This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for the Week of November 9, 2025

Hello and welcome to this week’s roundup of intriguing wine-related stories from around the web. Below, find highlights that caught my attention, serving as a snapshot of what’s happening in the wine world.

• How the wine world’s most sought-after ‘rock’ star transformed one California vineyard
  Discover the magic of Pedro Parra and his impactful work on a California vineyard.

• Days of wine and noses: the life of a critic
  An insightful look into the life of a wine critic.

• California winemaker behind America’s most popular Chardonnay and the rise of unheralded region dies
  A tribute to Jed Steele and his contributions to California winemaking.

• Is Older Better? The Great Vine Debate
  Reflections from the Old Vine Conference addressing the nuances of old vines.

• Heavy Drinking Is Tied to Worse Strokes, Study Finds
  A warning about the health implications of excessive drinking.

• Laura Catena Is an ER Doctor and Vintner Making the Case for Wine in a Healthy Life
  An exploration of Laura Catena’s dual career in medicine and winemaking.

• How Aldo Sohm Became One of the Greatest Sommeliers in the World
  A profile on Aldo Sohm’s illustrious journey as a sommelier.

• Wine Importer Fights White House at U.S. Supreme Court
  An overview of a significant legal battle concerning wine importation.

• Joel Peterson: The Godfather of Zinfandel Reflects on Leadership and Legacy
  Joel Peterson shares insights on Zinfandel and his impact on the wine industry.

• Fine Wine’s Bleak Political Outlook
  A discussion on the challenges facing fine wines in the current political climate.

These links and stories encapsulate the current vibrations in the wine world, offering a mix of reflections, profiles, and insights. I hope you find them as engaging as I did!

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!