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98-Point Bordeaux, Classic Barolos, Oregon Chardonnays

44 classic and outstanding editors' picks, including a 93-point, $28 super Tuscan

Bordeaux's Pichon Longueville Lalande98-Point Bordeaux, Classic Barolos, Oregon Chardonnays

Bordeaux's Pichon Longueville Lalande98-Point Bordeaux, Classic Barolos, Oregon Chardonnays

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Why Can't I Smell? Doctors and Scientists Are Working to Understand COVID-19

One of the telltale symptoms of coronavirus infection is a nightmare for wine lovers: loss of smell and taste; researchers are studying why it happens and if it can be cured

COVID-19 patients report losing their sense of smell and finding their wine tasteless.Why Can't I Smell? Doctors and Scientists Are Working to Understand COVID-19

COVID-19 patients report losing their sense of smell and finding their wine tasteless.Why Can't I Smell? Doctors and Scientists Are Working to Understand COVID-19

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Getting Back My Nose After a COVID KO

Like countless others, I’m struggling with the loss of my sense of smell. Can simple exercises help?

Some aromas have come back already for Robert Camuto, such as a violet sachet he uses for scent training, but he still struggles to pick up things like cut lemon and red pepper flakes.Getting Back My Nose After a COVID KO

Some aromas have come back already for Robert Camuto, such as a violet sachet he uses for scent training, but he still struggles to pick up things like cut lemon and red pepper flakes.Getting Back My Nose After a COVID KO

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Burgundy Burglars Nab $425,000 in Wine, Make Mario Kart–Style Escape

A luxury hotel in France falls victim to thieves … two days in a row

Peaceful moments are more the norm at Domaine de Rymska hotel in France's Burgundy region.Burgundy Burglars Nab $425,000 in Wine, Make Mario Kart–Style Escape

Peaceful moments are more the norm at Domaine de Rymska hotel in France's Burgundy region.Burgundy Burglars Nab $425,000 in Wine, Make Mario Kart–Style Escape

Tasting Highlights

8 Exciting Bordeaux Values Up to 90 Points

Get a taste of Bordeaux's 2018 vintage with these new reviews of impressive reds at $25 or less

Located on Bordeaux's Right Bank, St.-Emilion's vineyards are a source for famed wines and terrific values.8 Exciting Bordeaux Values Up to 90 Points

Located on Bordeaux's Right Bank, St.-Emilion's vineyards are a source for famed wines and terrific values.8 Exciting Bordeaux Values Up to 90 Points

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Williams Selyem Owners Sell Stake to Burgundy's Faiveley Family

Minority stake positions Faiveley to potentially take over one of Sonoma's most celebrated wineries

Erwan Faiveley has invested in Sonoma Pinot Noir, expanding beyond Burgundy.Williams Selyem Owners Sell Stake to Burgundy's Faiveley Family

Erwan Faiveley has invested in Sonoma Pinot Noir, expanding beyond Burgundy.Williams Selyem Owners Sell Stake to Burgundy's Faiveley Family

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Talley's estate vineyard in the cool-climate Arroyo Grande Valley is an ideal location for growing Chardonnay.

Talley's estate vineyard in the cool-climate Arroyo Grande Valley is an ideal location for growing Chardonnay.

12 Diverse West Coast Chardonnays

New reviews of California and Oregon Chardonnays up to 92 points

Jan 11, 2021

Most of the top-scoring Beaujolais reviewed in 2020 come from the Moulin-à-Vent cru, where winemakers like Matthieu Mangenot of Albert Bichot are making complex, expressive reds.

Most of the top-scoring Beaujolais reviewed in 2020 come from the Moulin-à-Vent cru, where winemakers like Matthieu Mangenot of Albert Bichot are making complex, expressive reds.

Beaujolais Tasting Report

Gamay is finally getting respect

Dec 31, 2020

At Iron Horse in the Russian River Valley, CEO Joy Sterling says that new plantings have paid off in better-quality grapes and richer, yet drier wines.

At Iron Horse in the Russian River Valley, CEO Joy Sterling says that new plantings have paid off in better-quality grapes and richer, yet drier wines.

Pop Culture

U.S. sparkling wine houses offer delicious bubblies for the holidays. See Tim Fish's top picks

Dec 31, 2020

The 162-acre Rochioli Vineyard is one of Sonoma's crown jewels and a Pinot Noir source for winery Gary Farrell.

The 162-acre Rochioli Vineyard is one of Sonoma's crown jewels and a Pinot Noir source for winery Gary Farrell.

13 Delectable California Pinot Noirs Up to 91 Points

New reviews of impressive Pinot Noirs from Napa and Sonoma

Jan 4, 2021

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Daily Wine Picks

Free Access: Recently reviewed wines for all tastes and budgets—under $15, great buys and special-occasion picks!

Quinta do Crasto's Miguel Roquette stands amid the steep terraces of his Douro Valley vineyards.

Quinta do Crasto's Miguel Roquette stands amid the steep terraces of his Douro Valley vineyards.

Portugal Tasting Report

A new age of discovery delivers impressive quality and great value

Nov 30, 2020

Vineyards and mountains in Argentina's Mendoza region

Vineyards and mountains in Argentina's Mendoza region

Vintage Chart: Argentina

Updated with a 2019 vintage rating and drink recommendations for Mendoza

Jan 15, 2021

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100 Values: Great Wines for $25 or Less

Our annual roundup of super-value wines: All rated 88 points or higher

Dec 16, 2020

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Taste the Cool Climate of the Historic Carneros

Bouchaine Estate Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

Taste the Santa Lucia Highlands

Hahn SLH Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

Explore High-Altitude Malbec

Zuccardi Q & Jose Zuccardi Malbec

Comprehend this Delicious Conundrum

Conundrum White & Red

Taste Signature Benchmark Blends

Beaulieu Vineyard Tapestry & Penfolds Bin 389

Taste the Santa Rta. Hills

Sanford Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

Two Great Wines, One Family Legacy

Terlato Pinot Grigio & Chimney Rock Cabernet

A Double Dram of Dewar's

Special Edition Whisky Advocate Tasting: Dewar's 15 & 21 Year Old

Make the Holidays Sparkle

Ferrari Brut Trentodoc & Ferrari Rosé Trentodoc

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What’s the difference between Brix, Baumé, Oechsle and residual sugar?

Jan 18, 2021

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Will my wines get too cold in the garage?

Jan 11, 2021

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Dr. Vinny's Most Interesting Questions of 2020

Dec 31, 2020

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Dr. Vinny Answers Your Pandemic Questions (About Wine)

Dec 28, 2020

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What Am I Tasting?

This rich red has muscular tannins and notes of cherry, iron and tobacco ... Play the game!

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8 Wine Books to Inspire Exploration

Wine Spectator's longtime executive editor shares favorites from his 33 years with the magazine

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A bottle of red wine and a glass of red wine in front of an open book and shelves of books

Quiz: Toughest Questions of 2020

From Champagne sweetness to a Burgundy bottle stash, can you answer the year’s stumpers? Take our quiz!

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In the Vineyard: Harvest 2020 at Château Giscours

Didier Forêt, technical director at the Bordeaux third-growth in Margaux, tells us about the 2020 growing season and the quality of the Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot crops.

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In the Vineyard: Harvest 2020 at Château Giscours

In the Vineyard: Harvest 2020 at Château Giscours

Didier Forêt, technical director at the Bordeaux third-growth in Margaux, tells us about the 2020 growing season and the quality of the Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot crops.

Jan 19, 2021

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Jan 19, 2021

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Since its early days, in 1883, Bodega Trapiche has received worldwide recogniti…
Dec 31, 2020

Staying Home: French 75 Sparkling Wine Cocktail — Staying Home: French 75 Sparkling Wine Cocktail

It feels like we've been stuck at home for ages, but there's a new year full of …
Dec 28, 2020

Spotlight On: Bordeaux's Château Giscours — Spotlight On: Bordeaux's Château Giscours

General manager Alexander Van Beek welcomes us to this historic third-growth …
Dec 21, 2020

Wine 101: The ABCs of Prosecco Superiore — Wine 101: The ABCs of Prosecco Superiore

Prosecco is booming, but how do you find the best of these Italian sparkling …
Dec 14, 2020

American Artisan: Kathleen Inman's Sonoma Pinot Noirs — American Artisan: Kathleen Inman's Sonoma Pinot …

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Dec 16, 2020

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COVID-19 patients report losing their sense of smell and finding their wine tasteless.

COVID-19 patients report losing their sense of smell and finding their wine tasteless.

Why Can't I Smell? Doctors and Scientists Are Working to Understand COVID-19's Impact on Our Senses

One of the telltale symptoms of coronavirus infection is a nightmare for wine lovers: loss of smell and taste; researchers are studying why it happens and if it can be cured

Jan 20, 2021

Josip Brkić in his cellars—for a few years he followed biodynamic principles, but now he is finding his own path.

Josip Brkić in his cellars—for a few years he followed biodynamic principles, but now he is finding his own path.

Wine After War in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Josip Brkić began building his family's wine brand during the bloodshed of the Bosnian War; today he is prospering

Jan 19, 2021

Senior editor Alison Napjus

Senior editor Alison Napjus

Italy Ups Its Vineyard Game

The future of the country's wine industry lies in marrying tradition with modern viticulture

From the Feb 28, 2021, issue

News editor Mitch Frank

News editor Mitch Frank

Restaurants: SOS

More than 12 million jobs are at risk due to the pandemic. Why are our leaders doing so little to help the restaurant industry?

From the Feb 28, 2021, issue

Erwan Faiveley has invested in Sonoma Pinot Noir, expanding beyond Burgundy.

Erwan Faiveley has invested in Sonoma Pinot Noir, expanding beyond Burgundy.

Williams Selyem Owners Sell Stake in Winery to Burgundy's Faiveley Family

Faiveley family’s minority stake positions them to potentially take over one of Sonoma's most celebrated wineries

Jan 15, 2021

During their five-week takeover, each resident Stone Barns chef will source ingredients locally, including from the property's own farm.

During their five-week takeover, each resident Stone Barns chef will source ingredients locally, including from the property's own farm.

Stone Barns Center Kicks Off Rotating Chef Residencies

In its first season, the reimagined concept will host four eclectic chefs for five weeks each. Plus, wine-and-spirit companies team up to donate more than $3 million to struggling restaurants, chef Dominique Crenn celebrates her restaurant’s anniversary with a pop-up in Mexico, and prolific chain Legal Sea Foods is sold

Jan 14, 2021

The roof of the historic building collapsed under the snow, destroying fermentation tanks and amphorae.

The roof of the historic building collapsed under the snow, destroying fermentation tanks and amphorae.

Vall Llach's Cellar Roof Collapses Under Record Snow in Spain, Jeopardizing 3 Vintages of Wine

Two feet of snow fell on Priorat; owners have not been able to enter the building and see what survived

Jan 13, 2021

Charlie Palmer's Aureole in New York is now to-go only, though the chef hinted it may return in a different location as early as 2021.

Charlie Palmer's Aureole in New York is now to-go only, though the chef hinted it may return in a different location as early as 2021.

Restaurant Award Winners That Have Permanently Closed During the COVID-19 Pandemic

A running list of wine-focused dining spots that have been forced to shut for good as the spread of coronavirus continues to impact the economy

Jan 13, 2021

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Best of 2020

Look back on what happened in this crazy year—from your most-asked questions to the wackiest stories.

Joan Nathan's savory brisket recipe is a riff on the one her mother used to make.

Joan Nathan's savory brisket recipe is a riff on the one her mother used to make.

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5 Favorite Recipes for Intimate Winter Celebrations

Our food editor’s personal picks offer casual sophistication for hearth and home

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Easy, Inexpensive Weeknight Recipes with Wine

Eight ingredients, plus pantry staples. That's all it takes to make these dishes, each paired with bottle of wine

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