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news2026-07-05
The Tsar’s lost wines
written by Erika Mantovan Bottles of Champagne, identified as Roederer, discovered on the seabed of the Baltic Sea inside a
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news2026-07-03
Langlois Cremant de Loire Brut Reserve Review
Crisp, delicious and fun to drink, we review the Langlois Cremant de Loire Brut Reserve from the Loire Valley of ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen1 view
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news2026-07-03
Traditional Wine Journalism Is Fading Away
More than a while ago, I started offering some thoughts on the state of wine writing today. In case you haven’t noticed, wine journalism/writing is in peril. Like the wine industry in general, the wine writing world is in a … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist2 views
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news2026-07-03
Exploring the ‘living heritage’ of Château Sainte Marguerite
Driven by the vision and commitment of the Fayard family, Château Sainte Marguerite has become a stand-out producer of quality Provence wines. The post Exploring the ‘living heritage’ of Château Sainte Marguerite appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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news2026-07-02
Clos de Vougeot for Cîteaux Abbey – Act II 148 Leading Burgundy Estates and Wine Houses Confirm Participation as Charity Auction Takes Shape
July 2, 2026 (France) — Following an initial phase dedicated to collecting wine donations, the event has now reached a significant new milestone. With the participation of 148 Burgundy estates [...]
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news2026-07-02
Kirkland Wine Reviews: Value Red Wines from Costco
This is the last (at least for now) in a series of articles reviewing the Kirkland wines from Costco. Previously, I reviewed the sparkling and the white wines available at my local Costco here in Houston, and today I publish … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist1 view
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news2026-07-01
Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne 2015 Review
Veuve Clicquot is one of Champagne’s grandes marques and this a high quality vintage Champagne from the 2015 vintage. 2015 […] The post Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne 2015 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell2 views
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news2026-07-01
Bollinger launches PNAYC21
Bollinger has launched the seventh version of its 100% Pinot Noir series, PNAYC21, the second such wine to come mostly from its home cru of Aÿ, after PNAYC18 - but there the similarities end, writes Giles Fallowfield. The post Bollinger launches PNAYC21 appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Giles Fallowfield1 view
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news2026-07-01
Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks
Though the organic sector overall is growing in France, the official statistics for 2025 show that alcoholic beverages are the only categories shrinking, with two powerhouse regions driving the decline. The post Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband1 view
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news2026-07-01
Indies to receive £250 for Bordeaux Wine Month
Applications to participate in Bordeaux Wine Month this September have opened, with independent wine merchants receiving support to celebrate the best of the region. The post Indies to receive £250 for Bordeaux Wine Month appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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news2026-07-01
Pairing wine with seafood: Expert advice and five perfect matches to try tonight
From golden rules to offbeat suggestions...
by Fiona Sims0 views
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news2026-06-30
WSET: The World’s Leading Wine Qualification Arrives in Beaune
June 30, 2026 (Beaune, France) — The Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne is taking another major step in its international development. Through its Wine School, it is announcing [...]
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news2026-06-30
Ohmygod–Part 8 Dinner
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist1 view
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news2026-06-30
Domaine de Bellene L’Eclos des Abeille 2019 Review
This wine is a Bourgogne Blanc (chardonnay) from top producer Domaine de Bellene and the 2019 vintage. 2019 was a […] The post Domaine de Bellene L’Eclos des Abeille 2019 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
by Sean Mitchell8 views
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news2026-06-29
What We Were Drinking in Korea (More of the Good Stuff)
For anyone who has read a few posts here on this blog, it is not news that my wife is Korean-American. Both of her parents were born in Korea, and they met after they both came to the U.S. to … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist4 views
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news2026-06-29
A newcomer’s guide to visiting Burgundy like a local
Blending in in Burgundy...
by Sara Keene0 views
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news2026-06-29
Forgotten France: The wines born on the fallen mountain of Apremont
Wines of light and air...
by Chris Howard0 views
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news2026-06-29
Winemaker to watch: Hombeline Guyon
A famed Burgundian bloodline continues...
by Natalie Earl0 views
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news2026-06-29
Why Château Corbin is 'an intimate jewel of St-Emilion'
Down-to-earth and delicious...
by Elin McCoy0 views
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news2026-06-26
Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France
Paris again banned public drinking this weekend in response to the record-breaking heatwave engulfing parts of Europe. First responders and hospitals are already fighting a weather-induced influx of patients, Paris police chief Patrice Faure says, and the drinking ban is a move to prevent further hospitalizations, according to The New York Times. The ban on drinking takeaway alcohol in public began at noon Central Europe Time today and will end at 7 a.m. tomorrow morning. It will be in place for the same timeframe from Saturday to Sunday. The article Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley0 views
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news2026-06-24
La Grande Bleue & Oceana: One Year of Commitment & Concrete Action to Protect the Oceans
One year after the launch of La Grande Bleue and the announcement of its partnership with the international NGO Oceana, Gérard Bertrand is pleased to share a highly encouraging first-year [...]
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news2026-06-23
Specially Selected Touraine Sauvignon Blanc Review
Grassy and herbal, we review the 2024 Specially Selected Touraine Sauvignon Blanc from Aldi. Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine, Loire Valley, ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen2 views
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news2026-06-23
Ohmygod–Part 7 Do We Have to Eat?
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist2 views
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news2026-06-23
France bans alcohol at festivals as heatwave grips wine regions
French authorities have banned alcohol consumption at state-organised events and in public spaces across parts of the country as temperatures climb towards 42°C during a record heatwave. The post France bans alcohol at festivals as heatwave grips wine regions appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by James Bayley2 views
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The Tsar’s lost wines

Langlois Cremant de Loire Brut Reserve Review

Traditional Wine Journalism Is Fading Away

Exploring the ‘living heritage’ of Château Sainte Marguerite

Clos de Vougeot for Cîteaux Abbey – Act II 148 Leading Burgundy Estates and Wine Houses Confirm Participation as Charity Auction Takes Shape

Kirkland Wine Reviews: Value Red Wines from Costco

Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne 2015 Review

Bollinger launches PNAYC21

Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks

Indies to receive £250 for Bordeaux Wine Month

Pairing wine with seafood: Expert advice and five perfect matches to try tonight

WSET: The World’s Leading Wine Qualification Arrives in Beaune

Ohmygod–Part 8 Dinner

Domaine de Bellene L’Eclos des Abeille 2019 Review

What We Were Drinking in Korea (More of the Good Stuff)

A newcomer’s guide to visiting Burgundy like a local

Forgotten France: The wines born on the fallen mountain of Apremont

Winemaker to watch: Hombeline Guyon

Why Château Corbin is 'an intimate jewel of St-Emilion'

Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France

La Grande Bleue & Oceana: One Year of Commitment & Concrete Action to Protect the Oceans

Specially Selected Touraine Sauvignon Blanc Review

Ohmygod–Part 7 Do We Have to Eat?

France bans alcohol at festivals as heatwave grips wine regions