Mark October 13th in your Calendars, this is the the earliest pick up for Beaujolais Nouveau wines this year.

This means that on or about October 21, Beaujolais Nouveau wines can be exported from the EU.  If you are bringing these wines in we strongly recommend that your suppliers have your orders ready between Monday 13th – Friday 17th.  We know the vessel schedule can be tricky around this time so planning ahead will make the process go smoothly.

France faces mounting political crisis as Prime Minister François Bayrou’s 2026 budget proposal—eliminating two public holidays, freezing pensions, and cutting public services—triggers widespread opposition. Bayrou is expected to lose a confidence vote on September 8, likely forcing his resignation after nine months in office.

Planned Strikes:

• September 10: Nationwide “Block Everything” protests with highway/airport blockades, refinery occupations, and logistics strikes (ports excluded).
• September 18: Air traffic controllers and port workers join strikes, halting all airport operations and container movements at ports.

A free virtual webinar series from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau is now available on demand. Industry professionals can access recorded sessions covering:

• TTB basics and permits

• Records, reports and tax returns

• Labeling requirements

• Formulas and more

 Click here to access the TTB Site.

Order now for West Coast :    Early December 2025
Order now for East Coast  :    Early November 2025 

Cheers Elenteny Imports.