A sparkling wine from France’s Champagne region, defined by strict AOC rules and a legacy of luxury.
Climate-driven heat and drought have pushed Franciacorta’s harvest earlier than usual. Berlucchi and other producers are starting at dawn to preserve grape quality as temperatures rise, with the industry facing unprecedented weather patterns.
Trump has warned at the G7 summit that the United States will impose a 100% tariff on all champagnes and French wines unless France scraps its digital services tax. Macron has refused to drop the tax, escalating a trade conflict tied to tech levies and EU-US diplomacy.
A Lidl wine-tasting event is reshaping its rotation into a three-month seasonal system, following a London tasting that highlighted Iberian picks and cautioned against older whites and rosés. The piece surveys consumer-friendly ranges and notes best buys across major retailers.
Independent reports Aldi is launching a 1.5-litre magnum of Le Grand Poulet rosé, signalling strong value in supermarket wine. The bottle goes on sale nationwide on July 6, priced at £11.99, with early reviews noting fresh strawberry, raspberry and peach notes and a softer, less dry finish than La Vieille Ferme rosé.
Governor Walz has signed the Grandparents’ Happy Hour measure, allowing alcohol at senior living events with prior notice, removing usual licensing barriers. The law goes into effect August 1 and aims to boost social life and dignity for residents.