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Trade and Tariffs
Tariffs, trade deals and export markets, from Washington to Beijing, and what they do to a bottle of claret.
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UK buyers deliver their verdict on new Bordeaux clarets
UK Bordeaux Claret importers debated the new Claret classification with the Bordeaux et Bordeaux Supérieur Wine Union at an event hosted by The Buyer. The discussion addressed how to introduce the classification to the UK market while protecting existing Bordeaux Claret business.
Buyer reactions reveal whether Bordeaux’s current mix of style, positioning and price is connecting with a crucial export market.
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Red Bordeaux posted a 19% export value slump in early 2026
Red Bordeaux export value fell 19% and export volume dropped 8% from January through April 2026, according to Nomisma Wine Monitor data reported by Wine-Searcher. The average value earned per unit shipped declined by about 12%.
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Red Bordeaux recorded a 19% drop in export value at the start of 2026.
According to Nomisma Wine Monitor data cited by Wine-Searcher, red Bordeaux export value fell 19% from January through April 2026, while export volume declined 8% and the average value per unit dropped about 12%.
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Chevalier du Grand Robert (CGR) Named #1 Bordeaux Wine Brand in the United States
Chevalier du Grand Robert was ranked the #1 Bordeaux wine brand in the United States by Nielsen for the 52-week period ending May 23, 2026, based on dollars and cases.
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France’s wildfires put Bordeaux wine country under even more stress
Wildfires are adding pressure to Bordeaux wine country as producers face U.S. tariffs and falling consumption, while damage to tourism threatens one of the few still-growing parts of the Bordeaux wine business.
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Bordeaux's Wine Industry Faces Climate and Economic Wake-Up Call
Drought and heatwaves are straining vineyards near Bordeaux, where producers face one of the earliest harvests on record, water scarcity and falling consumption and export demand. Thomas Duroux of Chateau Palmer called the conditions a wake-up call.
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What the Supreme Court’s Ruling on Roundup Means for Wine (and the World)
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 7-2 ruling favoring Bayer/Monsanto in Roundup litigation, a decision tied to glyphosate regulation and legal risk for wine, according to Wine Enthusiast.
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Empson USA Expands Its Fine Wine Portfolio with Prestigious Family-Owned Estates from France
Empson USA announced on July 16, 2026, that it was expanding its fine-wine portfolio with family-owned French estates including Château Kirwan, Château Malescasse, Château Franc Mayne, Maison de la Chapelle and Champagne Gérin & Fils.
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Tariffs: the EU seeks exemptions from Washington for its wines and cheeses
The European Union formally asked the United States to exempt wines and some cheeses from its current 15% import tariffs on European products.
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Wine: “Bordeaux must be respected!” Mouton Cadet is bouncing back
Bordeaux brand Mouton Cadet says its performance is improving in France and export markets. The company plans to launch a new grower-focused cuvée in September.
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Crémant de Bordeaux bucks Bordeaux’s downward export trend in 2025
Crémant de Bordeaux exports rose 35% in 2025 to 622,222 9-liter cases, according to the CIVB. Shipments to Germany increased 66% by volume, while Bordeaux’s overall shipment volume fell 8% in the 12 months to the end of February.
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Maison Sichel: ‘Brexit has been an opportunity’
Maison Sichel says Brexit created commercial opportunities in the UK market, including in trading conditions and bottle sales to British consumers.
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Bordeaux and Hong Kong toast a 5-year future
The Bordeaux Wine Council and Hong Kong Tourism Board signed a 5-year Memorandum of Understanding to expand cooperation on wine and food tourism. Hong Kong is Bordeaux’s third-largest export market globally by value.
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Trump Deploys His Most Familiar Trade Weapon Against France: A 100% Wine Tariff for a Digital Tax
Donald Trump threatened 100% tariffs on all French wines and Champagne over France's digital services tax at the G7 summit in Évian. The move revives a major trade risk for French exporters, including Bordeaux producers and merchants.
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Once again: Trump threatens French wine with a 100% customs tariff
Donald Trump threatened a 100% tariff on French wine if France does not remove its digital services tax, according to Terre de Vins.
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European wines are already arriving up to 10% cheaper in Brazil thanks to the Mercosur-EU agreement
European wines are arriving in Brazil as the Mercosur-EU agreement cuts import taxes from 27% to 24%, while prices are expected to fall by up to 10% as stocks are replaced. Bordeaux reds are among the wines competing for Brazilian consumers.
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Bordeaux Prices Tumble in the US
According to Wine-Searcher, Bordeaux prices are falling in the US market.
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China’s Bordeaux Buyers Are Still Buying, Just Not the Way They Used To
Chinese buyers continue purchasing Bordeaux, but e-commerce giants, discounted back vintages and younger drinkers are challenging the traditional En Primeur model in China, according to Vino Joy News.
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End of golden era for Chinese investors in Bordeaux wine
According to Digital Journal, the golden era of Chinese investment in Bordeaux wine has ended.
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Chevalier du Grand Robert (CGR) Named #1 Bordeaux Wine Brand in the United States
According to EIN News, Chevalier du Grand Robert was named the number one Bordeaux wine brand in the United States.
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Hong Kong and Bordeaux raise a glass to wine and dine partnership
Hong Kong and Bordeaux have formed a partnership centered on wine and dining, according to Meetings & Conventions Asia.
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Hong Kong Bordeaux wine tourism partnership
Travel And Tour World lists no news under the tag “Hong Kong Bordeaux wine tourism partnership.”
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Hong Kong Deepens Ties With Bordeaux
The Hong Kong Tourism Board and the CIVB signed a memorandum of understanding at a ceremony in Bordeaux. HKTB Executive Director Anthony Lau and CIVB Vice President Philippe Tapie signed the agreement.
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A French merchant lists bottles of Château Margaux from 1948 to 1998
On May 19, 2026, French wine merchant SoDivin said it had Château Margaux bottles from 1948 to 1998 in stock and available for immediate shipping.
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Bordeaux accelerates its shift in wine
Bordeaux is expanding lighter wine styles, sustainability measures and its push into the British market as the region marks 90 years as an AOC. Crémant de Bordeaux production has quadrupled over the past decade, with 2025 exports reaching 56,000 hectoliters.
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Why Bordeaux Is Winning Over Younger Wine Drinkers
According to Robb Report, restaurants in the United States are doing a booming business selling Bordeaux, especially to younger customers, as some shift from $600 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon bottles to more accessible Bordeaux wines.
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What’s Next for the Wine Importer Who Took Down the Trump Tariffs at the Supreme Court?
Wine importer Victor Schwartz challenged Trump-era import tariffs at the Supreme Court. The tariffs disrupted the wider wine import business.
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‘A handshake and a shared vision’: Prince Robert of Luxembourg on ASC partnership
Prince Robert of Luxembourg discussed Domaine Clarence Dillon’s 20-year presence in China and its strengthened partnership with ASC Fine Wines.
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Why Michel Rolland became one of the most influential names in wine
According to NSC Total, French winemaker Michel Rolland died at 78 on March 20, 2026, in Bordeaux, France. Known for concentrated wines with silky texture, soft tannins and high alcohol, he helped spread his style through consulting in Argentina, the United States and Brazil.
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THE EU FAB 6 BRINGS ABRUZZO AND PREMIÈRES CÔTES DE BORDEAUX AND CADILLAC PDO WINES TO UK WINE BARS
The EU Fab 6 is bringing Abruzzo and Premières Côtes de Bordeaux and Cadillac PDO wines to UK wine bars through a series of tastings and masterclasses taking place across the United Kingdom.
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Sotheby’s Hong Kong wine retail space gets a facelift
Sotheby’s Hong Kong is set to open a new wine retail space in Landmark Chater, in the city’s Central district, in Q3, targeting wealthy collectors while keeping the exact address and shop size undisclosed.
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How Wine and Spirits Got Stuck in the Middle of a Global Trade War
According to wineenthusiast.com, 8 years of shifting tariffs and trade policies have disrupted wine and spirits, raising U.S. import costs and creating uncertainty for producers, importers and retailers.
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€40 million to support French viticulture
The EU Agriculture Commissioner highlighted a €40m support measure for French winegrowers amid pressures from geopolitics and tariffs affecting exports. The announcement comes ahead of a visit to the Salon de l’Agriculture.
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Tariffs: Europe to suspend the trade agreement with the United States after Donald Trump setback
Following new US tariff hikes announced by Donald Trump, the EU plans to suspend its trade agreement with the United States. The move signals a potential escalation that could disrupt transatlantic trade flows, including wine imports and exports.
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Macron defends removing vineyards to tackle France’s wine crisis
President Emmanuel Macron said some vineyards will need to be removed to address France’s wine crisis driven by oversupply, falling demand, competition, and export difficulties. He discussed potential measures during a visit to the Wine Paris fair.
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Trade war drags down wine and spirits exports
French wine and spirits exports fell 8% in value in 2025 amid geopolitical and trade tensions. New US tariffs and rising trade barriers are highlighted as major drivers of the downturn.
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Wine Paris 2026: Geopolitical shocks hit Bordeaux and Cognac
Bordeaux and Cognac exports fell again in 2025 as geopolitical disruptions hit the US and Chinese markets.
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Macron backs ripping up vines as French wine sales dive
French President Emmanuel Macron said uprooting unprofitable grape vines is necessary to revive France’s struggling wine sector. A €130-million government fund offers subsidies to owners who remove loss-making vines, particularly in areas such as Bordeaux and Languedoc.
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What does the EU-India trade deal mean for wine?
The EU and India signed a trade deal in Delhi that will cut tariffs on EU wine from 150% to 20% for premium wines and 30% for mid-range wines when it takes effect.
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India is thirsty for European wine: why everything will change after 20 years of waiting
After 20 years of negotiations, the EU and India have reached a major free-trade agreement aimed at reducing tariff barriers. The deal is expected to reshape access for European wines in India, with implications for French regions including Bordeaux.
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200% wine tariff threat could ‘freeze commerce’ and accelerate US job losses
The US Wine Trade Alliance warned that reported threats of 200% tariffs on French wine and champagne, alongside an additional 10% tariff threat, could freeze commerce and accelerate job losses in the American wine sector.
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How a 200% tariff on French wine could impact the US market
Decanter analyzes a threatened 200% US tariff on French wine, which it says would largely wipe French bottled wine from the US market and raise retail prices. It sets out the knock-on effects for restaurants and Champagne, and heavy revenue pressure on French producers.
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‘We prefer respect to bullies’: Macron hits back at Trump tariff threat
French President Emmanuel Macron responds to Donald Trump’s threat of new tariffs, warning against bullying and stressing respect in trade relations. The dispute raises renewed concern for EU wine exports, including Bordeaux, if US duties are imposed.
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Trump threatens 200% tariffs on French wine and Champagne over Board of Peace snub
On January 19, US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs of up to 200% on French wine and Champagne after France indicated it would decline an invitation to join his Board of Peace initiative.
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EU warns of decade-long wine downturn
The EU is warning that the wine sector could face a prolonged downturn lasting up to a decade, citing structural demand weakness and market pressures. The outlook implies continued challenges for major producing regions and their exports, including Bordeaux.
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“Koreans Are Very Fond of Bordeaux Grands Crus”
On November 6, 2025, 35-year-old Seoul sommelier and influencer Yanis Alexandre Feral said Koreans are very fond of Bordeaux Grands Crus. He introduces them to food and wine pairings and Bordeaux Grands Crus through his YouTube channel, Wine_Story.
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