Edition of June 24, 2026

Sheep Help a Bordeaux Vineyard Raise Soil Temperatures by 2°C

According to Château Clarke, winter sheep grazing raised soil temperatures by about 2°C this year at its 54-hectare Cru Bourgeois estate in Listrac-Médoc, helping reduce frost risk for young buds.

Source: Vinetur Château Clarke Listrac-MédocMédoc Vineyard and CellarThe Vintage

French wine expert says Nova Scotia has all the winning ingredients for a world-class destination

French wine economist Badet said Nova Scotia has the ingredients to become a world-class wine and tourism destination after spending a week visiting its wineries and vineyards.

Source: saltwire.com Visiting Bordeaux

5 (Very) Good Reasons to Go to Périgord Attitude

Périgord Attitude returns to Bordeaux on June 25 at the Bien Public, featuring Bergerac-Duras wines and food producers from Périgord.

Source: terredevins.com

France bans alcohol at festivals as heatwave grips wine regions

France temporarily banned alcohol consumption at some state-organized events and in certain public spaces as a severe heatwave pushed temperatures toward 42°C.

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com The VintageRules and Classifications