pay More than £10 per Bottle
Posted on Tue 15th Dec 2015 at 12:31
A recent Mintel survey has found that 28% of wine drinkers would spend more than £10 on a bottle of wine, and a further 7% would spend more than £20.
The CBI has released the findings of their latest Service Sector Survey, which covers leisure and lifestyle businesses such as bars, restaurants, hotels and travel-related companies.
Jancis Robinson picks Stobi as One of Her Merry Reds for Christmas
Posted on Tue 8th Dec 2015 at 12:29
We are delighted to note that wine guru and MW Jancis Robinson has selected the Stobi Vranec 2011 as one of her top picks for this Christmas.