This Week in Wine: Must-Read Updates for the Week of May 4, 2026

Hello and welcome to this week’s selection of notable wine stories from around the web. Below is a collection of articles that you may find intriguing.

• Burgundian Pinots from outside Burgundy – Jancis Robinson explores the various Pinot Noir wines crafted outside the iconic Burgundy region.

• The Bare Canvas – A thought-provoking piece that ponders whether wine can be considered a form of art.

• California’s 40,000-acre question: What happens when vineyards disappear? – An analysis of the impact of vineyard loss in Mendocino County.

• France to uproot 28,000 hectares of vines – A discussion on the significant challenges facing French vineyards amid declining demand and climate pressures.

• Uruguay declares wine a living culture in landmark policy move – Uruguay formalizes the cultural significance of wine with new civic recognition.

• Inside The Campaign To Create A White Wine Emoji – An exploration of the movement advocating for the creation of a white wine emoji.

• Climate change is coming for Cabernet. Here’s how one Napa winery is getting ready – Insights into how wineries in Napa Valley are adapting to the challenges posed by climate change.

• Venice Has a Secret Vineyard Hiding in a Monastery – A fascinating look at a hidden vineyard in Venice located within a historic monastery.

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