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The village of Rully, in Côte Chalonnaise, is a source of value in the often expensive white Burgundy category.

Burgundy's Wild Ride

Frost threatened again in 2017, as variable weather posed more challenges for Chardonnay than Pinot Noir

Sep 30, 2019

Klein Constantia was the first South African winery to appear in <i>Wine Spectator</i>'s Top 10 Wines of the Year.

7 South African Wines to Grab Now at Under $20

These newly reviewed white wines will have you turning to the country's bounty for summer refreshment

Aug 15, 2019

Having ample rosé on hand is key to a good summer.

10 Fun California Rosés for $20 or Less

You'll need these newly reviewed bargain wines to see you through the rest of the season

Aug 12, 2019

Gigondas is home base for Château de St.-Cosme, but the estate makes wines from multiple appellations in the Southern Rhône.

9 Southern Rhône Wines for Late-Summer Sipping

From Châteauneuf whites for special occasions to easygoing Côtes du Rhônes, these new reviews have you covered to enjoy what's left of the season

Aug 8, 2019

St. Supéry makes wines from Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and red Bordeaux varieties in Napa Valley.

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8 Must-Try Napa Wines at 90+ Points

Newly reviewed Cabernet, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and more from California's premier region

Augustus Weed

Aug 5, 2019

Quinta das Carvalhas is located on the left bank of the Douro River.

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8 Fruit-Forward Douro Wines

These newly reviewed reds and whites are a great start to discover what Portugal has to offer

Gillian Sciaretta

Aug 1, 2019

Steve Matthiasson of Matthiasson Wines in Napa

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Sauvignon Blanc Revolution

MaryAnn Worobiec

Sep 30, 2019

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Against the Odds

New Zealand wines continue to punch above their weight

MaryAnn Worobiec

Sep 30, 2019

La Crema's Monterey vineyards get abundant sunshine, tempered by fog and cool air from the nearby Pacific.

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9 California Pinot Noir Bargains

New Pinots from Santa Barbara County, Sonoma, Monterey and beyond that deliver the goods at down-to-earth prices

Augustus Weed

Jul 29, 2019

The Flora Springs Estate and Winery in St. Helena in Napa.

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Alphabetical Guide to California Sauvignon Blanc

Sep 30, 2019

Audrey Braccini, winemaker at the Louis Jadot–owned J.-A. Ferret, crafted four well-priced releases from Pouilly-Fuissé in the 2017 vintage.

Alphabetical Listing

Alphabetical Guide to White Burgundy

Sep 30, 2019

Erica and Kim Crawford focus on sustainable and organic vineyards with their Loveblock label, which contributed three oustanding new releases this year, including a distinctive 2018 Pinot Noir from the Central Otago region.

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Alphabetical Guide to New Zealand

Sep 30, 2019

Prosecco has come into its own as Italy's go-to sparkling wine.

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8 Italian Bubblies for $18 or Less

There's a common thread to these newly reviewed wines—besides the fact that you should bring them all to your next party

Alison Napjus

Jul 25, 2019

Alexana's winery is in the Dundee Hills subappellation of Willamette Valley.

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8 West Coast Whites to Taste the Summer Rainbow

It's spotlight on California, Oregon and Washington with these new reviews, from Chardonnay to Sauvignon Blanc and everything in between

Aaron Romano

Jul 22, 2019

Bodegas Naia is a go-to for refreshing whites that deliver great bang for buck.

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8 Spanish Whites from a Grape You Should Know

Verdejo should be in your summer wine roster. These newly reviewed examples, all under $15, show why

Thomas Matthews

Jul 18, 2019

We have some eclectic wine picks for you today, including a Sangiovese rosé from Ferrari-Carano.

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9 Under-$20 California Bargains

These newly released bottlings offer variety and value

Tim Fish

Jul 15, 2019

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The 2019 New York Wine Experience: Gathering for the Good Life

Aug 12, 2019

Valery Legasov and Ulana Khomyuk (Jared Harris and Emily Watson) drinking the previous batch of Chernobyl vodka in HBO's 'Chernobyl.'

Would You Drink the First (New) Chernobyl Vodka?

Aug 15, 2019

10 Fun California Rosés for $20 or Less

Aug 12, 2019

Cheese Across America

Sep 30, 2019

A Day in the Life of New York Chef Extraordinaire Michael Lomonaco

Aug 9, 2019

Ratings Flash Newsletter

Alerts when your favorite types of wines are added to the database

The 2019 New York Wine Experience: Gathering for the Good Life

Aug 12, 2019

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Would You Drink the First (New) Chernobyl Vodka?

Aug 15, 2019

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10 Fun California Rosés for $20 or Less

Tim Fish

Aug 12, 2019

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Cheese Across America

Sep 30, 2019

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Burgundy's Wild Ride

7 South African Wines to Grab Now at Under $20

10 Fun California Rosés for $20 or Less

9 Southern Rhône Wines for Late-Summer Sipping

8 Must-Try Napa Wines at 90+ Points

8 Fruit-Forward Douro Wines

Sauvignon Blanc Revolution

Against the Odds

9 California Pinot Noir Bargains

Alphabetical Guide to California Sauvignon Blanc

Alphabetical Guide to White Burgundy

Alphabetical Guide to New Zealand

8 Italian Bubblies for $18 or Less

8 West Coast Whites to Taste the Summer Rainbow

8 Spanish Whites from a Grape You Should Know

9 Under-$20 California Bargains

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