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Bordeaux’s most secret wine: Enthusiasm for L’Enthousiaste
Colin Hay unveiled L’Enthousiaste, a rare Vin de France from a 0.5-hectare parcel on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, created through an alliance between a Left Bank winegrower and a Right Bank oenologist.
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Stars of Bordeaux 2023 in-bottle tastings: 600 wine reviews
According to Decanter, Georgie Hindle assessed more than 600 Bordeaux 2023 wines in bottle, with 110 gaining 1 point, 66 gaining 2 points and 19 gaining 3 points from their En Primeur scores.
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A woman winegrower on the municipal council and promoting Bordeaux wine
On Saturday, March 28, Bordeaux Mayor Thomas Cazenave appointed Laure de Lambert Compeyrot, director of château Sigalas Rabaud, as a municipal councillor responsible for relations with the wine sector and wine promotion.
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‘A handshake and a shared vision’: Prince Robert of Luxembourg on ASC partnership
Prince Robert of Luxembourg discussed Domaine Clarence Dillon’s 20-year presence in China and its strengthened partnership with ASC Fine Wines.
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Bordeaux Launches New White Wines to Attract Younger Consumers
On Tuesday in Paris, Bernard Farges and Jean-Pierre Durand presented Bordeaux’s “new face” to attract younger and more diverse consumers, including the Médoc Blanc appellation created in 2025. Its first bottles are due by the end of April at €15 to €30.
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First taste of excellent Bordeaux 2025 as region feels the pinch
At a late-March event in London, wine buyers tasted excellent Bordeaux 2025 wines, whose yields were down and berries smaller after drought and high temperatures. Philippe de Poyferré said 16 châteaux left the Grand Cercle last year for financial reasons, while 7 joined.
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Wine world mourns Bordeaux legend Michel Rolland
Michel Rolland, Bordeaux oenologist and original “flying winemaker,” died from a heart attack on Friday at age 78, according to The Drinks Business. His career spanned 14 countries and 50 years, and he consulted for more than 150 wine estates.
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The 1982 Bordeaux vintage ushered in richer, more fruit-forward reds that matured earlier, while 8 of 10 vintages from 2013 to 2022 scored at least 90 points in Wine Spectator. South Florida Reporter found 2018 to 2022 mid-level Grand Crus priced at $50 to $70 in a Washington, D.C., wine shop.
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How merlot became the dominant grape in Bordeaux red wines
Merlot is the primary grape in most Bordeaux red blends, typically accounting for at least two-thirds of the volume, while its vines outnumber cabernet sauvignon vines 3 to 1 because it suits the region’s cool, moist climate.
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Why Michel Rolland became one of the most influential names in wine
According to NSC Total, French winemaker Michel Rolland died at 78 on March 20, 2026, in Bordeaux, France. Known for concentrated wines with silky texture, soft tannins and high alcohol, he helped spread his style through consulting in Argentina, the United States and Brazil.
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Mios: a conference sheds light on the origins of the Bordeaux vineyard
Mios Culture Loisirs will host historian Didier Coquillas-Sistach on Saturday, March 28, for a conference on the origins of the Bordeaux vineyard, drawing on archaeological research and Roman legends. The event will take place at 8:30 p.m. in the municipal council hall, with admission of 5 euros.
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Bordeaux Vineyard Deploys Hyperspectral Satellites to Detect Vine Stress Early
On March 24, 2026, Bordeaux estate Château Puybarbe began real-time monitoring with hyperspectral satellites in collaboration with Kuva Space to detect vine stress before it becomes visible. The organic estate aims to improve vineyard management and adapt to climate challenges.
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Château in Bordeaux Tests New Affordable Satellite Technology
In Bordeaux, Château Puybarbe is testing new, lower-cost satellite technology with Kuva Space to monitor vine health in real time. Hyperspectral imaging can detect early signs of stress from fungal pressure, insects, and changes in water or nutrient balance before they are visible in the vineyard.
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Terre de Vins’ tasting team reassessed the 2023 wines being delivered from Saint-Estèphe and Pauillac after 2 years of élevage. Promising potential identified during primeurs was confirmed in some wines, while the vintage also produced more accessible successes than 2022.
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Bordeaux 2.0: Version Being Rolled Out
The CIVB sets out how Bordeaux wines have changed since 2019, in response to falling consumption, a weak market and declining interest in tannic reds. It was published just before the en primeur campaign.
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The Master Blender Who Turned Bordeaux into a Global Sensation Leaves the Wine World Forever Changed
According to Wine Enthusiast, Michel Rolland, the Bordeaux-based oenologist, has died. His blending style helped define modern red Bordeaux and influence wine worldwide, with Pomerol as his base.
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Terre de Vins reassessed the deliverable 2023 wines from Pomerol and Lalande-de-Pomerol after 2 years of élevage, saying promising potential identified in spring 2024 was often confirmed. The selection includes successes that are more accessible than those from the acclaimed 2022 vintage.
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Bordeaux vineyard uses hyperspectral satellites for early detection of vineyard stress
On March 24, 2026, Bordeaux’s Château Puybarbe began operational monitoring of its vineyards with hyperspectral satellites in partnership with Kuva Space. The technology is intended to detect vine stress caused by fungi, insects, moisture changes or nutrient imbalances before it is visible to the human eye.
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Bordeaux estate turns to space tech to monitor vines in real time
Château Puybarbe, an organic Bordeaux estate run by Riku and Anna Väänänen, has begun operational vineyard monitoring with hyperspectral satellites in collaboration with Kuva Space.
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Is your fine wine a fake? How wax and DNA can outfox the impostors
Château Angélus is tackling fine-wine fraud with a wax seal that incorporates a vine’s unique genetic code to authenticate bottles.
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Picque Caillou: Laurent Marti’s dream becomes reality
Laurent Marti, president of Union Bordeaux Bègles, acquired Château Picque Caillou in the Pessac-Léognan appellation from the Denis family. The property retains 25 hectares of contiguous vines in Mérignac.
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Bordeaux estate becomes first vineyard to be operationally monitored by hyperspectral satellites
On March 23, 2026, Bordeaux’s Château Puybarbe became the first vineyard to be operationally monitored with hyperspectral satellites through a partnership with Finland’s Kuva Space. The system enables earlier detection of vine stress, pests and environmental changes for more precise vineyard management.
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Saint-Émilion & the other Right Bank appellations
After 2 years of élevage, Terre de Vins found that the promising 2023 vintage was confirmed across Saint-Émilion and other Right Bank appellations, with more accessible successes than the highly regarded 2022 vintage.
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"Bordeaux in Motion": an evening organized to discuss the future of Bordeaux wine
According to Le Figaro Vin, Cella Fuga Club is organizing “Bordeaux en mouvement” on Tuesday, March 24, in Paris 8, with a conference-debate on Bordeaux wine’s future followed by a tasting of 3 wines.
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Obituary Michel Rolland: 1947-2026
Decanter reports the death of Michel Rolland, the influential Bordeaux-based oenologist and global consultant, who died suddenly on March 20 aged 78. His career made him one of the most prominent figures associated with modern Bordeaux winemaking.
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According to terredevins.com, Bordeaux’s 2023 vintage is a “contemporary classic” shaped by heavy mildew pressure, humidity and heat, and a less extreme summer than 2022. Its best wines show adjusted maturity, concentration without excess, elegance and length.
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The Premiers Grands Crus Classés and 'stars' of Saint-Émilion
After 2 years of élevage, Terre de Vins names Ausone, Cheval Blanc and Angélus among the standout 2023 Saint-Émilion properties and comments on the Premiers Grands Crus Classés. It says the uneven vintage offers informed consumers more accessible successes than 2022.
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This Left Bank Bordeaux Rivals the World’s Best Merlots
Arjen Pen’s Marpaout 2022, the first vintage of his Left Bank Bordeaux, held its own alongside Petrus, Masseto, Angélus and Le Macchiole’s Messorio at a private tasting in Dubai in May 2025, according to Robb Report. The wine’s regional allocation then sold out.
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One of the Greatest Oenologists of all Time: Michel Rolland Has Died
Michel Rolland has died; Falstaff describes him as one of the world’s most influential oenologists and one of the greatest oenologists of all time.
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THE EU FAB 6 BRINGS ABRUZZO AND PREMIÈRES CÔTES DE BORDEAUX AND CADILLAC PDO WINES TO UK WINE BARS
The EU Fab 6 is bringing Abruzzo and Premières Côtes de Bordeaux and Cadillac PDO wines to UK wine bars through a series of tastings and masterclasses taking place across the United Kingdom.
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At Elizabeth Gabay MW’s Fine Rosé Day conference, Julian Leidy argues that some rosés can benefit from bottle age and considers how aging potential shapes rosé style.
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Andrew Jefford: Where are we with wine and oak?
Andrew Jefford wrote on March 16, 2026, that he dislikes “oakiness” but has come to relish it as attitudes toward wine and oak influence evolve.
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Bordeaux takes the debate to Paris
Terre de Vins reports on the launch of the Cella Talks in Paris, organized with the Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux. The first discussion will focus on the question: "Bordeaux, crisis or renaissance?"
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La Place de Bordeaux March releases 2026
La Place de Bordeaux’s March 2026 releases include 56 wines, with more than 50 from beyond Bordeaux, 9 new entrants and 5 releases moved from September, including a perfect-scoring first growth.
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Wine investment: Eyes turn to Bordeaux 2016 once more
According to Decanter, Bordeaux’s 2016 vintage has been tipped as a potential buying opportunity nearly 10 years after harvest, as the fine-wine market shows more positive signals.
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Sotheby’s Hong Kong wine retail space gets a facelift
Sotheby’s Hong Kong is set to open a new wine retail space in Landmark Chater, in the city’s Central district, in Q3, targeting wealthy collectors while keeping the exact address and shop size undisclosed.
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AdVini and Cordier by InVivo sign their tie-up
AdVini and Cordier by InVivo signed a memorandum of understanding on March 12, with InVivo acquiring 7.8% of AdVini in exchange for part of its wine assets, including the Café de Paris and Cordier brands. The agreement must be approved by AdVini shareholders on April 30.
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Why Irish whiskey loves sweet and fortified wine casks
Decanter says barrels that held Marsala, Madeira and Sauternes have a special affinity with triple-distilled Irish whiskeys, and lists 6 bottles to try. The feature was published on March 13, 2026.
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Wine Market Journal Reports Bull Market for Rare Wine Accelerating
In Vancouver, Wash., on March 12, 2026, First Growth Technologies said the rare wine market, in bull mode since early 2025, is accelerating, with top Bordeaux, Champagne, white Burgundy and Port up 8-14% over the past 14 months.
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‘Put claret in the fridge?’: Bordeaux’s rebrand triggers backlash from English wine trade
A proposed Bordeaux designation would position claret as a chilled, smashable red aimed at Gen Z drinkers, triggering backlash from the English wine trade.
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Applications open for the Gérard Basset Foundation's 2026 scholarships
The Gérard Basset Foundation and Artémis Domaines opened applications for 2026 scholarships for wine professionals whose careers were disrupted by war or geopolitical conflict. The 2 selected candidates will receive tailored 6-month paid placements at an Artémis estate, with applications open until April 27, 2026.
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5,800 applications for the new vine-pull plan
According to terredevins.com, France received 5,824 applications for subsidies to pull about 27,929 hectares of vines under a new crisis-response plan, with most requests coming from the South-West and Occitanie, including Gironde.
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CULT WINES REPORTS: FINE WINE MARKET RECOVERY CONTINUES THROUGH Q1 2026
Cult Wines says the fine wine market recovery continued through Q1 2026, based on data from its investment and trading platforms. While not Bordeaux-specific, such market signals are important for Bordeaux pricing, trading, and investor sentiment.
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Younan Wine Estates says its Bordeaux properties, including Château Zaya and Château La Croix Younan, received top international wine ratings from major critics.
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Final call: enter The Global Bordeaux Wine Masters 2026
The Drinks Business has issued a final call for entries to The Global Bordeaux Wine Masters 2026, which is open to wines produced within a Bordeaux appellation, including red, white, rosé, sparkling and sweet wines.
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There’s So Much More to Bordeaux Than Bordeaux
According to wineenthusiast.com, Bordeaux and the wider Nouvelle-Aquitaine region have become major tourism destinations beyond wine, with infrastructure contributing to visitor growth.
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APIs driving ‘exponential’ growth in fine wine trading
According to thedrinksbusiness.com, APIs are enabling merchants to connect their inventory with Bordeaux Index’s LiveTrade platform, which has about £40 million in stock, 15,000 products and more than 150,000 listings.
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Shoppers will pay nearly 10% more for sustainable products
Consumers are willing to pay an average of 9.7% more for sustainably produced or sourced goods, according to PwC’s 2024 Voice of the Consumer Survey of more than 20,000 people across 31 countries and territories.
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Château du Tertre partners with Ulysse Cazabonne to launch ‘iconoclastic’ white blend
Château du Tertre and Ulysse Cazabonne launched Alba by Tertre, a white Vin de France from a 2.5-hectare plot in Margaux. The 2024 blend contains 46% Chardonnay, 38% Sauvignon Blanc and 16% Viognier, with a first release of 2500 numbered bottles.
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How Namratha Stanley built a wine label
Namratha Stanley moved to Bordeaux and built her wine label, Solicantus, after overcoming domestic violence and family restrictions. She sources French wines globally from her Bordeaux base.
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How pay-for-performance hollowed out wine distribution
Alfonso Cevola argues that pay-for-performance compensation reshaped wine distribution, sidelined expertise and made much of distributors’ portfolios economically invisible.
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'On the Divine' with Frédéric Engerer
Artémis Domaines has 9 properties, including Château Latour in Bordeaux, under the direction of Frédéric Engerer. The portfolio added Domaine des Cabottes in 2025.
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Bridging Bordeaux and Hollywood: Clarendelle Wines Elevate the Oscars Experience
For the 4th consecutive year, Clarendelle and Domaine Clarence Dillon will serve as official wine partners at the Oscars, including the Governors Ball and Official Oscars Watch Party. Le Dragon de Quintus 2020 will debut at the 98th Oscars ceremony.
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Decanter Fine Wine Index: Which vintages of Château Cheval Blanc offer value for collectors?
On March 5, 2026, Decanter identified good-value options among the 10 most recent vintages of Château Cheval Blanc, using Liv-ex secondary-market prices and Decanter scores.
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Châteaux Fonroque and Mazeyres: a new organization for the Guillard family
The Guillard family has announced a new organization for Château Fonroque (Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé) and Château Mazeyres (Pomerol) to support long-term development. Judith Barat is appointed to lead both properties, while the technical teams remain in place with Alain Moueix continuing as consultant.
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New wave: when wine borrows beer’s codes
Bordeaux négociant Jean-Baptiste Audy launches 'Blanc Nouvelle Vague', a wine-based hybrid packaged and marketed with beer-like codes (33cl bottle, cap, 5.5% ABV). The concept targets less wine-savvy consumers by borrowing craft-beer aesthetics and positioning.
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David v Goliath in 2016 bordeaux
Jancis Robinson reviewed Bordeaux's 2016 vintage at 10 years of age, comparing performances by smaller properties and top châteaux.
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Bordeaux 2023 retasted in bottle: 30 of the finest wines from this excellent vintage
Decanter retasted Bordeaux 2023 wines after bottling and selected 30 standout examples from the excellent vintage.
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