Edition of July 2, 2026

Economic radar - White Bordeaux? Traditional French wine region adapts to respond to a historic crisis

Bordeaux is adapting to a historic crisis by turning more attention to white wine.

Source: RFI History and ArchivesThe Crisis

Liv-ex says Bordeaux 2025 still offers a buying opportunity

Liv-ex said the Bordeaux 2025 en primeur campaign ended with mixed results, weak overall sales and selective demand, but that the vintage may still be a reasonable buying opportunity at the right prices.

Source: Vinetur En Primeur and La PlaceThe Vintage

Sideways in the Médoc

Château Lagrange in Saint-Julien offers private visits, tastings, cooking classes and vineyard tours from €30, while the September 2026 Marathon du Médoc will hold its 40th edition across 42 kilometers and 195 meters.

Source: terredevins.com Château Lagrange MédocSaint-Julien Critics and ScoresVisiting Bordeaux

Madame returns to the Commanderie de Bordeaux in Geneva

Madame May de Lencquesaing of Glenelly attended a tasting in her honor at the Commanderie de Bordeaux Suisse Romande in Geneva last month, continuing a relationship spanning more than 4 decades.

Source: wine.co.za Critics and Scores

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 and helped protect young vine buds from spring frost at the 54-hectare estate in Listrac-Médoc.

Source: Vinetur Château Clarke Listrac-MédocMédoc The VintageVineyard and Cellar

Bolt launches "Bolt Vineyards" to "make it easier" to discover the Bordeaux vineyard

Bolt launched Bolt Vineyards to make it easier to discover the Bordeaux vineyard.

Source: tourmag.com Visiting Bordeaux