The temperatures have dropped with the arrival of showers and thunderstorms and are now down to just below 30 degrees Celsius, with a further drop expected Thursday, August 20th - down to 25 degrees. The weather is becoming more unstable next week with almost daily showers - how much is, however, …
Harvest 2026 – here we go … but no rain
Some of the big players are setting the scene ... Domaine d´Eugénie, Clos de Tart and Domaine Leflaive ... The weather forecast has changed... not much rain this weekend ... but during the next weekend ... perhaps... and the week after ... likewise perhaps! Next days The rain expected this …
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Harvest 2026 – Burgundy is now in harvest mode
Burgundy is now in harvest mode, with estates like Domaine Leflaive, Domaine Bizot, and Domaine d'Eugénie harvesting. This weekend will give a bit of the rain many have dreamed of to start the harvest. Sugar levels are very good, and in some cases the potential alcohol is exceeding the wanted …
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Harvest 2026 – possible panic is lurking
The temperatures are taking a trip around the hopefully last Canicule - currently we are at 37 Celsius. Temperatures will drop on Monday, August 17th, to a still respectable 27 degrees Celsius. Rain is expected Sunday 16th (thunderstorms), with showers on Monday the 17th: additional rain - let's …
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Harvest 2026 – Friends, free and Fee
Harvest is on its way, and as in previous years, I have been delighted to see the support from vignerons, friends of the winehog. Without these inputs, I would be lost ... and bewildered - always wanted to use this word. I do this out of my love for Burgundian wines - Pinot Noir, great Chardonnay …