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Wine merchant Steven Spurrier will be remembered most for organizing the 1976 Paris Tasting, but he was a dedicated educator as well.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Steven Spurrier: Bridge Builder

Where would the wine world be today without the engaging and generous late British wine merchant and educator?

Thomas Matthews

Mar 18, 2021

Vintners gathered on stage for a wine lot at Emeril Lagasse's Carnival du Vin in 2019; organizers hope for a live event in 2021.

Charity Wine Auctions Refocus Efforts for 2021

The nation's top charity wine auctions are embracing a hybrid model, combining in-person events with virtual auctions as vaccination efforts increase

Shawn Zylberberg

Mar 16, 2021

Despite freezing temperatures, New York City residents have been eating outside at local restaurants, but it's not enough to keep many places solvent.

New COVID Relief Act Helps Restaurants and Wineries

The American Rescue Plan contains close to $30 billion for restaurants, bars and winery tasting rooms, but is it too little too late?

Mitch Frank

Mar 15, 2021

Senior editor Kim Marcus

California’s Central Coast Makes Its Case

The Golden State’s winemaking destiny will include this emerging grapegrowing region

Kim Marcus

From the Apr 30, 2021, issue

Senior editor Alison Napjus

Tasting Krug: A Lesson in Blending

The symphonic production of the world’s most popular wine styles

Alison Napjus

From the Apr 30, 2021, issue

A 3,000-square foot patio is one of several spaces for dining and lounging at the new Bungalow Kitchen from chef Michael Mina and Brent Bolthouse.

Clubhouse Meets Restaurant at Michael Mina’s Bungalow Kitchen in L.A.

The prolific chef’s collaboration with Brent Bolthouse features local cuisine, a focused wine list and a game room. Plus, acclaimed Greek chain Estiatorio Milos opens in Vegas, Chicago gets a new eatery from a longtime local owner, and chef Danny Grant opens a sky-high Italian spot in Dallas

Mar 11, 2021

Jermann occupies a beautiful spot in northeastern Italy's Friuli region.

Italy's Antinori Buys Majority Stake in Friuli Winery Jermann

The Tuscany-based wine company was looking for a white wine project; Silvio Jermann remains as winemaker and minority shareholder

Alison Napjus

Mar 10, 2021

Guy Fieri, whose fund has raised more than $21.5 million for more than 43,000 restaurant workers in need, will co-host the charity auction.

Southern Glazer's and Wine Spectator Sponsor Charity Auction for Restaurant Workers

April 9 event will feature chef Guy Fieri and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy, hosted by Zachys; Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation kickstarts fundraiser with $100,000 donation

Mar 10, 2021

Steven Spurrier speaking at a seminar in Asia; he was a constant champion for undiscovered wine regions.

Steven Spurrier, Wine Educator and Enthusiast, Dies at 79

The British champion of all things vinous was best-known for organizing the 1976 Judgment of Paris

Mitch Frank

Mar 9, 2021

Sarah Jessica Parker calls in for a virtual blending session with New Zealand partners Rob Cameron (left) and Tim Lightbourne.

A Global Collaboration: A Live Chat with Sarah Jessica Parker

The Golden Globe-winning actor talks about her wine projects and how she crafted a 2020 blend from the other side of the Pacific

Shawn Zylberberg

Mar 8, 2021

Katherine Tai speaks to U.S. senators during her confirmation hearing. One of her first acts as U.S. Trade Representative has been to suspend tariffs on European wine.

U.S. Government Pauses Tariffs on European Wines

The Biden administration has suspended the 25 percent duties while negotiations continue; wine merchants breathe big sigh of relief

Mitch Frank

Mar 5, 2021

Single malt Scotch producers, like Highland Park in the Orkneys, can breathe easier now that American tariffs are on hold. Will European wines get similar relief?

SND: U.S. to Suspend Tariffs on U.K. Spirits for Four Months

White House pauses 25 percent duties on single malt Scotch, but no relief yet on French, Spanish and German wines

Daniel Marsteller

Mar 4, 2021

Sarah Jessica Parker enjoyed making her Sauvignon Blanc so much, she's back with a rosé.

Sarah Jessica Parker Joins Wine Spectator in Upcoming Instagram Live Chat

The Golden Globe-winning actor will appear on "Straight Talk with Wine Spectator" to discuss why she got into the wine world, her New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and French rosé and more

Shawn Zylberberg

Mar 1, 2021

Sommelier Dan Davis has completely recovered his sense of smell three months after contracting COVID-19, but the experience was traumatic.

What's a Sommelier to Do When They Lose Their Sense of Smell?

Wine professionals struggling with COVID-related smell loss fear losing their jobs and their livelihoods; French sommeliers and winemakers have called for vaccine priority

Mar 1, 2021

Jay-Z and Beyoncé at a July movie premiere; he has partnered with LVMH on his Armand de Brignac Champagne project.

SND: Moët Hennessy Takes Stake in Armand de Brignac Champagne

The international luxury giant is now equal partner with hip-hop star and entrepreneur Jay-Z

Feb 27, 2021

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