Edition of August 31, 2026

Extreme 42°C heat forces French winery to irrigate grapes in Bordeaux

A French winery in Bordeaux irrigated its grapes after temperatures reached 42°C.

Source: bol.uol.com.br The VintageVineyard and Cellar

How a Broken-Down Château Became a Bordeaux Icon

A formerly dilapidated château became a Bordeaux wine icon, according to Wine-Searcher.

Source: wine-searcher.com Estates and People

Jérémy Cukierman takes the helm at Cos d’Estournel

Jérémy Cukierman has been appointed general manager of Château Cos d’Estournel in Saint-Estèphe, a role left vacant since Aymeric de Gironde departed in 2017. The estate announced the appointment during the 2026 harvest.

Source: terredevins.com Château Cos d’Estournel Saint-Estèphe The VintageEstates and People

Vignerons AVenir: a collective of regional value

Vignerons AVenir connects Bordeaux properties in difficulty with emblematic estates to support their projects. The collective's first 2025 promotion included 4 winegrowers, each supported by one of its 4 founding properties.

Source: terredevins.com The New Bordeaux

Despite the devastating fires: Bordeaux remains a paradise for wine lovers

Bordeaux faced unprecedented wildfires for weeks in July, with thousands of hectares devastated, while St. Émilion remains a destination for wine lovers, according to Berliner Zeitung.

Source: berliner-zeitung.de Saint-Émilion The Vintage