In the April 30, 2005 Issue

100 Point Wines

The Sideways Effect - Santa Barbara County prospers from the wine film's success

Bouchon, Fleur de Lys, Mesa Grill and Mix - More top chefs add their chips to the culinary pot

Portraits of Perfection - What Does It Take For A Wine To Earn A 100 Points?

Not Just Derby Dining - Louisville serves modern and homey food year-round

How Constellation Captured Mondavi's Empire - An exclusive interview with Constellation's Richard and Robert Sands by Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken

The Once and Future Chef - A tapas menu celebrates facets of José Andrés

Chile's Maturing Quality - After reaching new summits, Chile looks to solidify its position

Change Comes to Napa's Wine Auction - After losing its crown, the charity fund-raiser is getting a makeover

Wine & Health - Cognitive Drinking: Alcohol in Moderation May Keep Older Women's Minds Sharp

Wine Country Color - Eric Christensen makes wine country his muse

New Auction Index - Listings rise 13 percent, paced by Bordeaux

Collecting Q & A - With Peter D. Meltzer

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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