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The latest rosés are starting to hit the market, signaling sunnier days ahead.

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12 Shades of West Coast Rosé Up to 90 Points

New reviews of stylish blushes from California, Oregon and Washington, all priced under $30

Aaron Romano

Apr 18, 2022

Stark-Condé organically farms high-altitude vineyards in Stellenbosch's Jonkershoek Valley.

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9 Stellar South African Wines Up to 92 Points

New reviews of impressive Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and more, with plenty priced $30 or less

Larry Rubin

Apr 14, 2022

Located in Walla Walla Valley, Dunham's 70-acre Kenny Hill estate vineyard is a primary source for its noteworthy Cabernet Sauvignon.

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10 Marvelous Washington Reds at 90+ Points

Dive into the Evergreen State with these new reviews of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and blends, many priced $35 or less

Tim Fish

Apr 11, 2022

The Maipo Valley vineyards of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Chile

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The Mystique of Maipo

How Chile’s top region sets itself apart

Aaron Romano

From the May 31, 2022, issue

Founded by Bill and Ross Spence, Matua has pioneered New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc since the 1970s.

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8 Delectable New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs Under $30

Travel through New Zealand's acclaimed Marlborough region with these new reviews of value whites up to 92 points

April Louis

Apr 7, 2022

The Côte de Beaune’s famous hill of Corton—where the historic cuverie of Louis Latour lies amid the appellation's <em>grands crus</em> vineyards—yielded some of 2019s highest-rated red Burgundies.

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In the Heights

The 2019 vintage in Burgundy delivers stunning Pinot Noirs at record prices

Bruce Sanderson

From the May 31, 2022, issue

Klinker Brick Winery showcases old-vine Zinfandel in many of its noteworthy and affordable Lodi bottlings.

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10 Distinctive Golden State Values Up to 91 Points

New reviews of well-priced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and more from leading California appellations, priced $25 or less

Aaron Romano

Apr 4, 2022

Workers harvest grapes at Maison Albert Bichot, whose Côte de Nuits vineyards yielded a number of exceptional reds in 2019.

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From the May 31, 2022, issue

Winemaker Emily Faulconer oversees production at Viña Carmen, Chile’s first and oldest winery.

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Alphabetical Guide to Chile

From the May 31, 2022, issue

Vintner Nik Weis uses grapes from several acclaimed vineyards along Germany's Mosel river.

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8 Outstanding Values from Around the Globe

Discover Germany, Italy, Argentina and Spain with these new reviews of impressive and affordable Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Malbec and more, up to 93 points

Larry Rubin

Mar 31, 2022

Hanzell sits at the southern tip of the Mayacamas mountain range, and produces both noteworthy Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs.

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8 Diverse Northern California Pinot Noirs Up to 91 Points

New reviews of reds from Sonoma, Carneros and Mendocino, many priced less than $30

Aaron Romano

Mar 28, 2022

Together with his son Giovanni, Campania's Salvatore Molettieri farms about 13 acres of vineyards in Montemarano.

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8 Spirited Southern Italian Wines for $30 or Less

Jump into Italy's Campania and Basilicata regions with these new reviews of affordable Aglianico, Fiano and more, up to 92 points

Alison Napjus

Mar 24, 2022

Based in Russian River Valley, MacRostie makes a range of noteworthy wines from vineyards throughout Sonoma, including impressive Chardonnay.

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8 Outstanding Napa and Sonoma Chardonnays

Discover two of California's leading Chardonnay regions with these new reviews of white wines up to 92 points

MaryAnn Worobiec

Mar 21, 2022

Founded in 1958, Bodegas Borsao specializes in several grape varieties in Spain's Campo de Borja region.

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8 Delectable Spanish Reds for $25 or Less

Spain's strengths are on display in these new reviews of Tempranillo, Garnacha and more from Rioja and beyond, up to 91 points

Alison Napjus

Mar 17, 2022

Aubert de Villaine says Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's newest vintage is the first of its kind in more than 150 years.

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Power and Grace: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s 2019 Lineup

Aubert de Villaine introduces a new grand cru white to the DRC lineup, and the legendary Burgundy domaine's two new co-directors

Bruce Sanderson

Mar 16, 2022

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12 Shades of West Coast Rosé Up to 90 Points

9 Stellar South African Wines Up to 92 Points

10 Marvelous Washington Reds at 90+ Points

The Mystique of Maipo

8 Delectable New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs Under $30

In the Heights

10 Distinctive Golden State Values Up to 91 Points

Alphabetical Guide to Red Burgundy

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8 Outstanding Values from Around the Globe

8 Diverse Northern California Pinot Noirs Up to 91 Points

8 Spirited Southern Italian Wines for $30 or Less

8 Outstanding Napa and Sonoma Chardonnays

8 Delectable Spanish Reds for $25 or Less

Power and Grace: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s 2019 Lineup

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