Edition of April 29, 2026

Bordeaux En Primeurs 2025: the milestone of the "new Bordeaux"

Falstaff describes Bordeaux En Primeurs 2025 as a milestone for the “new Bordeaux.”

Source: falstaff.com En Primeur and La Place

Bordeaux 2025 en primeur: Everything you need to know with Decanter's expert insights

Decanter will release hundreds of exclusive tasting notes on Bordeaux 2025 wines on May 1, alongside analysis of the promising vintage and difficult market conditions. Top châteaux from Pauillac to Pomerol are preparing en primeur offers.

Source: decanter.com PauillacPomerol En Primeur and La PlaceThe Vintage

Bordeaux 2025, an overview

According to Jancis Robinson, Bordeaux's 2025 vintage was a pleasantly surprising outcome after a hot, rapid growing season.

Source: jancisrobinson.com The VintageCritics and Scores

Bordeaux 2025: first releases expected today

The first Bordeaux 2025 releases are expected today, according to The Drinks Business.

Source: The Drinks Business En Primeur and La Place

Pontet Canet releases 2025 en primeur with ‘symbolically’ significant reduction

The 2025 Bordeaux en primeur campaign has begun with Pontet-Canet releasing at €58 ex-négociant per bottle, down from €60 for the 2024 release. Merchants and commentators described the move as a strong and symbolically important start to the campaign.

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com Château Pontet-Canet En Primeur and La Place

Bordeaux plans a land fund against the fall in vineyard prices

On April 27, 2026, Bordeaux was planning a land fund to buy distressed vineyard land, support growers and make room for more diversified farming. The plan was expected to be finalized in early May.

Source: vinetur.com The Crisis