In the July 31, 2002 Issue

Napa Mavericks

Napa Mavericks - Seven trailblazers who followed their dreams

A Buyer's Market for Chardonnay - 2000 is a very good vintage, and prices are attractive

Boston International - New England's leading city boasts new restaurants that offer flamboyant flavors from all over the globe

Hot Stuff - From mild and fruity to downright scorching, chile peppers can make all kinds of foods tingle

The Problem With 2001 - Bordeaux's newest vintage shows promise, but concerns about pricing cloud its future

Planning the Perfect Picnic - For a relaxed afternoon in the grass, pack simple foods and easy-quaffing wines

Wine Spectator Uncorks Chicago - A thousand wine lovers sample selections from 200 wineries at the first-ever Grand Tour event

The Beauty of the Brasserie - With his collection of historic Parisian restaurants, Jean-Paul Bucher is succeeding as both curator and capitalist

Bordeaux First-Growths Slash 2001 Futures Prices - Consumers show little interest in the young wines, despite a quality vintage

Wine and Health - Wine Drinkers Less Likely to Catch Common Cold, Study Finds

New Wines, New Faces - From Baking Spices To Cabernet Franc

The Class of Claret - 1982 Bordeaux stands alone as it enters third decade

High End Lots Remain Buoyant Despite Stock Market's Volatility - Classics continue to raise paddles and California cult wines rebound

The Buying Guide for this issue is available here.