This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for the Week of May 24, 2026

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of interesting wine stories from around the web. Here’s what I found worth sharing this week:

• Austria’s Wine Law is Bankrupt: A deep dive into the challenges facing Austrian wine laws, a problem not limited to Austria.

• Your wine list was built for a guest who no longer exists: An insightful commentary on the mismatch between traditional wine lists and the modern palate.

• $24,000 Burgundy returned after bizarre wine theft case: A strange story that concludes with the return of a valuable Burgundy wine.

• The Story Behind the American Wine Crisis: A survey capturing diverse opinions on the ongoing issues in the American wine industry.

• Kreso Petrekovic and the Resurrection of Babić at Vinas Mora: Celebrating the revival of Babić grapes, connecting tradition with modern wine practices.

• Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini dies aged 76: A tribute to a significant figure whose influence extended into the wine world.

• Europe’s oldest vineyards threatened by solar power: Highlighting the unintended consequences of renewable energy initiatives on historic European vineyards.

• English wineries battle ‘severe’ frost: Reporting on the impact of harsh weather on English wine production.

• Laurent-Perrier Flirts with Going Private: Discussing the potential for Laurent-Perrier to buy back its shares, hinting at significant corporate changes.

• Red Burgundy Giving You Sticker Shock? Head to This Italian Region Instead: An exploration of alternatives to expensive Burgundy wines, including offerings from Alto Adige.

• Lambrusco’s Bright Star Steals the Show: Spotlighting a new generation that’s bringing Lambrusco back into the limelight.

• The Way Alexander The Great Loved Drinking Wine Was Unique For His Time: A fascinating historical look at Alexander the Great’s unconventional wine-drinking habits.

• Petit Manseng in Virginia – why this grape could be the state’s new signature variety: Discussing the potential of Petit Manseng becoming a staple for Virginia wines.

• The Matriarch Of The Chartrons: An historical study covering important figures in the wine community.

• How Vision and Heartbreak Are Blended Into Every Bottle of Wine: A look into the emotional narratives that shape wine production today.

That wraps up this week’s highlights! Stay tuned for more stories and insights on this ever-evolving topic of wine.

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!