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The roof of the historic building collapsed under the snow, destroying fermentation tanks and amphorae.

Vall Llach's Cellar Roof Collapses Under Record Snow in Spain, Jeopardizing 3 Vintages of Wine

Two feet of snow fell on Priorat; owners have not been able to enter the building and see what survived

Gillian Sciaretta

Jan 13, 2021

Charlie Palmer's Aureole in New York is now to-go only, though the chef hinted it may return in a different location as early as 2021.

Restaurant Award Winners That Have Permanently Closed During the COVID-19 Pandemic

A running list of wine-focused dining spots that have been forced to shut for good as the spread of coronavirus continues to impact the economy

Jan 13, 2021

Howard Goldberg in 2018. He passed away last week at age 86.

Bruce Sanderson Decanted

Remembering Howard Goldberg

The longtime New York Times editor and wine writer was knowledgeable and kind, with a quick wit

Bruce Sanderson

Jan 12, 2021

Katherine Tai, Joe Biden's nominee for trade representative, knows the wine tariff fight well, but will she find a solution quickly?

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Why Is the Trump Administration Punishing U.S. Wine Companies with Final Move in European Trade War?

The White House has placed tariffs on more French and German wines; importers and retailers hope President-elect Joseph Biden will bring relief, but it won't be soon

Mitch Frank

Jan 8, 2021

Ravenswood was one of several wineries in limbo as the deal awaited FTC approval.

SND: Gallo Closes Mega-Deal with Constellation Brands

Two wine industry giants exchange more than 30 wine brands for $810 million

Daniel Marsteller

Jan 7, 2021

The FDA says that second glass of wine is OK for men, but states that Americans need to reduce their binge drinking.

U.S. Government Decides Not to Redefine Moderate Wine Drinking

The new federal dietary guidelines kept the recommendation that men drink no more than two alcoholic beverages per day, but any talk of the benefits of moderate consumption are gone

Mitch Frank

Jan 6, 2021

Should we go back to normal? In the New Year, Robert Camuto hopes Italy will rethink tourism and consumers will gain new insights into wine.

Robert Camuto Meets...

Back to Basics in 2021

Lessons on patience, humility and keeping it real

Robert Camuto

Jan 5, 2021

South Africa's Ken Forrester says the country's latest ban on alcohol sales could be the final blow for some small wineries.

South African Wine Faces (Yet Another) Alcohol Ban

As COVID-19 cases surge, along with a more contagious strain of coronavirus, the government imposed a fresh shutdown on all alcohol sales

Aleks Zecevic

Jan 5, 2021

Clockwise from top left: Georges Duboeuf, Milla Handley, Taras Ochota, Sirio Maccioni, Gray Kunz, Tom Seaver, Floyd Cardoz, Barry Sterling

2020: In Memoriam

Remembering the innovators, luminaries, friends and family of the wine industry who died this year

Dec 31, 2020

Clockwise from top left: Restaurant staff work masked during the pandemic; French president Emmanuel Macron tries to smooth tensions with U.S. president Donald Trump; wine and cheese pair well with brain health; Meadowood Resort burns in the Glass Fire.

The Top Stories of 2020

In a year many are eager to forget, our most-read articles reflected the times—covering the impacts of the pandemic, wildfires and political spats, but also human ingenuity in responding to crises and helping others

Dec 31, 2020

Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken

This Issue/Marvin R. Shanken

Some Thoughts About Tom

Reflecting on the retirement of Wine Spectator's longtime executive editor

Marvin R. Shanken

From the Dec 31, 2020, issue

Executive editor Thomas Matthews

Grateful

Executive editor Thomas Matthews looks back on his 33-year journey with Wine Spectator, including the moments that defined his successful career

Thomas Matthews

From the Dec 31, 2020, issue

From cooking comfort food to making creative cocktails, from celebrating the pleasures of wine at home to visiting California vicariously with chef Charlie Palmer, videos helped make 2020 a little livelier.

Top New Wine Videos of 2020

With fun tutorials, favorite recipes and virtual visits with chef Charlie Palmer, Wine Spectator's staff, readers and stars made the most of their time at home

Shawn Zylberberg

Dec 29, 2020

Mary J. Blige was inspired by her love of Pinot Grigio to journey to Italy and make her own.

Making Wine Fit for a Sun Goddess: A Live Chat with Mary J. Blige

The reigning Queen of Hip-Hop Soul talks about her new wine label, visiting Italy and her latest projects on Netflix

Shawn Zylberberg

Dec 24, 2020

Gaylon Lawrence Jr., here with his wife, Lisa, has partnered with Carlton McCoy Jr. on multiple historic Napa estates now.

Exclusive: Heitz Cellar Owner and CEO Buy Stony Hill Vineyard

Owner Gaylon Lawrence Jr. and CEO Carlton McCoy Jr. add another historic estate to their portfolio with the famed Spring Mountain vineyard and winery

Aaron Romano

Dec 23, 2020

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