Edition of July 16, 2026

Tariffs: the EU seeks exemptions for its wines and cheeses.

The EU is asking Washington for targeted exemptions on wines, cheeses and olive oils after a 15% tariff linked to the Turnberry agreement. The measures are squeezing margins in the key US market and could hurt major European export sectors, including Bordeaux wine.

Source: latribune.fr Trade and Tariffs

France’s 500 biggest fortunes in 2026: who are the South-West representatives in the Challenges ranking?

Challenges published its 2026 ranking of France’s 500 biggest professional fortunes, including South-West vineyard owners. Patrice Pichet, who owns château Les Carmes de Haut-Brion in the Graves, ranked among France’s 100 biggest professional fortunes, according to Challenges.

Source: sudouest.fr Château Haut-Brion Graves Estates and People

Blistering Heat in France Threatens Wine Harvest

Extreme heat in France is threatening the wine harvest.

Source: bundle.app The Vintage

Sotheby’s Is Auctioning Off Exclusive Access and Experiences Amid a Softer Wine Market

Sotheby’s is organizing wine tastings and vineyard tours for a new generation of buyers as the fine-wine market softens and younger consumers increasingly seek experiences and want to drink wines sooner.

Source: us.headtopics.com Critics and ScoresThe New Bordeaux