12 Outstanding Reds for Autumn Sipping

Get ready for the cooler weather with these new reviews of Pinot Noir, Syrah and more from California, France, Italy and beyond, all rated 90 points or more

12 Outstanding Reds for Autumn Sipping
Led by winemaker Erica Crawford, Loveblock has built a reputation for excellence in New Zealand's Marlborough region. (Jim Tannock)
Oct 13, 2022

With autumn’s cooling influence underway, the time for warming red wines has come. This week’s selection features a global lineup of wines fit for the job. Most are priced $35 or less, and all have scored 90 points or more.

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