The Drinks Business reports that Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux has asked to be removed from Michelin’s inaugural Grape Selection after receiving a one-grape rating. The new Burgundy guide assesses 94 estates, awarding nine producers three grapes, but Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux said it had not submitted wines for reviews or ratings since 2020 and objected to being included without its participation, prompting wider debate about consent and methodology in wine criticism.
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Michelin Unveils First-Ever Burgundy Wine Rankings
The Drinks Business reports that the Michelin Guide has launched its first wine selection, beginning with Burgundy and using a three-grape rating system. The inaugural 2026 Michelin Grape Selection recognises 94 producers, with nine estates awarded the top Three Michelin Grapes, 20 receiving Two Grapes, 33 receiving One Grape and a further 32 listed as Selected producers. The move marks Michelin’s expansion from restaurants and hotels into formal wine estate rankings.