This Week in Wine: Highlights and Insights for the Week of December 1, 2024

Hello and welcome to this week’s selection of intriguing wine stories from across the web. If you’re not familiar with my regular updates on Flipboard, here’s a curated list of noteworthy pieces for your consideration.

• The 2024 Eye-Roller’s Guide to the Wine Enthusiast Holiday Catalog: A humorous take on the items you can skip this holiday season.

• Vineyard Worker Abuse on the Rise in Bordeaux: Highlighting an urgent issue in the vineyard industry.

• Evelyne de Pontbriand, Champion of Biodynamic Winemaking, Dies at 73: Remembering a pioneering figure in biodynamic winemaking.

• The Ultimate Guide to the UK’s Sovereign Wine Fund: Examining the benefits allocated to certain politicians in the wine industry.

• The Science of Petrol Aromas in Wine: Jim Clarke sheds light on this intriguing wine characteristic.

• Napa’s 2023 Vintage: A Turning Point for the Valley?: A thoughtful exploration of what defines "great" wine.

• Reasons to Be Grateful: A reflective piece on the wines that have brought joy this year.

• Alcohol Brands Tap the Art World to Woo Younger Drinkers: Exploring how art is used to engage a younger audience.

• In Praise of Alsace’s Dry Rieslings: A commendation of these often underrated wines.

• Temecula’s Wine Country Hits Baby Boomer Skid: Discussing the generational shifts impacting vineyard ownership.

• Should France’s Wine Industry Fear a New Trump Tariff?: An analysis of the potential economic impacts on the French wine market.

• The Oldest Wine in Europe Has Been Discovered in Greece: Unveiling ancient historical treasures.

• Trader Joe’s Suing NYC Wine Shop: A legal dispute that unfolds during the holiday season.

• Global Wine Production Falls to Lowest Level Since 1961: The ripple effects of declining production amidst dwindling demand.

Stay tuned for another round-up of wine stories next week!

About the Author: Chris Lehoux

Meet Chris Lehoux, an experienced wine connoisseur and dedicated blogger with a deep passion for all things wine-related. With years of expertise in the industry, Chris shares insightful wine reviews, valuable wine tasting tips, expert pairing advice, and captivating tales of vineyard visits. Join Chris on a journey through the world of wine, where every sip is an adventure waiting to be savored!