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Bordeaux vintage 2025 : Disease Pressure, Vineyard Practices, and Regulatory Changes

by Robert Stepek | Mar 27, 2026 | 10.Vineyards and Nature, 6.Interviews

The combination of low yields and high quality for vintage 2025 is expected to make the 2025 Bordeaux vintage highly attractive to collectors and investors. Early commentary from critics and market analysts suggests that the best wines will command strong demand in the en primeur campaign, particularly from top estates in Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Pessac-Léognan, Saint-Émilion, and Pomerol. However, the small harvest may exacerbate competition for limited allocations, and pricing will be a critical factor in determining the success of the campaign.

Bordeaux 2025 Vintage: AOC Weather and Preliminary Wine Quality Report by Maitre de Cave

by Robert Stepek | Mar 25, 2026 | 10.Vineyards and Nature, 6.Interviews

The 2025 growing season in Bordeaux will be remembered for its exceptional heat and early harvests. Following a mild winter that replenished groundwater, spring arrived early and dry, leading to rapid budburst and uniform flowering. Summer brought record temperatures, with multiple heatwaves—particularly in August—pushing vines to their physiological limits. Rainfall was scarce, and the combination of heat and drought led to smaller berries, thick skins, and reduced yields, but also to high concentration and healthy fruit.

2024 Bordeaux Vintage Report

by Robert Stepek | Mar 2, 2025 | 10.Vineyards and Nature, Other

Weather statistics tell an interesting story about climate and grape growing. This year’s weather statistics show clearly how this year’s unusual weather patterns shaped the quantity and quality of the 2024 Bordeaux wine production. The relationship between weather conditions and wine quality is a key focus, as each season’s behavior leaves a lasting impact on grape growth and, ultimately, the character of the wine.