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Gary Farrell winery focuses on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley.

Gary Farrell winery focuses on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley.

10 Sonoma Wines of Many Stripes

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Steffen and Sophie Christmann.

Steffen and Sophie Christmann.

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German vintners are increasingly focused on dry wines and top vineyards

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Spain cellar; vintage report

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Château du Moulin-à-Vent is a quality leader in the appellation it's named after.

Château du Moulin-à-Vent is a quality leader in the appellation it's named after.

9 Beaujolais Reds for Late-Summer Drinking

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Sep 5, 2019

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Daily Wine Picks

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Tasting Report: California Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir's groundswell across coastal California is wide and deep

Oct 15, 2019

Harlan vineyards

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Aug 27, 2019

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What does it mean if a wine was “cold fermented”?

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Can a wine aged using oak chips age as well as a wine aged in actual oak barrels?

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What does “vin sec” mean on a Riesling wine label?

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Sep 4, 2019

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The barrel room at Bordeaux's Château Calon-Ségur in St.-Estèphe

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A Perfect Match: Prune Armagnac Ice Cream

Chefs Clare de Boer and Jess Shadbolt of King restaurant in New York give ice cream an adult twist with Armagnac-soaked prunes and an extra splash for a subtle caramel flavor. Wine Spectator's Hilary Sims explains why the spice of an aged Armagnac pairs perfectly.

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A Perfect Match: Prune Armagnac Ice Cream

Chefs Clare de Boer and Jess Shadbolt of King restaurant in New York give ice cream an adult twist with Armagnac-soaked prunes and an extra splash for a subtle caramel flavor. Wine Spectator's Hilary Sims explains why the spice of an aged Armagnac pairs perfectly.

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A Perfect Match: Prune Armagnac Ice Cream — A Perfect Match: Prune Armagnac Ice Cream

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Bordeaux to Bolgheri: Making Ornellaia and Masseto — Bordeaux to Bolgheri: Making Ornellaia and …

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Aug 12, 2019

Cheese 101: How to Cut Cheese — Cheese 101: How to Cut Cheese

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Aug 5, 2019

A Perfect Match: Grilled Sea Trout with Godello — A Perfect Match: Grilled Sea Trout with Godello

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Aug 21, 2019

Cheese 101: How to Wrap Cheese — Cheese 101: How to Wrap Cheese

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Aug 5, 2019

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Guests enjoyed a picnic dinner, live music and the chance to bid on 1 ton of freshly picked grapes.

Guests enjoyed a picnic dinner, live music and the chance to bid on 1 ton of freshly picked grapes.

Napa's Harvest Stomp Auction Raises $2.32 million

Over $1 million was raised for the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation, which provides education and professional development to farmworkers and their families

Sep 12, 2019

Victoria Blamey's resume includes Chumley's, Corton and Il Buco Alimentari.

Victoria Blamey's resume includes Chumley's, Corton and Il Buco Alimentari.

Gotham Bar & Grill Unveils Revamp, Larger Wine List

Exciting changes came with chef Victoria Blamey's arrival. Plus, Esca reopens, and Jockey Hollow in New Jersey hires new executive chef

Sep 12, 2019

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DuMol and the Great Scot

Senior editor Tim Fish spotlights DuMol winery, which has mastered Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, thanks to winemaker Andy Smith

Oct 31, 2019

Thomas Matthews

Thomas Matthews

A Tribute to Nancy

Executive editor Thomas Matthews remembers his mother-in-law's lifelong love affair with food and wine

Oct 31, 2019

Omar Khan and his wife, Leslie, at a charity wine auction—one lawsuit accuses her of helping him cheat investors.

Omar Khan and his wife, Leslie, at a charity wine auction—one lawsuit accuses her of helping him cheat investors.

A Wine Ponzi Scheme Targeted New York’s Most Powerful Enophiles, Clients Allege

Omar Khan organized dinners with top chefs and rare vintage wines. Now several clients allege that he’s a fraud who took their money

Sep 9, 2019

In advanced stages, the phylloxera louse can lay eggs in telltale galls on leaves and roots. This vine is not in Washington state, where some vineyards have a much less severe version.

In advanced stages, the phylloxera louse can lay eggs in telltale galls on leaves and roots. This vine is not in Washington state, where some vineyards have a much less severe version.

Walla Walla Wineries Confront Phylloxera

The Washington wine region’s sandy soils were considered immune to the infamous pest, but it’s been hiding in plain sight

Sep 9, 2019

Two treading floors allowed the locals to crush their grapes after harvest.

Two treading floors allowed the locals to crush their grapes after harvest.

Chance Discovery of Unprecedented Crusader-Era Winery Reveals New Insights

A major find in northern Israel sheds light on how Christians lived and drank there in the 12th century

Sep 5, 2019

Foods rich in polyphenols can help those microorganisms that help keep you going.

Foods rich in polyphenols can help those microorganisms that help keep you going.

Trust Your Gut on Red Wine

Researchers find that red wine drinkers enjoyed a healthier, more diverse gut microbiome, which can lead to better digestion and a stronger immune system

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Video Contest 2019 voting

Video Contest 2019 voting

Vote on the Video Contest Finalists!

This year’s video contest finalists demonstrated their wine wanderlust in a variety of compelling new videos

Sep 9, 2019

Burgundy vineyard

Quiz: Behold Burgundy

Sep 13, 2019

John Legend at Raymond Vineyards in Napa

John Legend's 'Perfect Mix' in Wine

Oct 31, 2019

September is here: Are you ready for some football/harvest?!

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Omar Khan and his wife, Leslie, at a charity wine auction—one lawsuit accuses her of helping him cheat investors.

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