Edition of February 16, 2026

Is 2022 bordeaux really that good?

Jancis Robinson publishes a final report from the Southwold-on-Thames tasting of around 200 wines from Bordeaux’s hot, dry 2022 vintage, assessing overall quality and character.

Source: jancisrobinson.com The VintageCritics and Scores

"Want a glass without opening a whole bottle?": Bordeaux wine in a tube for moderate drinkers

The Rollan de By estates are launching 10cl test-tube-style Bordeaux wine flasks aimed at moderate drinkers. The format was showcased at Wine Paris and is already being sold in French mass retail.

Source: sudouest.fr Château Rollan de By The New Bordeaux

Wine: the return of claret in Bordeaux

Les Échos reports on the comeback of Bordeaux “claret,” a light, pale red wine style revived with newly defined rules. The first bottles, presented at Wine Paris, are expected to reach distribution in spring.

Source: lesechos.fr The New Bordeaux

Andrew Jefford: Bordeaux's white wine resurgence deserves attention

Andrew Jefford argues that Bordeaux’s white wines are undergoing a notable resurgence, highlighting creativity among producers. He points to the new Médoc Blanc appellation (introduced in 2025) as a potentially pivotal development.

Source: decanter.com Médoc Critics and ScoresThe New Bordeaux