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Classic Tuscan Reds

4 classic reds from the Bolgheri region of Tuscany, plus outstanding California Cabernet and big reds from Portugal. Go »

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» The Advance: Sneak peeks from the Oct. 15 issue

Winemakers' Harvest Blogs

Winemakers from the U.S. and Europe have generously agreed to blog about their experiences during their busiest time of year. New for Aug. 28: Barbara Kronenberg-Widmer of Brancaia. Go »

» Harvest Off to an Early Start in California
» Hail Strikes Vineyards in Beaujolais and Mâconnais
» Inside Wine: Harvest Explained

Tasting Highlights

Outstanding French Reds

Outstanding reds and excellent values from the oft-overlooked Vacqueyras appellation of the Southern Rhône Valley of France. Go »

» Southern Rhône vintage analysis: 2007 & 2006
» Southern Rhône vintage chart
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» Blogs

James Laube considers the drinker's dilemma: to open or hold new wines

• James Suckling asks for your thoughts on the declining U.S. sales of Australian wine

Harvey Steiman explains why a table full of screwcaps is a thing of beauty

• Bruce Sanderson experiences the essence of Tokaj with two superb 2000s

• James Molesworth bids farewell for a week as he heads to Costa Rica

Harvest 2008: Barbara Kronenberg-Widmer faces down deer and wild boars at Brancaia in Tuscany

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Beaucastel's owners up their stake in France's Southern Rhône appellation by purchasing a historic estate

I don't like the way Shiraz makes my mouth feel. Is that the tannins, the acidity, or what?

Plus, a $900 bunch of grapes, a wine haven for music lovers, a trippy tasting room, European wine diplomacy and Champagne bottles on a diet

This French chef knows a thing or two about Alsatian and German wines, and is not afraid to pair them with his cuisine at the Ritz-Carlton in Atlanta

Proposed legislation would make direct shipment of wine from out-of-state wineries unfeasible; bill's sponsor plans substantial amendments

This bright, vibrant and distinctive red zings on the finish. Are you bright enough to figure it out?

Wish summer farewell with six California Chardonnays under $25 and some great recipes from the sea

Castello Banfi is among Brunello producers to suffer losses in freak pre-harvest hailstorm

Once the hottest import into the United States, Aussie wines are struggling with bad times

10 exciting wines from a grape that, despite its name, can make some very big reds

The most exciting wines of 2007, including the Wine of the Year. Read descriptions and tasting notes of the Top 10, see photos and videos, and print out a full list of the Top 100

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