economy
January 27, 2026
Trump threatened a 200% tariff on French wine—how to find a good value, from a master sommelier
European wines have already gotten pricier thanks to a mix of tariffs and a weakening dollar, experts say, making finding values trickier than ever.
TL;DR
- President Trump threatened a 200% tariff on French wines to pressure French President Emmanuel Macron to join a Board of Peace.
- Existing 15% EU wine tariffs and a weakened U.S. dollar have already increased wine prices.
- A 200% tariff could raise the average bottle price by $23.60, making French wines difficult to afford.
- Experts recommend building relationships with specialty wine stores and sommeliers to find good value.
- Consumers are advised to explore 'satellite appellations' and American wines as alternatives.
- Quality American wines from regions like Oregon, Finger Lakes, and Walla Walla are suggested as good value alternatives.
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