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Once a Midtown landmark, Sherry-Lehmann has struggled for months now, with shelves empty and staff quitting.

Legendary New York Wine Shop Sherry-Lehmann Closes

After failing to renew its liquor license, the retailer was shut down by state authorities. Will it ever open again?

Mar 17, 2023

The luxury resort's main restaurant, now called Double Barrel Steak by David Burke, features many of the chef's hallmarks, including red horses incorporated into the décor and Himalayan salt–aged steaks.

David Burke Arrives in Rhode Island

The celebrated chef-restaurateur has taken over Double Barrel at the Preserve Sporting Club and Residences in Richmond; plus Left Bank Brasserie expands in the San Francisco Bay Area

Mar 22, 2023

Chef José Andrés helps pass out food in war-torn Ukraine, part of World Central Kitchen's relief efforts.

José Andrés Charity World Central Kitchen Appoints New CEO

Philanthropic veteran Erin Gore will help Andrés widen his efforts to feed people in need around the world

Mar 22, 2023

A winning bidder celebrates snagging a lot at this year's Naples Winter Wine Festival, which brought top winemakers to Southwest Florida.

Naples Winter Wine Festival Raises Nearly $26 Million for Children's Causes

The Southwest Florida event, held less than a year after Hurricane Ian devastated the region, continues to be the nation's top wine charity auction

Mar 20, 2023

Red Rooster chef-owner Marcus Samuelsson joins us on episode 7 of Straight Talk.

‘Straight Talk’ Podcast Episode 7: Wine & Wellness

Chef Marcus Samuelsson and somm-restaurateur Bobby Stuckey share how they keep wine appreciation in balance with a healthy lifestyle. Plus, Gaia Gaja on Piedmont

Mar 19, 2023

Bordeaux is home to famous wineries but also to thousands of acres of vines used for value-priced wines.

Desperate Bordeaux Grapegrowers Get Aid to Pull Up Vines

The French government will help vignerons remove acreage to prevent the spread of disease in abandoned vineyards

Suzanne Mustacich

Mar 16, 2023

Senior editor Bruce Sanderson says Gaja's Ca' Marcanda has established itself as one of the great wines of Bolgheri.

Gaja’s Ca’ Marcanda Celebrates 20 Years

Piedmont icon Angelo Gaja’s Bolgheri experiment has yielded one of the Tuscan region's great wines, says senior editor Bruce Sanderson

Bruce Sanderson

From the Apr 30, 2023, issue

A guard stands watch outside Silicon Valley Bank's Santa Clara branch as customers are allowed to access their money. The government hopes to sell the bank, including its wine division.

What Happens When a Favorite Bank for the Wine Industry Collapses?

The U.S. government has stepped in to safeguard Silicon Valley Bank customers' money, but the financial headache isn't over and something more has been lost

Mitch Frank

Mar 14, 2023

The Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival attracts famous chefs, such as Daniel Boulud (center of first standing row) and Marcello Fiorentino of Marcello’s La Sirena (right of Boulud), plus top winemakers and distillers.

Wine Spectator Partners with Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival

The new partnership will expand programming and grow the annual event, supporting the Els for Autism Foundation

Mar 14, 2023

The wine barrels of the Hospices de Nuits-St.-Georges sit aging in the charity's cellars. Money from sales of the wine finances its health care mission.

Updated: With Thirst for Burgundy Growing, a Barrel Auction Is Gaining Attention

Less famous than its Beaune counterpart, the Hospices de Nuits-St.-Georges auction sold 161 barrels of Burgundy's latest vintage

Suzanne Mustacich

Mar 10, 2023

This vineyard is home to Armenia's national grapevine collection, where scientists found fascinating information about grapegrowing in the Caucasus.

Taming the Grapevine

Scientists pinpoint when humans first domesticated wine grapes—and it's much earlier than originally thought

Suzanne Mustacich

Mar 9, 2023

Bad Roman combines Italian culinary traditions from around the world.

Turning Tables: Quality Branded Opens Bad Roman in New York

The award-winning team creates a new twist on Italian-cuisine eateries in Manhattan's Columbus Circle; plus, a Georgie by Curtis Stone alum opens a Dallas eatery and the Voltaggio brothers debut their latest restaurant in California

Mar 9, 2023

The Santa Lucia Highlands is a beautiful spot for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah, but is not as well known as other areas, thanks to its remote location.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Wait, Rombauer Doesn't Make a Pinot? They Do Now

Siduri founder Adam Lee has partnered with the Napa winery to produce a Pinot Noir. And their approach might surprise you

Mitch Frank

Mar 3, 2023

A vineyard in Esk Valley, part of Hawkes Bay, lies buried under tons of mud after Cyclone Gabrielle flooded the area,

Following Cyclone Gabrielle, New Zealand Winemakers Assess Damage, Prepare for Harvest

The tropical storm flooded the North Island, killing 11 and burying several vineyards in mud. How bad is the damage?

MaryAnn Worobiec

Mar 1, 2023

Château Minuty enjoys a beautiful spot in the Côtes de Provence, which LVMH believes could become the Champagne of still rosé.

LVMH Decides One Top Provençal Rosé Brand Is Not Enough, Buys Into Château Minuty

French winery joins Whispering Angel in the luxury fashion, wine and spirits giant’s portfolio

Kristen Bieler

Feb 24, 2023

Vineyards are usually spared by fires, but these blazes have been so hot that some vines have been scorched and may not recover.

More Than One Million Acres Burn in Chilean Wine Regions

Some of the nation's oldest vines have been affected as fires spread across the Itata Valley; vintners are assessing the destruction and organizing relief efforts

Aaron Romano

Feb 23, 2023

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