Edition of September 4, 2026

Peter Dean on 32 new wines that offer a fresh look at Bordeaux

Peter Dean selected 32 modern Bordeaux wines spanning different colors, styles and appellations, with value and drinkability as priorities.

Source: The Buyer Wines to BuyCritics and Scores

Looking back at the first Odyssey of the Two Banks

Vignobles de l’Estuaire held its first Odyssée des deux rives tasting on Île de Patiras for local wine influencers and trade prescribers. Around forty growers presented red and white wines from Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, Côtes de Bourg, Médoc and Haut-Médoc.

Source: terredevins.com Blaye Côtes de BordeauxCôtes de BourgHaut-MédocMédoc Critics and ScoresThe New Bordeaux

The New Faces of the Bordeaux Reds

According to Foodepedia, Bordeaux reds are being made in fresher, brighter and more versatile styles, including fruit-forward, single-varietal, organic, biodynamic and lighter wines.

Source: Foodepedia The New BordeauxVineyard and Cellar

Bordeaux fire myths debunked

Fires in Gironde scorched 42,000 hectares by July 30, while producers and trade associations indicated that the impact on Bordeaux's 2026 vintage was less grave than widely suggested, according to The Drinks Business.

Source: The Drinks Business The Vintage