Edition of February 17, 2026

Victorian wines uncork recognition: Pearson

Victoria’s government says 7 Victorian wineries will be showcased at Bordeaux’s Cité du Vin museum, which attracts over 400,000 visitors annually.

Source: arr.news Visiting BordeauxHistory and Archives

VIK 2022: ‘the beginning of a journey toward self-sufficiency’

VIK 2022, a flagship blend made in Millahue in the Cachapoal Valley, was presented at a masterclass of wines traded through La Place de Bordeaux. The blend is 79% Cabernet Franc and 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, and its 2022 vintage began VIK’s move toward self-sufficiency.

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com En Primeur and La PlaceThe Vintage

Macron defends removing vineyards to tackle France’s wine crisis

President Emmanuel Macron said some vineyards will need to be removed to address France’s wine crisis driven by oversupply, falling demand, competition, and export difficulties. He discussed potential measures during a visit to the Wine Paris fair.

Source: jornaldebrasilia.com.br The CrisisTrade and Tariffs