Afternoon Brief: Global Wine Output Subdued by Climate Shocks
Global wine production rose slightly in 2025, but output remained below average for a third consecutive year as vineyards faced extreme and volatile weather, the International Organization of Vine and Wine said...
Afternoon Brief: Paris Cafés Caught Cheating Tourists with Cheap Wine
Restaurants and bistros in the French capital are serving lower-quality wine by the glass while charging for premium labels, an investigation has found...
Afternoon Brief: Drinks Brands Look Again as Emissions Targets Bite
As drinks brands work to cut emissions, glass has felt the heat, with interest rising in alternatives. But proponents argue glass, if used correctly, can have sustainability benefits...
Afternoon Brief: Could a Pink Powder Sabotage California Wine's Organic Goals?
Firefighters battling the Los Angeles blaze are dropping a pink, powdered flame-retardant from planes in a bid to contain the disaster. But experts say the chemicals may have long-reaching consequences for agriculture...
Afternoon Brief, August 18th
Redefining the Definition of Balanced Wine: Talking about “balanced wine” used to be perfectly acceptable—until about ten years ago, when the term suddenly became politicized...