Edition of July 8, 2026

Bordeaux: négociant Philippe Tapie joins Bernard Farges at the head of the CIVB

Bordeaux's wine trade body, the CIVB, has adopted a permanent co-presidency, ending the previous alternation between growers and merchants. Négociant Philippe Tapie was elected to serve alongside grower Bernard Farges until 2028.

Source: terredevins.com En Primeur and La PlaceEstates and People

Could cocktails save Sauternes?

Sauternes vineyard prices fell by more than 90% from 1991 to 2023, according to Agreste/SAFER data. Château d’Arche is promoting its sweet wines in cocktails, including through a masterclass and cocktail week at Nektar in Bordeaux last October.

Source: thedrinksbusiness.com Château d’Arche Sauternes The CrisisThe New Bordeaux

Bucolic walks in Entre-deux-Mers

Entre-deux-Mers offers vineyard walks, sports and château visits, including organic, family-friendly activities at Château du Payre, which has welcomed visitors since 1881. Its “Pur jus de raisin” workshop lets participants harvest, press and taste grapes.

Source: terredevins.com Château Payre Entre-deux-Mers The VintageEstates and People

Château Lafleur irrigates the vines early as the heatwave in Bordeaux puts appellation rules to the test

Château Lafleur began irrigating its vines in early June at Pomerol before any official authorization, as a Bordeaux heatwave pushed temperatures near 104°F, according to Vinetur.

Source: Vinetur Château Lafleur Pomerol The VintageRules and Classifications

Drought shrivels French wine harvest prospects

Drought and extreme summer heat are stunting grape growth across French wine regions, including Bordeaux, raising concerns about a smaller crop and one of the earliest harvests on record, according to Reuters.

Source: reuters.com The Vintage

Verallia Ecova Bordeaux, Wine bottle range relies on recycled material

Verallia’s Ecova Bordeaux bottle range relies on recycled material, with increased use of recycled glass in Bordeaux-format wine bottles.

Source: ad-hoc-news.de