This Week in Wine: Notable Updates and Insights – November 23, 2025

Hello and welcome to this week’s roundup of noteworthy wine stories from around the web. Below are the articles I found engaging:

• The Magic (and Madness) of Head-Trained Vines
  An exploration into the enchanting yet complex practice of head-trained vines in viticulture.

• Montalcino’s Millennial Leader
  A profile on the new generation of wine producers making waves in Montalcino.

• The Latest Setback for This Undersung California Wine Region: A Succession Crisis
  A discussion on the challenges faced by the Santa Cruz wine region due to a looming leadership crisis.

• Cabernet Sauvignon’s Long Memory Revealed
  Insights into the epigenetic markers that make Cabernet Sauvignon unique.

• Time to Rethink the (US) Wine Club Model
  A call for a reconsideration of the traditional wine club structure in the United States.

• Why Chile’s Tayu Pinot Noir is Such a Ground-Breaking Wine Project
  An analysis of an innovative wine project that merges traditional practices with modern trends in Chile.

• Regenerative Viticulture Could Be Key to Fine Wine’s Future
  An interview shedding light on the potential benefits of regenerative practices in winemaking.

• Napa Valley Grapes Were Left on the Vine This Harvest, While Acres of Vineyards Have Been Pulled Over the Past Year
  A report on the ongoing challenges facing Napa Valley, highlighting unharvested grapes and declining vineyard acreage.

• France to Help Wine Industry with $150 Million in Aid for Vines Uprooting
  An overview of financial aid being provided by the French government to support its wine sector amidst growing challenges.

• What Does the Wine Industry Actually Need Right Now? 9 Experts Weigh In
  Various insights from experts about the current needs of the wine industry.

These articles reflect a blend of innovation, tradition, and the challenges that the wine industry faces today.

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!