In the May 31, 2002 Issue

Values from Classic Regions

Cover Story

Values From Classic Regions - Our editors pick exciting and affordable wines from around the world

Red Bordeaux - Margaux's overlooked appeal

Napa and Sonoma Cabernet - The experience factor

Tuscany - Italy's red wine juggernaut

California Chardonnay - Quality bonanza

Australian Shiraz - Big reds from Down Under

White Burgundy - Chardonnay treasure hunt

Red Burgundy - Mission possible

Spain - Surverying an emerging country

Riesling - Terroir's true colors

Piedmont - Barbaresco's age-worthy Nebbiolos

Features

Best Burgers - Fresh-ground beef of the right cut makes all the difference at the grill

New Wines, New Faces: Two Gentleman of Sonoma

Southern Strategy - Two dowager resorts take on the new century with a youthful attitude and world-class modern dining

Portugal's Exciting New Reds - Table wines gain in quality, and the Douro takes the lead

California Sauvignon Blanc - With quality on the upswing and summer just around the corner, there are plenty of well-priced wines to choose from

Simply Spring - An easy Italian-style dinner to enjoy with some of this season's best value wines

Feedback: No Jacket Required

News

Mondavi Buys Italy's Famed Ornellaia Estate - Napa Valley giant brings in the Frescobaldis of Tuscany as partners

Judge Overturns Virginia's Wine-Shipping Ban

Grapevine

Pomerol's Petit-Village Sold for $44 Million

Wine & Health: Wine-Drinking May Reduce Risk of Dementia in Elderly, Two Studies Find

Two Veterans at New Zealand's Famed Cloudy Bay to Strike Out on Their Own

Columns

Day of Reckoning

Are You a Good Taster?

Claret in Crisis?

Great Wines Under $40

Auctions

Best Buys at Auction - To snare a bargain, you must first know how to spot one

Former Chef Thinks Outside The Barrel in Crafting Furniture

Sotheby's Raises Buyer's Premium; Christie's Holds Steady at 15 percent

The Quest for Collectible Wines Continues in 2002 - Calm bidding outpaces previous year with an active January and February

The Buying Guide

The Buying Guide for this issue is available here.