This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for September 6, 2026

Hello and welcome to this week’s collection of intriguing wine stories from around the web. As I sift through the latest articles, I’ve highlighted selections that I believe are worthy of your attention.

• Standing Up for Cabernet Sauvignon
  Eric Asimov champions the often-overlooked Cabernet Sauvignon in his latest piece.

• To shelve or not to shelve: How the American alcohol response varies widely by province
  This article explores the differing regulations concerning American alcohol across various Canadian provinces.

• Thinking & Drinking: New Colors, New Flavors
  Discover the latest trends in wine flavors and offerings.

• Man arrested over suspected £500,000 counterfeit wine sale
  A criminal case highlights the darker side of wine sales as a man is apprehended for selling counterfeit wines.

• Wineries Are Offering Bingo, Picnics, Jewelry … and Sometimes Wine
  Innovative methods wineries are using to attract visitors have become essential in today’s market.

• Preserving the Languages of Terroir
  Kathleen Willcox discusses the importance of understanding and preserving the unique terminologies associated with wine.

• Of Substack & wine
  Miquel Hudin dives into the crossover between wine culture and the Substack platform.

• To Withstand a Tough Market, Vineyard Idling May Be the Solution
  A look at the strategy of idling vineyards to survive challenging market conditions.

• Science Explains Why Wine Buying Makes People Nervous. One Retailer Profitably Took Notes
  Explore how the overwhelming choices in wine can create anxiety for buyers.

• Raising Standards
  This article investigates how wine regions can improve their quality and reputation.

• The Hawaiian-shirt wearing California winemaker who ‘put Merlot on the map’ has died
  A tribute to Tom Rinaldi, who played a significant role in popularizing Merlot.

• Climate change pushes French wine production north
  Examine how climate change is altering traditional wine-producing areas in France.

• The Vanishing Wine Smugglers of Hong Kong and Shenzhen
  A unique look at the diminishing trend of wine smuggling in these regions.

• As Climate Change Shifts Harvest Earlier, Winemakers Face a New Set of Challenges Beyond the Vineyard
  Analysis of the broader challenges winemakers are experiencing due to shifting harvest times.

• The French wine region with a new reason to visit at last
  Discover new attractions in Burgundy that might entice wine lovers to visit.

• Is California wine ready for a $250 Cabernet made without this crucial ingredient?
  Discussion about the growing trend of producing high-end wines without traditional ingredients.

• Jamie Goode: Old vines won’t survive on sentiment alone
  Jamie Goode stresses the importance of financial support for the preservation of old vineyards.

• ‘The Truffle Hunters’ Directors Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw Look for the Perfect Wine in ‘Burgundy’: ‘A Great Glass of Wine Changes How You Perceive the World’
  Insights from filmmakers who explore the world of wine through a cinematic lens.

• The up-and-coming wine region you’ve likely never heard of
  An introduction to a lesser-known wine region making waves.

• Wine releases – what’s the rush?
  Jancis Robinson debates the urgency often associated with wine releases, suggesting that patience may yield better results.

• Domestic Wine Production Could Drop Sharply
  Hungary faces potential declines in its wine production, raising concerns for the industry.

I hope you find this information as fascinating as I do!

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!