NewsChateau Montelena SoldThe owner of Bordeaux second-growth Château Cos-d'Estournel will take the reins of the historic Napa winery, best known for its Cabernet Sauvignon. » James Laube: Reviving Montelena will be a challenge
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Vintage Analysis2007 Burgundy: First LookIn a year that produced pure, elegant wines, the Chardonnays have the edge over the Pinot Noirs. » Updated Burgundy vintage charts
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The InsiderRhône & California RedsOutstanding Cabernets from Napa and Sonoma are joined by a classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape and other wines from the Rhône's excellent 2006 vintage. » Tasting Highlights: 2005 Napa Cabernets
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James Laube says reviving Montelena will be a challenge
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Maynard James Keenan signs off, with some advice for fellow pioneers, to focus on his winemaking
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