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Tim Fröhlich harvests grapes with his wife, Nicole, in the old-vine, slate-rich vineyards of his Schäfer-Fröhlich estate in the Nahe, which yielded the top-scoring dry Riesling from 2018.

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Alphabetical Guide to Germany

From the Aug 31, 2020, issue

Most of Australia’s vineyards avoided a direct hit from the country’s recent bushfires, yet some vintners, including Bruce Tyrrell in Hunter Valley, lost portions of their crops to smoke taint.

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Alphabetical Guide to Australia

From the Aug 31, 2020, issue

Artesa winemaker Ana Diogo-Draper is a leader in the push toward a less oaky, more restrained style of Chardonnay, producing fresh and refined versions from her winery’s Carneros vineyards.

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Alphabetical Guide to California Chardonnay

From the Aug 31, 2020, issue

The Bethel Heights estate was founded in 1909 as a walnut grove; the Casteel family started planting vineyards here in 1977.

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8 Alluring Oregon Pinot Noirs Rated 90+ Points

New reviews of outstanding reds from Oregon's Willamette Valley

Tim Fish

Jun 22, 2020

France's Northern Rhône Valley is a benchmark region for Syrah.

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8 Exciting Rhône Wines

New reviews of red, white and rosé wines from France's Rhône Valley, up to 92 points

James Molesworth

Jun 18, 2020

Cycling adventures are also on the menu at Clif Family.

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10 West Coast Wines to Welcome Summer

New reviews of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir rosé and more from Sonoma, Paso Robles, Oregon and Washington, up to 91 points

Augustus Weed

Jun 15, 2020

Il Molino di Grace's vineyards were established more than 350 years ago.

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8 Impressive Chianti Classico Values

Vibrant Sangioveses from Tuscany up to 92 points, all priced at less than $30

Bruce Sanderson

Jun 9, 2020

Ferrari-Carano's Sangiovese rosé is a tribute to the Sonoma winery's Italian heritage.

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9 Lively California Rosés for $20 or Less

New reviews of pink wines from Sonoma, Mendocino and beyond, perfect for summer entertaining

Tim Fish

Jun 8, 2020

New Zealand's Marlborough region boasts nearly 50,000 acres of vineyards.

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8 Juicy Sauvignon Blanc Values

New reviews of 2019 Sauvignon Blancs from New Zealand's Marlborough region, all priced at $18 or less

MaryAnn Worobiec

Jun 4, 2020

Hirsch Vineyards, which started planting Pinot Noir in 1980, is a Sonoma Coast pioneer.

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8 Outstanding Sonoma Pinot Noirs

New reviews of Pinot Noirs from Sonoma Coast and Russian River Valley, all earning 90 points or more

Aaron Romano

Jun 1, 2020

Founded in 2000, Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel has 198 acres of vines in Ribera del Duero.

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8 Red Values from Ribera del Duero

New reviews of Spanish Tempranillos up to 92 points, and under $30

Thomas Matthews

May 28, 2020

Vasse Felix, founded in 1967, is Margaret River's oldest wine estate.

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8 Diverse Australian Red Wine Values

New reviews of Shiraz, Cabernet, Pinot Noir and more from Coonawarra, Margaret River and beyond

MaryAnn Worobiec

May 21, 2020

Founded in 1969, Cuvaison is a Carneros pioneer, focusing on estate-grown wines from its 200-acre property.

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9 Outstanding California Chardonnays

New reviews of Golden State Chardonnays from Napa, Sonoma and Carneros, all earning 90 points or more

Kim Marcus

May 18, 2020

Owen Roe has been making wine in Washington's Yakima Valley since 1999.

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8 Winning Washington Wines

New reviews of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Gris and more

Tim Fish

May 14, 2020

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Celebrate Summer

Across the globe, high quality sparkling wines are more affordable than ever

Keith Newton

From the Jun 30, 2020, issue

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Aug 6, 2020

Tory and Britt McPhail designed their home in the historic Greek Revival style, including a double gallery and tall colonnades.

Wine & Design: At Home in a Pandemic

Aug 6, 2020

Union Wine Co.'s Underwood cans can't come off the line fast enough.

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Aug 3, 2020

You can only choose one. Also, is that really 5 ounces?

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Aug 5, 2020

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Aug 5, 2020

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Alphabetical Guide to Germany

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9 Lively California Rosés for $20 or Less

8 Juicy Sauvignon Blanc Values

8 Outstanding Sonoma Pinot Noirs

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