This Week in Wine: Key Updates and Insights for the Week of March 29, 2026

Hello and welcome to this week’s roundup of intriguing wine stories worth your attention.

• One bottle after another: Can this formerly radical California winery stay relevant? – Explore the journey of Arnot-Roberts as it celebrates 25 years in the business.

• Ancient Grapes Reveal Long History of Modern Wines – A look into the rich history of wine through ancient grape DNA.

• Why Transparency in Wine Matters More Than Ever – Insights into the importance of transparency in the wine industry through a profile of winemaker Pott.

• Michel Rolland, 78, Renowned but Polarizing Global Wine Maven, Dies – Reflecting on the legacy of a significant figure in the wine world following his passing.

• ‘For Japanese wine, you must forget everything you know about wine’ – Discover the unique approach to winemaking in Japan.

• The California wine industry is changing. So why haven’t wine clubs? – This piece raises questions about the stagnation of wine clubs amidst industry evolution.

• Celine Jung: My dream to be Korea’s first female Master Sommelier – Follow the inspiring journey of Celine Jung as she strives to break barriers in the sommelier world.

• Exclusive: Jaboulet’s Domaine de la Chapelle Taps Chiara Pepe of Italy’s Emidio Pepe as Winemaker – A significant appointment in the French winemaking scene.

• Oxygen and wine – but which wine? – Jancis Robinson experiments with how oxygen affects different wines over time.

• Labels, Logistics And Legacy. The New Business Of Old French Wine Families – Understanding the new dynamics at play for traditional French wineries.

• Switzerland’s wine-making president pushes to restrict imports – A discussion on protectionism in the wine industry.

• US menus change as Trump’s tariffs hit wine prices – The impact of tariffs on wine pricing and restaurant offerings across the US.

• Pompeii Study Confirms Roman ‘Wine’ Ritual Previously Known Only From Texts – A fascinating archaeological find related to ancient wine practices.

• Sliding Into Grace – A thoughtful piece reflecting on the timeless traditions surrounding wine.

• The Movendi Health Organization is pushing for an alcohol free society. – Discussing the current trends towards advocating for alcohol-free lifestyles.

• The grubby truth of working as a sommelier – A behind-the-scenes look at the realities of being a sommelier.

Stay tuned for more updates 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!