Tim Mondavi
With Continuum—the vineyard and the $150 wine—taking shape, Tim Mondavi has come full circle to the terroir-based winemaking he aspires to. "This is who we are," he says. "One wine, a single purpose and a clarity of focus."
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Cover Story
The Mondavi Continuum - Tim Mondavi charts a new course, with one wine and one purpose. An inside look at what makes the youngest son of Robert Mondavi tick, his big bet on Cabernet Franc, and what the future holds
Features
Alsace's Organic Edge - Sustainable grapegrowing and a standout 2009 vintage yield delicious wines from Alsace
Apres-Ski Park City - High in the Wasatch Range, Utah's glitzy resort town builds on success with top wining and dining destinations
The Moueix Method - Christian Moueix, the quiet champion of quality on Bordeaux's Right Bank, earns Wine Spectator's 2011 Distinguished Service Award
Zinfandel for the Ages - Old-vine vineyards are one of California's most cherished legacies, with some plots dating to the Gold Rush era. A guide to the best
Grapevine
World of Wine - Changes in Burgundy; Sonoma’s leading hunk; Finger Lakes deal
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Departments
This Issue/Marvin R. Shanken
James Laube - The power of blends
WineSpectator.com: In his latest blogs, James Laube shares updates from his most recent tastings and visits with winemakers, and he discusses hot-button issues in the wine industry. WineSpectator.com members can join the conversation.
The Buying Guide
The Buying Guide for this issue is available here.
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CALIFORNIA TASTING HIGHLIGHTS Check in on Mondays to get the latest reviews on hot new-release Cabernets, Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, Syrahs and more.
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NEW YORK WINE EXPERIENCE Can't join us for this year's great lineup of tastings and seminars? Our full coverage of the event will bring the world's best winemakers and chefs to you with photos, articles and videos.
NEW ON WINE SPECTATOR VIDEO Tune in each week for a new video. Donít miss these recent additions:
- Rocker-Turned-Winemaker: What does singer Maynard James Keenan do when he isn't touring with one of his bands, writing songs or producing records? He heads to Arizona to make wine, and he takes on the hard work himself.
- White Burgundy: Chardonnay rules in this French region, but how do the wines differ across the many appellations? Join Bruce Sanderson as he compares a regional blend with a single-vineyard wine.
GLOSSARY OF WINE TERMS Unfamiliar with a word on a label or in a tasting note? Check our expanded glossary—with audio pronunciations!
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