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Mendocino's Handley Cellars has been a pioneer and champion for Anderson Valley Pinot Noir since its founding in 1982.

10 Dazzling West Coast Pinot Noirs Up to 91 Points

Explore the Pinot Noirs of California and Oregon with these new reviews of reds from Sonoma, Mendocino and Willamette Valley

Jan 30, 2023

The steep hillside terraces of Graham's Quinta dos Malvedos estate bore the fruit for its 2020 Vintage Port, one of 10 classic-rated wines in this report.

Vintage Port 2020

The dark, lush 2020 Ports are in short supply but worth tracking down

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

Col Solare produced two outstanding reds, a Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, in this report.

Alphabetical Guide to Washington Wines

From the Mar 31, 2023, issue

Château Marquis d'Alesme Becker made one of this report's top Margaux values.

Alphabetical Guide to 2020 Bordeaux

From the Mar 31, 2023, issue

Marcos Eguren oversees winemaking at his family's winery, Sierra Cantabria, a leading name in Spain's Rioja region.

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8 Spanish and Portuguese Gems Up to 92 Points

These new reviews feature a range of impressive wines from the Iberian Peninsula, including Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Douro and more, most priced less than $25

Alison Napjus

Jan 26, 2023

Well-known for its Bordeaux-style wines, Sonoma County's Aperture Cellars also makes noteworthy Chenin Blanc.

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8 Exciting California Whites Up to 92 Points

Explore these new reviews of fresh and lively Chenin Blanc, Pinot Grigio, blends and more to enjoy during the winter months

Aaron Romano

Jan 23, 2023

McPrice “Mac” Meyers expresses the <i>terroir</i> of Paso Robles in his Beautiful Earth 2020 red blend.

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The Top 100 Wines of 2022: Wines 11 to 100

From the Dec 31, 2022, issue

The top wines of 2022 represent the most exciting bottles among the over 8,800 wines reviewed in blind tastings during the past year by our editors.

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The Top 100

Our annual roundup of the year’s most exciting wines

From the Dec 31, 2022, issue

Rhône domaine Alain Voge makes a range of wines throughout the region, including an impressive sparkler.

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12 Stunning French Wines Up to 92 Points

Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay and more feature in these new reviews of wines from the Rhône Valley, the Loire, Beaujolais and beyond, many priced less than $35

Larry Rubin

Jan 19, 2023

Our editors have rounded up the best wine values of 2022, rated 90 points or higher and priced at $40 or less.

Tasting Reports

Top 10 Values of 2022

Our editors spotlight the best-priced wines of the year

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

Under winemaker Trevor Durling's leadership, Beaulieu Vineyard is on a fast track to its former glory.

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2022 Wine Value of the Year

Our editors’ top pick from the best-priced wines of the year

Aaron Romano

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

Based in the heart of Bolgheri, Campo alla Sughera makes wine from a range of grape varieties.

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10 Gorgeous Italian Wines at 90+ Points

Barbaresco, Bolgheri, Franciacorta and much more feature in these new reviews of wines up to 93 points, many priced less than $35

Rachel Whiteman

Jan 12, 2023

For its regional bottling, St. Francis uses old vines across Sonoma, Russian River, Dry Creek and Alexander valleys.

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10 Stylish Sonoma Wines Up to 92 Points

Explore the California region’s diverse landscape with these new reviews of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and more

Aaron Romano

Jan 9, 2023

The vineyards of Pascal Jolivet outside the town of Sancerre

Tasting Reports

Why Americans Love Sancerre

Vintners’ focus on site-specific bottlings is boosting complexity in these Loire Valley whites

Kristen Bieler

From the Dec 15, 2022, issue

The youngest members of the Vacheron family, of Le Clos du Caillou and now Domaine de Panisse, are part of a wave of Rhône winemakers seeking freshness and elegance in old vines.

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Alphabetical Guide to the Rhône

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

While 2020’s hot weather led some winemakers, such as Sogrape’s Luis Sotomayor, not to make a general declaration, many houses still managed to produce outstanding wines.

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Alphabetical Guide to Port

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

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