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Claude Taittinger, Champagne Icon, Dies at 94

For nearly five decades he managed the Taittinger Champagne house, investing in vineyards, modernizing marketing and co-founding Domaine Carneros in Napa

Alison Napjus

Jan 10, 2022

Josh Scott's training in the Loire Valley's Sancerre appellation inspired him to look for more minerality, herbaceousness and structure in his Sauvignon Blanc.

Josh Scott Chats Live About His Family's New Zealand Winery and Making Wine Spectator's Wine Value of the Year

The South Island vintner talks about the nuances of Sauvignon Blanc, shifting from brewing beer to making wine and the challenges of 2021

Shawn Zylberberg

Jan 7, 2022

Many non-alcoholic wine buyers are looking for an option when they're not drinking, but friends are.

Are There Any Good Non-Alcoholic Wines?

The options are expanding for health-conscious consumers looking to cut back on alcohol and calories. But a tasting suggests these alternative beverages aren't quite ready for prime time

Alison Napjus

Jan 7, 2022

Roco co-founder Rollin Soles has been an Oregon wine fixture since he helped launch Argyle Winery in 1987.

Santa Margherita Owners Buy a Willamette Winery from an Oregon Pioneer

Roco Winery founder Rollin Soles retains a stake as the Italian Pinot Grigio giant acquires its first American property

Tim Fish

Jan 6, 2022

Don't leave your bottles to collect dust.

Robert Camuto Meets...

The Uncertain Wine Collector

To those who want confirmation of a wine’s greatness, offer a corkscrew

Robert Camuto

Jan 4, 2022

Clockwise from top left: Philippe Cambie, Becky Wasserman, Andrea Franchetti, Alessandro de Renzis Sonnino, Alejandro Fernandez, Steven Spurrier

2021: In Memoriam

Remembering the standard-bearers, friends and family of the wine industry who died this year

Dec 30, 2021

Franco Ziliani, seated, gathers with his children—Arturo, left, Cristina and Paolo—who now run the sparkling winery he helped found.

A Father of Franciacorta: Franco Ziliani, Pioneering Winemaker of Italian Sparkling Wine, Dies at 90

The winemaker and co-founder of Berlucchi helped create an Italian luxury sparkling wine

Robert Camuto

Dec 29, 2021

Videos of basketball legend Dwyane Wade, Italian comedian Maccio Capatonda, beautiful wine regions and unbeatable food tips were among readers' favorite clips of 2021.

Top New Wine Videos of 2021

Big wine stars and booming regions, fun recipes and food tips made up our readers' favorite clips of the year

Shawn Zylberberg

Dec 29, 2021

Daniel Humm's Davies and Brook will soon depart its space in Claridge's hotel, where a replacement dining concept hasn't been revealed yet.

Eleven Madison Park’s London Counterpart Closes

Next week will be the last for Daniel Humm’s Davies and Brook in Claridge’s hotel. Plus, an Atlanta team opens a Vietnamese cafe with food-friendly wines, and Gordon Ramsay makes his Boston debut

Dec 23, 2021

Sulfur dioxide, two oxygen molecules and one of sulfur, can kill bacteria and prevent spoilage in wine.

Can Added Sulfites in Wine Actually Prevent Headaches?

New research finds that even small additions of the compound can eliminate molecules believed to cause adverse reactions to certain wines

Taylor McBride

Dec 22, 2021

Philippe Cambie could be warm and friendly over a good meal and a glass of wine, but he took grapegrowing and winemaking very seriously, pushing his clients to realize their dreams.

Philippe Cambie, Dynamic Winemaking Consultant of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Beyond, Dies at 59

The larger-than-life winemaker was the driving force behind many wineries raising their quality

Mitch Frank

Dec 20, 2021

As the wine leader for MGM Resorts International, Douglas Kim oversees a combined total of 350,000 bottles, according to the hospitality company.

MGM Resorts Names New Wine Director

Douglas Kim is in charge of the wine programs for hundreds of concepts under the entertainment giant, including numerous Grand Award winners. Plus, Mastro’s Ocean Club opens its first Texas location, and Restaurant Award winner Chica opens in Aspen, Colo.

Dec 16, 2021

Sandy Block excelled at his job because he held a deep passion for all of wine's myriad aspects, from science to history to service.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Sandy Block's Life of Passion for Knowledge and Wine

The longtime Legal Sea Foods wine director recently passed away at 72

Owen Dugan

Dec 10, 2021

Chateau St. Jean has long been known for its hospitality, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

SND: Foley Family Wines Buys Sonoma Icon Chateau St. Jean

Treasury Wine Estates sells the longtime Sonoma estate; Foley plans to bring winemaking back on-site

Shane English

Dec 9, 2021

Could a daily glass of wine with a good diet help people over 70 stay heart healthy? New research suggests it could.

Fresh Research Adds to Evidence that Moderate Drinking Could Reduce Risk of Heart Disease

An Australian team followed more than 18,000 adults over age 70 and found moderate drinkers had the lowest risk of heart attack or stroke

Taylor McBride

Dec 8, 2021

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