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The Bourgeois family of winery Henri Bourgeois has worked vineyards in France's Loire Valley for 10 generations, primarily in the hills of Sancerre.

9 Global Sauvignon Blancs Up to 91 Points

Sauvignon Blanc's diverse styles are on display in these new reviews of wines from New Zealand, France, South Africa and Chile

Oct 15, 2020

Following a longtime dream, Eric Lemelson planted his first vineyard in 1995, and today his family owns and farms 120 acres of organic vineyards.

10 Vibrant Oregon Pinot Noirs at 90+ Points

New reviews of outstanding 2018 and 2017 Pinot Noirs from top wineries in Willamette Valley

Nov 23, 2020

The 2020 Georges Duboeuf label features a painting by California-based artist Maeve Croghan.

2020 Beaujolais Nouveau: Celebrating Bright Wines in a Dim Year

9 wines reviewed reveal Gamays of lively character with ripe fruit flavors

Nov 19, 2020

Whether it's a sparkler from Napa or a sweet red from southern France, wine is a tasty addition to Thanksgiving dinner.

9 Delicious Wines for Thanksgiving

To help you plan your Thanksgiving pairings, our editors have selected these new reviews of impressive wines from California, France, Italy and beyond

Nov 19, 2020

Vintners Eduarda Dias and Luís Patrão make outstanding reds at their Vadio estate in coastal Bairrada, where the local grape Baga yields expressive versions from the region's singular <i>terroirs.</i>

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From the Nov 30, 2020, issue

Having trained at Hemel-en-Aarde pioneer Hamilton Russell, Berene Sauls has found success in her own right, making outstanding Pinot Noir at her Tesselaarsdal label.

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From the Nov 30, 2020, issue

Perched above the valley floor, Sterling Vineyards is one of Napa's most recognizable wineries.

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9 Outstanding Napa Cabernet Values

New reviews of California reds that show Napa's potential for making affordable Cabernet Sauvignons, each earning 90 points or more

Aaron Romano

Nov 16, 2020

Marotti Campi's estate stretches across 296 acres in Morro d'Alba, much of it devoted to the grapes Verdicchio and Lacrima.

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8 Refreshing Value Whites from Italy

Explore Italy's diverse wine styles with these new reviews of affordable whites from Tuscany, Piedmont, Marche and beyond

Alison Napjus

Nov 12, 2020

The Hahn family taps their 1,100 acres of vineyards in Monterey to make wines that balance quality and value.

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13 Exciting California Values for $25 or Less

New reviews of Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and more from Napa, Mendocino, Monterey and beyond

Augustus Weed

Nov 9, 2020

Familia Zuccardi's vineyards are replenished by snowmelt from the nearby Andes mountains.

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8 Captivating Malbec Values from Argentina

Malbec's complexity and focus are on display in these new reviews of affordable wines from Mendoza

Kim Marcus

Nov 5, 2020

The historic town of Saumur lies along the Loire River in the heart of Chenin Blanc country.

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The Magic of Chenin

The Loire Valley's signature grape offers expressions from dry to sweet to sparkling

Aleks Zecevic

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

A recent vertical tasting of 33 wines, starting with the 1956

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Return to Glory

A vertical tasting of Martini Cabernet reveals generational change and new highs ahead

James Molesworth

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

A few top bottlings from the 2016 and 2017 vintages of California Cabernet

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Out of the Frying Pan ...

From heat waves to wildfires, California Cabernet Sauvignon was put to the test in 2017

James Molesworth

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

Domaine Carneros is widely known for its sparkling wines, but it also makes Pinot Noirs from its 400 acres of estate vineyards in Carneros.

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12 Pinot Noirs to Explore California

New reviews of Golden State Pinot Noirs from Sonoma, Napa, Santa Barbara and beyond, up to 91 points

Aaron Romano

Nov 2, 2020

To create Domaine Belargus, businessman Ivan Massonnat (left) bought the Anjou estate of vintner Jo Pithon and enlisted him as a consultant. Launched in 2018, Belargus is already finding success, with six outstanding Chenins this year.

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From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

Adobe Road sources Cabernet from the Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard.

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Alphabetical Guide to California Cabernet

From the Nov 15, 2020, issue

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Nov 20, 2020

2020 Beaujolais Nouveau: Celebrating Bright Wines in a Dim Year

Nov 19, 2020

Hugo Ortega's Thanksgiving quail is stuffed with ingredients that lend warm, festive flavors, like apples, plantains and ground clove.

Hugo Ortega’s Sweet-and-Savory Stuffed Quail Feast for Thanksgiving

Nov 17, 2020

9 Outstanding Napa Cabernet Values

Nov 16, 2020

These gifts range from stocking-stuffer essentials to top-notch glassware to luxurious splurges for collectors.

2020 Gift Guide: Editors’ Favorite Wine Accessories

Nov 16, 2020

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Nov 20, 2020

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2020 Beaujolais Nouveau: Celebrating Bright Wines in a Dim Year

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Hugo Ortega’s Sweet-and-Savory Stuffed Quail Feast for Thanksgiving

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Nov 17, 2020

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Nov 16, 2020

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9 Global Sauvignon Blancs Up to 91 Points

10 Vibrant Oregon Pinot Noirs at 90+ Points

2020 Beaujolais Nouveau: Celebrating Bright Wines in a Dim Year

9 Delicious Wines for Thanksgiving

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Alphabetical Guide to South Africa

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