In the May 31, 2003 Issue

Italian Values

The Quintessential Agustin Huneeus - A veteran winemaker builds a brand-new winery for his Quintessa vineyard

Italy's Best Values - Distinctive, delicious wines for everyday drinking at $12 or less

53 Italian Value Reds - Profiles of 53 reds that cost $12 or less

47 Italian Value Whites - Profiles of 47 whites that cost $12 or less

Burgundy's Two-Speed Vintage - In 2000 Pinot Noir, the Côte de Nuits outpaces the Côte de Beaune

Charleston Charms - Worldly dining and accomodations have caught up to the city's historic attractions

High Cuisine in the Lowcountry - Louis Osteen keeps fine dining honest in South Carolina

Umami, the Fifth Taste - The right ingredients will make your food astonishingly flavorful

Vintners Launch "100% Napa" Mark - Voluntary certification is intended to protect Napa's reputation

Made to Order - Wine collector Jeff Smith resuces cluttered cellars

Miami Wine Auction Enjoys Full Sales - Wine, food and sun draw thousands to South Beach

Broken Record: Mature Wines Attract Great Demand - Online auction forces bidders to review strategies

The Buying Guide for this issue is available here.

The Wine of the Year has been unveiled! See details on the 10 most exciting wines of the year, plus the full Top 100 PDF.

WineSpectator.com members: Get the full Top 100 with tasting notes. Plus, add the wines to your PWL.

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