Edition of June 16, 2026

Fine wines: why the en primeur market is still stalled

The 2025 vintage sold very poorly en primeur, after weak campaigns for 2023 and 2024, and the Bordeaux system is still struggling to attract buyers.

Source: sudouest.fr The VintageEn Primeur and La Place

Château Petit-Village unveils its new relationship with La Place de Bordeaux

Château Petit-Village has unveiled a new relationship with La Place de Bordeaux, alongside changes including the arrival of new general director Lauren Laudrin.

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com Château Petit-Village En Primeur and La Place

Bordeaux wines: Haux's Goguette cocktails are gaining momentum

Château Lamothe in Haux launched Goguette, a line of wine-based ready-to-drink cocktails led by Valentine Chombard, and has found commercial success.

Source: sudouest.fr Château Lamothe de Haux The New Bordeaux

Trump Deploys His Most Familiar Trade Weapon Against France: A 100% Wine Tariff for a Digital Tax

Donald Trump threatened 100% tariffs on all French wines and Champagne over France's digital services tax at the G7 summit in Évian. The move revives a major trade risk for French exporters, including Bordeaux producers and merchants.

Source: easternherald.com Trade and Tariffs

The future of wine depends on culture

The future of wine depends on culture.

Source: jancisrobinson.com

Why Bergerac should be your next wine travel destination

Bergerac in southwest France spans 10,500ha and includes 7 sub-zones covering 10 APs; roughly 35% of its vineyards are certified organic, according to Decanter.

Source: decanter.com Vineyard and Cellar