Edition of April 13, 2026

Bordeaux vineyard: has the 'all-AOC' system reached its limits?

The Gironde Chamber of Agriculture called for higher vineyard productivity and the development of non-AOC wines in its Viticulture Cap 2030 report, which sets out 35 proposals for the sector.

Source: Sud Ouest Vineyard and Cellar

Castel fires up Baron de Lestac for the 40th anniversary of its first Bordeaux wine

Castel marks the 40th anniversary of Baron de Lestac, its first Bordeaux wine.

Source: Vitisphere History and Archives

The Most Wanted Bordeaux of 2026

Wine-Searcher named the most sought-after Bordeaux wines for 2026.

Source: wine-searcher.com The Fine Wine Market

Bordeaux 2025 vintage profile: Quality over quantity

Bordeaux’s 2025 vintage was the smallest by total production since 1991 and the second consecutive year to set that record, according to The Drinks Business. The publication describes the vintage as potentially exceptional despite its low volume.

Source: The Drinks Business The Vintage

Challenge Millésime BIO: 2 Bordeaux white favorites of Xavier Thuizat (sponsored)

At Challenge Millésime BIO 2026, sommelier Xavier Thuizat selected 2 Bordeaux white wines from Château Guiraud among the medal-winning entries. Château Guiraud became the first Premier 1er Grand Cru Classé of 1855 to receive organic certification, in 2011.

Source: terredevins.com Château Guiraud Rules and ClassificationsCritics and Scores