by POULPE | Sep 24, 2026 | Agriculture biologique, Viticulture & Environnement
Bordeaux mixture takes its name from the region where it was developed, in the Bordeaux vineyards, at the end of the 19th century. More than a century later, this copper-based mix remains the organic grower’s main tool against downy mildew, the disease that can...
by POULPE | Sep 24, 2026 | Viticulture & Environnement
In the Bordeaux vineyards, the harvest now arrives nearly three weeks earlier than in the 1980s. This simple shift sums up the effect of climate change on the vine, a plant very sensitive to temperature and to the rhythm of the seasons. Sweeter grapes, falling...
by POULPE | Sep 24, 2026 | Agriculture biologique, Viticulture & Environnement
The words “contains sulfites” appear on almost every bottle, yet few people know what they cover. Sulfites, or sulphur dioxide (SO2), are among the oldest additives in winemaking. They protect the wine, without which many would quickly spoil. Organic wine allows lower...
by POULPE | Sep 24, 2026 | Viticulture & Environnement
The HVE logo appears on a growing number of bottles, and it is often confused with the organic label. High Environmental Value is in fact a different scheme, overseen by the French state. It certifies the way a farm manages its environment, from biodiversity to water....
