Wine specialist Majestic seeks to differentiate itself through product quality and enthusiastic, knowledgeable staff who share their interest in good wine with customers. In 2015, Majestic bought online player Naked Wines but in 2019, Naked Wines sold Majestic to investor Fortress for ÂŁ95m. Retail Week provides news, analysis, features and opinion about Majestic Wine and the grocery sector.
Majestic has begun its rollout of new stores as part of a ÂŁ4m investment, with the first store opening in South West England.
In her first interview, Majestic managing director Elizabeth Newman reveals her plans for the specialist retailer, and what she learned working for Sainsburyâs chief executive that will help her deliver.
Asdaâs desire to appoint its next chief executive from within is a sensible one, but it will need to start winning back customers, growing market share and making profits first, writes Clarityâs Fran Minogue
Majestic Wine-owned Vagabond has announced plans to open a new flagship wine bar in Londonâs West End this summer, as the brand continues to target âhigh profile, experience-led locationsâ.
Investor Fortress is considering selling specialist retailer Majestic Wine, having owned it since 2019.
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