This Week in Wine: Updates and Insights – March 8, 2026

Hello and welcome to this week’s roundup of intriguing wine stories found online. Each week, I scour the internet for noteworthy publications about wine that I believe are worth sharing with you.

• A New Perspective on Italian Wine
  In his final column for Wine Spectator, Robert Camuto shares insights on Italian wine.

• A Door Closes. More Open.
  Camuto reflects on his best moments from his columns.

• Just Say “Le Domaine.”
  A heartfelt piece by Meg Maker.

• The New California Wine Region You Should Know
  Eric Asimov provides insights into the San Luis Obispo region.

• Uruguay is the Cow Capital Every Serious Wine Collector Is Overlooking
  A look at the hidden gem of Uruguay in the wine world.

• Terroir Terror in the Loire
  Exploring complex appellation rules in the Loire Valley.

• Jason Millar: How Italy’s Red Wines Are Adapting to a Changing Market
  An analysis of how Italian winemakers are evolving.

• Canada’s Only ‘Desert’ Is Also One of Its Most Exciting Wine Regions—Here’s How to Explore It
  Discover the wonders of Osoyoos.

• What You Want It To Be
  Reflections on scholarship and wine.

• One Last Drink with Esther
  A farewell to Esther Mobley, after a decade at the SF Chronicle.

• The Moments that Defined California Wine Over the Last 10 Years
  Mobley’s final column looks back on a decade of change.

• Wine Harks Back to the USSR
  Examining the effects of consolidation in the wine industry.

• Viticulture is at a Crossroads – But Are New Varieties Really Welcome?
  Jamie Goode discusses the acceptance of hybrid grape varieties.

• Ted Seghesio Goes Back to the Cellar
  A look at Seghesio’s latest venture.

• How Alleged California Grocery Store Wine Bribery Scheme Worked
  A breakdown of a scandal that’s been on the rise.

• Napa Winery Salesman Among Six Indicted in Alleged Bribery Scheme
  Details on the local angle of the bribery case.

• I’m From the East Coast and This Is the Best Wine Region in New York—With Access to 11 Glacial Lakes and 140 Wineries
  A spotlight on the Finger Lakes region.

• Wine Struggles to Recruit New Consumers
  Exploring challenges in attracting new wine drinkers.

• This Was the Open That Bottle Night We Needed
  A reflection on recent wine events.

• Zinfandel – The Beauty of Age
  Jancis Robinson examines the allure of old vines.

• One Singular Sensation
  Lettie reflects on her experiences with Vernatsch.

Explore these stories to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the wine world!

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!