In the Nov. 30, 2002 Issue

Wines Across America

Features

The Right Stuffing - Mom's is best, but a few simple extras add flair to the soul of Thanksgiving

New Zealand's Pursuit of Pinot NoirNew Zealand's Pursuit of Pinot Noir - In a land known for zingy whites, red wines are starting to make their presence known.

Piedmont's Silver Lining - A string of great vintages helps soften the blow of a disastrous 2002 harvest in parts of Barolo

Flying the Unfriendly Skies

A Lake in the Clouds - North Tahoe Ups the Ante with Destination Dining

An American Attitude in Southern France

Wine Across America - As vineyard acreage grows across the country, wineries now operate in all 50 states. Wine Spectator checks the progress of regional American wines

American Way of Wine - Regional Vintners now Labor for More than Love

A Holiday Menu from Wine Country - Richard Reddington, chef at Napa Valley's Auberge du Soleil, presents an easy, wine-friendly meal

Dining

Italy's Dining Capital - In Milan, a delicious problem: too many great restaurants to choose from

Home Cooking Alla Milanese - Nothing says "Lombardy" like a classic saffron risotto with osso buco

News

Gallo Buys Napa's Historic Louis M. Martini Winery - In rare buying spree, California giant also takes over Mirassou brand

Congress Eases Wine-Shipping Restrictions

Grapevine

New South African Venture Is a Hole in One

Wine Drinkers Have Healthier Habits, Study Reports

Château Le Gay in Pomerol to Be Sold

DiRoNA Inducts 90 New Members at Reunion

Columns

On the BV TCA Trail

An Open Letter to Natural Winegrowers

Taste of America

Auctions

Fretting Over Wine - Jazz performer John Pizzarelli keeps time for wine

Two Smaller Sales Mirror Macro Market - As September winds down, Bordeaux and Burgundy remain in demand

Uncorking Restaurant Policy

The Buying Guide

The Buying Guide for this issue is available here.