Edition of July 13, 2026

Making bordeaux better

The ISVV is transferring its research and expertise to Bordeaux châteaux, supporting practical improvements in winemaking and viticulture.

Source: jancisrobinson.com Vineyard and Cellar

Les Domaines de Moncets moves into Pessac-Léognan for the first time

Les Domaines de Moncets acquired Château Pontac Monplaisir in Pessac-Léognan, expanding to 5 properties totaling 56 hectares. The 16-hectare estate has historic links to the family that owned Haut-Brion.

Source: terredevins.com Château Haut-BrionChâteau MoncetsChâteau Pontac Monplaisir Pessac-Léognan Estates and PeopleHistory and Archives

Meet the CEO Bringing New Flair to the Historic Château Angélus Bordeaux Estate

de Boüard-Rivoal is the first woman in 8 generations to lead Château Angelus in Saint-Émilion. As managing director, she leads a team of 170 people.

Source: us.headtopics.com Château Angélus Saint-Émilion Estates and PeopleHistory and Archives

Pessac-Léognan in All Its Diversity

A June 23 event focused on Pessac-Léognan brought together selected estates advised by Vignerons Consultants for conferences and geo-sensory tastings. The sessions examined the appellation’s diversity, history, practices and terroir influence across recent vintages.

Source: terredevins.com Pessac-Léognan The VintageVineyard and Cellar

Several Reasons Why Bordeaux 2025 Will Be the Next Great Vintage - Prestige Online

According to Prestige Online, Bordeaux 2025 could be the next great vintage.

Source: Singapore The Vintage

Nature and viticulture on the doorstep of Bordeaux

Château La Garde in Martillac offers oenotourism experiences across 54 hectares of preserved nature, with its 1732 chartreuse and recently renovated facilities under Maison Dourthe.

Source: terredevins.com Château La Garde Vineyard and CellarVisiting Bordeaux