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SCOTUS rules on tariffs, downsizing in the US and Spain's vineyard area shrinks
Plus: Ridgeview sold, Wales hikes minimum unit price for alcohol, four new MWs announced and Julian Leidy wins Top Taster award. Before I get to global news, I have congratulations...
Samantha Cole-Johnson
Friday 20 February 2026
• 1 min read
Wine news in 5
Strengthening US wine labelling, new EU trade deals, market reports, more bottles lighten up
Plus, wet weather makes California drought-free for the first time in 25 years and leaves snow on Douro vineyards. Much to the delight of Otto, Paul Symington’s dog, above. A...
Samantha Cole-Johnson
Friday 30 January 2026
• 1 min read
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