Edition of January 9, 2026

Terroir through time - a vertical journey at Château Smith Haut Lafitte: A Decanter Fine Wine Encounter masterclass

Decanter reports on a Fine Wine Encounter masterclass featuring a vertical tasting at Château Smith Haut Lafitte, exploring how terroir and time shape the estate’s wines across vintages.

Source: decanter.com Château Smith Haut Lafitte The VintageThe Fine Wine Market

Wines of the Year 2025: Bordeaux & Burgundy

Decanter editors Georgie Hindle and Natalie Earl selected the best Bordeaux and Burgundy wines they rated in 2025. The Bordeaux selection included 3 of 9 wines rated 100 points and 2 of 8 rated 99 points.

Source: decanter.com Critics and Scores

This red wine under €7 won 3 gold medals and 2 stars in the Hachette Guide

According to leparisien.fr, Château de Bourdieu 2020, a Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux red promoted by Cdiscount for under €7, won 3 gold medals and 2 stars in the Hachette Guide.

Source: leparisien.fr Château Bourdieu Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux Critics and Scores

Christmas with Grand Crus: The Wine Merchant’s Tips

On Dec. 12, 2025, a wine merchant at Chai des Chartrons in Bordeaux shared tips for festive food and wine pairings for Christmas.

Source: vintagebyugcb.com Wines to Buy

How Bordeaux’s youth are shaping tomorrow’s wine industry

Young people in Bordeaux are shaping the future of the wine industry, from training and careers to new approaches and priorities.

Source: terredevins.com History and Archives