Edition of May 7, 2026

Bordeaux unveils modernisation drive

Bordeaux, via the CIVB, has presented a modernization update centered on sustainability, innovation and new wine styles. The program also includes UK market activity as the region seeks to align with changing consumer preferences.

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com Vineyard and Cellar

Bordeaux Gains Ground in Fine-Wine Auctions

On May 6, 2026, iDealwine reported 2025 sales of €42.4 million, up 9%, and a 19% rise in bottles sold; Bordeaux accounted for 105,274 auctioned bottles, about 1 in 3 traded through the platform, according to Vinetur.

Source: Vinetur The Fine Wine Market

Bordeaux Guide 2026: Get the inside track on this famous region

Decanter published its Bordeaux Guide 2026 on May 7, 2026, featuring advice on finding great-value wines, a reassessment of the 2016 vintage and travel tips for the region.

Source: Decanter The Vintage

Bordeaux 2025: The region's exciting exploration of top dry whites continues

Bordeaux’s 2025 dry white wines often showed freshness, aromatic clarity and better balance than expected in a hot, dry year, with early harvesting helping preserve acidity and moderate alcohol, according to Decanter.

Source: decanter.com The New Bordeaux

Bordeaux wine crisis: a scheme unique in France to restructure the vineyard

The State, Safer and Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine signed an agreement to create the Foncière d'avenir en Gironde by the end of 2026 to buy distressed vineyard land, convert it and resell it for other crops, according to Sud Ouest.

Source: Sud Ouest The Crisis