Naughty or Nice list - Bibendum Xmas Magazine

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Which trends are thriving
and which are getting
a lump of coal?

LIST

or

NICE

NAUGHTY

YES! The love for fortified wine has been waning in recent times.

Fortified
Wines

YES! Lesser known grape varietals from these regions are now appearing on an increasing number of wine lists, particularly by the glass.

Northern
Italian Wines
e.g. Piedmont,
Trentino-Alto Adige

YES! Portuguese blends now feature in 4 out of 10 MODE (PROOF Insights trend tracker tool) restaurants.

Portuguese
Wines

YES! There is growing popularity for lighter, brighter red wines.

Heavier Reds
e.g. Cabernet Sauvignon,
Shiraz

YES! The tightening of purse strings means that drinkers are turning to more affordable Sparkling. Whilst Champagne sales are down, English Sparkling has gained year on year growth.

Champagne

YES! These wines have benefitted from lower duty since the alcohol duty changes in August 2023.

Lower ABV Wines
e.g Riesling and
Vinho Verde