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Too hot for TTB? Nope, in this case, it's the Brits who objected.

No Ménage à Trois, Please, We're British: U.K. Censor Strikes 'Midnight' Wine

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95-Point Napa Cabernet; Beautiful Barolos and Barbarescos

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3 spectacular wine tastings: Chicago, Las Vegas, D.C.

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Rousseau's 2018 Clos des Ruchottes is a potential classic.

Rousseau's 2018 Clos des Ruchottes is a potential classic.

The Gold Standard of Gevrey-Chambertin

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It's all downhill from here atop Spring Mountain.

It's all downhill from here atop Spring Mountain.

Solving Spring Mountain

The historic Napa property's longtime vineyard manager has brought its vines—and wines—back into form, and the future is even brighter

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Our member newsletter previews the Best Values, Smart Buys, Collectibles and Highly Recommended wines

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Wine & Soul’s Jorge Serôdio Borges and Sandra Tavares da Silva in their Douro vineyards

Wine & Soul’s Jorge Serôdio Borges and Sandra Tavares da Silva in their Douro vineyards

Port Tasting Report: Seeing Double

Vintage Port lovers have a lot to choose from thanks to back-to-back years worthy of declaration

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Daily Wine Picks

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Cabernet is the main attraction at Shafer, but the winery's Relentless Syrah was Wine Spectator's 2012 Wine of the Year.

Cabernet is the main attraction at Shafer, but the winery's Relentless Syrah was Wine Spectator's 2012 Wine of the Year.

Staying the Cabernet Course at Shafer Vineyards

Doug Shafer shares three vintages of Hillside Select Cabernet going back to 2001

Feb 18, 2020

Quivira notched two outstanding Sauvignon Blancs in this report, including one from its Wine Creek Ranch Vineyard in Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley.

Quivira notched two outstanding Sauvignon Blancs in this report, including one from its Wine Creek Ranch Vineyard in Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley.

8 Outstanding California Sauvignon Blancs

Golden State whites from Napa, Sonoma and Santa Barbara, all at 90+ points

Feb 10, 2020

The Southern Rhône's Gigondas village is known for complex and appealing Grenache blends.

The Southern Rhône's Gigondas village is known for complex and appealing Grenache blends.

Grenache vs. Garnacha: 8 Generous Reds for $30 or Less

New reviews of Grenaches and blends from France and Spain show off the prize grape's quality and versatility

Feb 6, 2020

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Feb 21, 2020

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Feb 12, 2020

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Winery direct-to-consumer shipping laws continue to ease in the U.S.

Winery direct-to-consumer shipping laws continue to ease in the U.S.

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Wine 101: The ABCs of Bordeaux

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Bordeaux is one of France's premier wine regions, producing some of the world's most prestigious bottles. But Bordeaux doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Senior editor James Molesworth and assistant editor Julie Harans break down the grapes, geography, wine styles and the 1855 Classification.

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Researchers found that middle-aged to older Americans who drank alcohol in moderation had a lower risk of kidney disease.

Researchers found that middle-aged to older Americans who drank alcohol in moderation had a lower risk of kidney disease.

Scientists Link Moderate Wine Consumption to a Lower Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease

Researchers at Johns Hopkins found that one to two drinks a day lowered risk by 29 percent

Feb 19, 2020

Wine imports from France, Spain and Germany will continue to shrink after the U.S. Trade Representative opted to keep tariffs in place.

Wine imports from France, Spain and Germany will continue to shrink after the U.S. Trade Representative opted to keep tariffs in place.

White House Spares European Wines from 100 Percent Tariffs for Now; 25 Percent Duties Remain in Place

After reviewing the tariffs in the Airbus fight, the U.S. Trade Rep has raised duties on plane parts and is staying the course with wine tariffs

Feb 14, 2020

Restaurant closures will be an inevitable result of increased tariffs on European wines.

Restaurant closures will be an inevitable result of increased tariffs on European wines.

Don’t Care About Tariffs on European Wines? How About the Value of Your House?

Many Americans believe tariffs on wine will stick it to the French, but the evidence shows the pain will be much closer to home

Feb 13, 2020

Addison's recently promoted wine director, Victoria O'Bryan, has worked at the Grand Award winner since 2013.

Addison's recently promoted wine director, Victoria O'Bryan, has worked at the Grand Award winner since 2013.

A New Chapter for Grand Award Winner Addison in San Diego

The restaurant sports a newly appointed wine director and a redesigned dining room. Plus, Charlie Palmer opens a New York restaurant and lounge, DRG Concepts debuts a modern steak house in Texas, and more

Feb 13, 2020

Graeme, left, and Alex MacDonald among their old Cabernet Sauvignon vines; their family has sold grapes to Robert Mondavi Winery for decades.

Graeme, left, and Alex MacDonald among their old Cabernet Sauvignon vines; their family has sold grapes to Robert Mondavi Winery for decades.

Robert Mondavi Winery Sits in the To Kalon Vineyard. Its Owner Says There's No Such Place

Is To Kalon a vineyard or a brand? Constellation is fighting neighbors who want to put it on the register of historic places

Feb 13, 2020

Hundreds of wineries poured as professionals from around the world learned about Spanish wine's diversity.

Hundreds of wineries poured as professionals from around the world learned about Spanish wine's diversity.

Spain Shines at the First Barcelona Wine Week

Hundreds of the country's best wineries came together for an ambitious new trade show

Feb 11, 2020

The battle has been over airplanes—such as this Airbus jet being built in Hamburg—but wine is paying the price.

The battle has been over airplanes—such as this Airbus jet being built in Hamburg—but wine is paying the price.

French Winemakers Feel the Tariff Pain

While U.S. wine merchants lobby to stop 100 percent tariffs on European wines, French winegrowers are already suffering from the 25 percent duties imposed last year

Feb 10, 2020

It's Beaujolais. But is it also Burgundy?

It's Beaujolais. But is it also Burgundy?

Is Chablis Part of Burgundy? What About Beaujolais?

A debate over appellations has some vintners angry, leading French officials to back down on proposed changes

Feb 7, 2020

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An unusual vine's miniature bunches and berries first caught Luciano Sandrone's attention; then he discovered that they produced an unusually intense wine.

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Researchers found that middle-aged to older Americans who drank alcohol in moderation had a lower risk of kidney disease.

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Wine imports from France, Spain and Germany will continue to shrink after the U.S. Trade Representative opted to keep tariffs in place.

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Health experts say there are benefits to giving up drinking for a few weeks, but your habits when you do drink may be more important.

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Should You 'Go Dry' for Your Health?

Abstaining from alcohol in January has become a popular trend, but it's unclear if a month off pays off

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Cutting Back on Sugar? What Wine Drinkers Need to Know

Excess sugar consumption has been linked with health problems, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up wine

Wine can be part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Wine can be part of a healthy, balanced diet.

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Wine and Weight: How Does Wine Affect Your Waistline?

If shedding pounds is one of your New Year's resolutions, can your favorite drink still be part of your diet?

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