Wine News Roundup: Highlights and Insights for the Week of September 27, 2026

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the intriguing wine stories I’ve come across online this week. I’ve spent significant time sifting through various articles to bring you the highlights worth your attention.

• Pinot Noir Just Sang to Me: A Chat with Pinot Pioneer Lane Tanner
  A detailed profile on Lane Tanner, a notable figure in the Pinot Noir landscape.

• These Ancient California Vineyards Make Some of America’s Most Interesting Wines Today
  This article explores ancient vineyards in California and their contribution to unique winemaking.

• How Wine Changed On my Watch
  Jancis Robinson reflects on her 50-year journey in the wine industry.

• ‘I’ll never forget this vintage’: Inside California’s unusual wine harvest
  A weatherman discusses the unusual circumstances surrounding this year’s wine harvest.

• The “Wine Crisis” Is A Media Crisis: A White Paper
  An insightful piece by Jason Wilson and Caroline Lamb about the relationship between media portrayal and the wine industry.

• Does the MW Program Have to Look Like This?
  A thoughtful critique of the Master of Wine program that calls for reflection and potential change.

• Google Permits Advertising for Alcoholic Beverages
  A significant shift in advertising policy that could impact the industry.

• ‘It’s a new world now’: Why more California winery bankruptcies and foreclosures are coming
  An examination of the challenging financial landscape for California wineries.

• Falanghina Finally Struts its Stuff
  A profile highlighting the potential of the Falanghina grape variety.

• California winemakers in tailspin after their winery abruptly shuts down during harvest
  A troubling report on the sudden closure of a winery during a critical time.

• A Restaurant’s Off-Menu Wine List Should Feel Special, Not Exclusive
  An argument for enhancing the dining experience with thoughtful off-menu wine selections.

• How Drinking Affects Your Dementia Risk
  A look at recent studies exploring the complex relationship between alcohol consumption and dementia risk.

• California’s Grape Glut Was Already Dire. Then Canada’s Boycott Cost U.S. Wineries $522 Million
  Analyzing the financial repercussions of international trade issues on U.S. wineries.

• My trip to China’s wine region — where I had the Great Wall to myself
  A personal travel account showcasing the wine culture in China’s Ningxia region.

• Can Science Solve Smoke Taint?
  Exploring the scientific approaches to mitigating smoke taint in winemaking.

• How wine conquered the globe
  A broader examination of the global influence and proliferation of wine culture.

Feel free to explore these links for deeper insights into the current happenings in the wine world!

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!