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Château Haut-Brion: An American-Owned Treasure
Nov 30, 2021

Château Haut-Brion: An American-Owned Treasure

Château Haut-Brion needs no introduction. But few know the man at its helm—Prince Robert de Luxembourg. Granting a rare interview for this cover story, the prince offers an inside view of the past, present and future of the Dillon family and its wines.

Cover Stories

A Prince, a Castle and a Quest

A Prince, a Castle and a Quest

Robert de Luxembourg is writing a new chapter in the legendary story of Château Haut-Brion 
Nov 30, 2021
A Time-Tested Terroir

A Time-Tested Terroir

Haut-Brion's history is linked to its soil
Nov 30, 2021
A Steady Path at Domaine Clarence Dillon

A Steady Path at Domaine Clarence Dillon

Anchored by its first-growth, the company diversifies
Nov 30, 2021
Tasting Domaine Clarence Dillon

Tasting Domaine Clarence Dillon

Profiles of the portfolio’s top wines
Nov 30, 2021

Tasting Reports

Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect

Innovations in Portugal’s Douro Valley are lifting quality across the country
Nov 30, 2021
Alphabetical Guide to Portugal

Alphabetical Guide to Portugal

Get scores for nearly 225 Portuguese table wines reviewed in blind tastings, including reds and …
Nov 30, 2021
The Heat Is On

The Heat Is On

Despite hotter weather, Germany’s 2019 vintage delivered balanced, intense Rieslings
Nov 30, 2021
Alphabetical Guide to Germany

Alphabetical Guide to Germany

Get scores for nearly 275 German white and red wines reviewed in blind tastings, including top dry …
Nov 30, 2021

Features

All Together Now

All Together Now

Gather over elegant, easy appetizers from Bay Area restaurateurs Michael and Lindsay Tusk
Nov 30, 2021
Exploring Sipping Rum

Exploring Sipping Rum

The spirit of sugar cane is coming into its own as a favorite pour for connoisseurs
Nov 15, 2021

Grapevine

Justin Owners Buy Napa’s Lewis Cellars

Justin Owners Buy Napa’s Lewis Cellars

The Paso Robles–based winery adds Napa Cabernet star to its portfolio
Nov 30, 2021
Bordeaux’s Lafon-Rochet Sold

Bordeaux’s Lafon-Rochet Sold

The fourth-growth vineyard changes hands, plus New Orleans chefs band together after Hurricane Ida
Nov 30, 2021
Catch as Catch Can

Catch as Catch Can

Portuguese sardines for snacking
Nov 30, 2021
A Catskills Odyssey

A Catskills Odyssey

New York–based Fruition Chocolate Works
Nov 30, 2021
Form and Function in Russia

Form and Function in Russia

A new winery on the Black Sea wins acclaim for its bold and eco-friendly design
Nov 30, 2021
Savvy Shopper: Great Value Picks from California, Italy, France and Vintage Port

Savvy Shopper: Great Value Picks from California, Italy, France and Vintage Port

Get scores and tasting notes for more than two dozen top-quality and budget-friendly wine picks …
Nov 30, 2021

Departments

A Rare Glimpse Inside Haut-Brion

A Rare Glimpse Inside Haut-Brion

A deep dive into the elite first-growth in Bordeaux, plus an exclusive interview with its leader …
Nov 30, 2021
Oregon Notebook

Oregon Notebook

What’s new in the Willamette Valley
Nov 30, 2021
Wine Talk: NFL Safety Kareem Jackson

Wine Talk: NFL Safety Kareem Jackson

Plus, CJ McCollum sets roots in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton
Nov 30, 2021

The Buying Guide

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