Tesco considers offer for 210-store Majestic Wine chain
Tesco is among the bidders considering a Majestic Wine takeover after private equity owner Fortress put the UK's largest wine retailer up for sale.
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Tesco is among the bidders considering a Majestic Wine takeover after private equity owner Fortress put the UK's largest wine retailer up for sale.
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