by Eduardo Brethauer and Jürgen Mathäß

Slowdowns in exports and rising costs have forced the Chilean industry to decide whether to stay struggling at the entry level or raise the average price of its product mix and go head-to-head with more prestigious wines.

by James Lawther MW

While there is dynamism in certain sectors and a steady supply of new investors, the Languedoc and Roussillon are in a state of mutation. Varietal wines continue to gain market share, but the appellations are losing lustre.

by Jane Anson

Although the noble estates in Bordeaux are awash in success, their fortune has done little to relieve the misery of their neighbours. Jane Anson asks if it would be possible to turn things around with a mass market Bordeaux brand.

by Caroline Gilby MW

Romania has come a long way since the fall of communism, culminating with EU membership in January 2007. It is now one of the most buoyant economies in Europe – and is one of the world’s largest wine markets. Caroline Gilby MW looks at how these changes have affected the country’s wine industry.

by Zoltán Farkas

The Hungarian wine industry, once a supplier to European nobles, has been through several turbulent decades. But Zoltán Farkas discovers that, despite the obstacles posed by EU membership, the industry looks promising once again.

by Robert Gorjak

Few of the Eastern European countries were developed as Slovenia when it joined the Common Market. Yet, as Robert Gorjak notes, it is only just now that its citizens are beginning to enjoy the fruits... and wines.

by Zeljko Suhadolnik

Although Croatia has an ancient wine history, its current industry is struggling to come out from under its communist legacy. But, finds Zeljko Suhadolnik, the country has a lot to recommend it, including its indigenous varieties.