Logistical nightmares: Conflict’s profound impact on drinks supply chains

Logistics has been a difficult business in recent years. While there are many complex reasons for this, the broad-brush picture is clear – global tensions are on the rise, and with them, supply-side shocks. The most recent manifestation of this is, of course, the US and Israel’s ongoing conflict with Iran, which has resulted in the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz – an incredibly important passage for maritime trade.

Gérard Basset Foundation opens applications for 2026 Victims of Conflict Scholarships

The Gérard Basset Foundation has announced that it has now welcoming applications for the 2026 edition of its fourth edition of its Artémis Domaines Golden Vines Victims of Conflict Scholarships.

Gérard Basset Foundation announces 2025 Victims of Conflict Scholarship

The Gérard Basset Foundation has announced it is welcoming applications for its Artémis Domaines Golden Vines Victims of Conflict scholarships. The scholarships, which are jointly funded by Artémis Domaines and the charity, hope to provide meaningful support and career progression to wine professionals who have been impacted by war and geo-political conflict.

Soapbox: Michael Karam on wine’s political power

Ixsir defies the odds to complete harvest

Lebanese winery Ixsir has managed to complete another successful harvest despite devastating socio-economic challenges in the region, including daily bombings in areas such as the Bekaa valley and a deepening crisis in the conflict with Israel.