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Ramey’s Westside Farms estate vineyard is a primary source for the winery’s Russian River Valley Chardonnay.

10 Outstanding California Chardonnays

New reviews of white wines from Napa, Sonoma, Santa Barbara and beyond, all earning 90 points or more

Apr 12, 2021

While Emilio Moro is well-known for its powerful reds, the estate also makes rich and fresh whites in Spain's Bierzo region.

10 Delicious Spanish Whites for $24 or Less

New reviews of impressive Albariño, Verdejo, Grenache Blanc and more up to 90 points

Apr 8, 2021

Quality and Quantity: Produttori del Barbaresco's 2016 Single-Vineyard Riservas

The cooperative's 2016 Nebbiolo riservas are the best yet among a recent run of excellent vintages

Apr 7, 2021

Shafer’s winemaker Elias Fernandez harvests the Syrah grapes for Relentless from an estate vineyard located south of the winery, in the white powdery soils in the mountains east of the valley.

Open Range

Led by Syrah, California Rhônes expand the map for distinctive reds

From the May 31, 2021, issue

Santenay, one of the Côte de Beaune’s top regions for value, yielded a number of outstanding examples in 2018.

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Some Like It Hot

Amid a run of warmer vintages, Burgundy producers find success with their 2018 reds

Bruce Sanderson

From the May 31, 2021, issue

The climate is the leading factor in what makes Chile such an optimal spot for grapegrowing, and a variety of soil types provide a wealth of distinctive terroirs.

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Playbook for Progress

Chile’s top producers up their game with stellar values and ageable gems

Kim Marcus

From the May 31, 2021, issue

Founded in 1986, Gloria Ferrer was the first sparkling wine house in California's Carneros region.

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8 Lively U.S. Bubblies Up to 92 Points

New reviews of impressive sparklers from California, Oregon and Colorado, all priced at $40 or less

Tim Fish

Apr 5, 2021

Based near Seneca Lake, Forge has expanded its lineup to a dozen Riesling bottlings in just a decade.

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11 Vibrant Finger Lakes Rieslings Up to 92 Points

New reviews of white wines from New York's premier Riesling region, most priced at $24 or less

James Molesworth

Apr 1, 2021

J. Lohr farms more than 2,700 acres of Paso Robles vineyards, most planted to Cabernet Sauvignon.

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13 California Value Reds Up to 91 points

New reviews of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and more from Napa, Sonoma, Paso Robles and beyond, all priced at $40 or less

Kim Marcus

Mar 29, 2021

Now under the ownership of Spanish producer Gonzàlez Byass, Casablanca estate Veramonte is at the forefront of the push toward sustainability and organic winemaking in Chile, sourcing flavorful values from its coastal vineyards.

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Alphabetical Guide to Chile

From the May 31, 2021, issue

Perched on the east-facing slopes of Mount Veeder, Lagier Meredith’s Syrah vineyards date back to 1998 and 2001.

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Alphabetical Guide to California Rhône-Style Wines

From the May 31, 2021, issue

Vincent and Sophie Morey made a number of excellent values in 2018 by picking at the right time and controlling yields.

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Alphabetical Guide to Red Burgundy

From the May 31, 2021, issue

There are many refreshing styles of pink Prosecco, from the crisp and minerally to the rich and spicy.

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22 Prosecco Rosés to Get Spring Started

Explore Italy's new sparkling appellation with these fresh reviews of pink bubblies priced at $20 or less

Alison Napjus

Mar 25, 2021

Surrounded by 115-year-old vines, Ridge’s environmentally friendly Lytton Springs estate offers impressive Zinfandels.

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9 Outstanding Napa and Sonoma Reds

New reviews of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel from Northern California, all earning 90 points or more

Aaron Romano

Mar 22, 2021

Founded near Lake Garda in 1960, Veneto winery Zenato has helped draw attention to the region's wines.

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8 Satisfying Veneto Reds Up to 91 Points

New reviews of Valpolicellas and more from the northeastern Italian region, priced under $30

Alison Napjus

Mar 18, 2021

Some of the most intriguing values coming out of the Golden State are a group of alternative reds and whites made from less-familiar grapes.

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California Dreamin’

Our editors select their favorite values from the Golden State, with something for everyone

Keith Newton

From the Apr 30, 2021, issue

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10 Outstanding California Chardonnays

10 Delicious Spanish Whites for $24 or Less

Quality and Quantity: Produttori del Barbaresco's 2016 Single-Vineyard Riservas

Open Range

Some Like It Hot

Playbook for Progress

8 Lively U.S. Bubblies Up to 92 Points

11 Vibrant Finger Lakes Rieslings Up to 92 Points

13 California Value Reds Up to 91 points

Alphabetical Guide to Chile

Alphabetical Guide to California Rhône-Style Wines

Alphabetical Guide to Red Burgundy

22 Prosecco Rosés to Get Spring Started

9 Outstanding Napa and Sonoma Reds

8 Satisfying Veneto Reds Up to 91 Points

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