News — Winemaking

French winemakers have been given the green light to change a centuries-old tradition: a new national law passed in late 2025 now permits the addition of sugar (as grape must) to dry wines, a revolutionary step, especially for Bordeaux.

A new international study confirms that European vineyards have been the most affected globally by climate change since 1950, primarily due to extreme temperature increases that are highly challenging for established regions.

LVMH Champagne units are facing further labor disruption as the CGT union called on staff at Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot to participate in protests and potential strike action over year-end bonuses.

Napa Valley's agricultural leaders recently convened to discuss the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data in ensuring the ecological balance and financial return of future harvests.