Viticulture

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Juxtaposition of sun-scorched Italian vineyard and frost-covered vines, symbolizing the dual threats of heat and cold to global grape harvests.

Extreme weather accelerates Franciacorta's 2026 grape harvest to July 30

In Italy's Franciacorta region, the 2026 grape harvest is set to begin on July 30, marking the earliest start on record, according to Winenews It .

Marco Alves·July 30, 2026

A vineyard landscape showcasing the interplay of soil, rolling hills, and changing weather, illustrating how these elements influence wine flavor.

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How Do Soil, Climate, and Topography Shape Wine Flavor?

In 2010, some Bordeaux wines reached an unprecedented 16% alcohol, a stark indicator of how quickly climate change is reshaping the very essence of classic wine regions.

Marco Alves·July 18, 2026

A parched vineyard with shriveled grapes under intense sun, symbolizing the impact of climate change on wine regions and land use.

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Emerging Wine Regions Face Land Use Crisis Amid Climate Adaptation Challenges

When temperatures exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, grapevines face a profound crisis, leading to shriveled berries, degraded color, and drastically reduced yields.

Marco Alves·June 29, 2026

Diverse group of Mexican winemakers in a modern vineyard at sunset, examining grapes, symbolizing innovation and tradition in the wine industry.

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Mexican wine pioneers redefine tradition with innovative techniques

In 2023, sparkling wine sales in Queretaro alone topped US$481,000.

Marco Alves·June 23, 2026

Split image showing a modern robotic harvester in a vineyard contrasted with a traditional vintner inspecting grapes, symbolizing the debate over EU vineyard automation.

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EU vineyard automation adoption divides wine growers

Vintners across Europe are locked in a contentious debate: could automated harvesting, while efficient, irrevocably damage the delicate grapes that define their region's prized wines?

Marco Alves·May 15, 2026