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Castellare di Castellina began in the 1970s as a union of four wineries, and today it produces wines from 81 acres of hillside vineyards.

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8 Diverse Chianti Classicos Up to 91 Points

Several Chianti Classico styles are on display in these new reviews of expressive Tuscan reds

Bruce Sanderson

Sep 10, 2020

France's Provence region is internationally recognized for its juicy rosés that pair well with cheeses, light salads and shellfish.

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15 Refreshing French Rosé Values

New reviews of impressive rosés from Provence, the Rhône Valley, Languedoc and more, up to 91 points and great for Labor Day weekend

Gillian Sciaretta

Sep 3, 2020

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Produttori del Barbaresco's 2015 Single-Vineyard Riservas

The cooperative's 2015 Nebbiolo riservas exude the warmth and character of the vintage

Bruce Sanderson

Sep 2, 2020

Summer may be nearing its end, but that doesn't mean it's time to stop sipping one of the many refreshing rosés the world has to offer.

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16 Global Rosés Up to 90 Points

New reviews of rosés from the West Coast, Italy, Spain and beyond that can make it feel like summer all year round

Aaron Romano

Aug 31, 2020

Yealands was founded in 2008 and now produces several Sauvignon Blancs from its sustainably grown vineyards in the Awatere Valley foothills.

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8 Vibrant New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs

New reviews of Sauvignon Blancs from Marlborough that mix intense flavors and crisp textures

MaryAnn Worobiec

Aug 27, 2020

The Rhine House, completed in 1884, is the centerpiece of the historic Beringer property, and was the residence of founder Frederick Beringer.

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10 Impressive California Chardonnays Up to 92 Points

New reviews of exciting and expressive Chardonnays from Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino

Kim Marcus

Aug 24, 2020

Based in the Aragón town of Munébrega, Bodegas Breca has specialized in Garnacha wines since it was founded in 2010.

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8 Lively Spanish Garnachas Under $20

Garnacha's complex and generous flavors are on display in these new reviews of Spanish red values

Thomas Matthews

Aug 20, 2020

Farm animals roam freely through Lou and Susan Preston's 125 acres of farmland and organically grown vines.

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9 Bold California Zinfandels Up to 90 Points

New reviews of reds from the exciting 2018 vintage, plus impressive 2017s, from Napa, Sonoma, Paso Robles and beyond

Augustus Weed

Aug 17, 2020

Enrique Forner founded Marqués de Cáceres in 1970, and today the Rioja winery taps 15- to 20-year-old Tempranillo vines to produce a bright rosado.

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9 Mouthwatering Rosés from Around the World

Beat the late-summer heat with these refreshing pink wines from the West Coast, Australia, South Africa and Spain

Gillian Sciaretta

Aug 13, 2020

Today, the Kunde family's fifth-generation of vintners farms 700 acres at their Sonoma winery, which dates to 1904.

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12 Exciting California White Wine Values for $30 or Less

New reviews of refreshing and affordable Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and more, from Napa, Sonoma and beyond

MaryAnn Worobiec

Aug 10, 2020

Snowmelt from the Andes mountain range provides vital water for vineyards in Mendoza.

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8 Argentine Malbec Values for $18 or Less

Argentina's Mendoza region is home to many of the world's most revered Malbecs, from high-end classics to incredible values like these

Kim Marcus

Aug 6, 2020

Sans Wine Co. sources grapes exclusively from organic vineyards for its minimal-intervention wines.

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Top-Rated Pop-Tops: 15 Recommended Wines in Cans

The number and quality of whites, reds and rosés in cans is on the rise. From California and Washington to Argentina and France, these cans deliver more than just value

Augustus Weed

Aug 3, 2020

Across the Rhône river from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Tavel is known for its bold, Grenache-based rosés.

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8 Bright Rosé Values from Southern France

Tour the south of France with these new reviews of bright and juicy rosés from the Southern Rhône Valley and Provence regions

Gillian Sciaretta

Jul 30, 2020

The team at Pinot Noir specialist MacRostie notched 91 points for their refined 2018 Sonoma Coast bottling.

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9 Knockout California Pinot Noirs at 90+ Points

New reviews of outstanding Pinot Noirs from Sonoma, Santa Barbara, Mendocino and beyond

Aaron Romano

Jul 27, 2020

The Frescobaldi family has been making wine in Tuscany for over 700 years.

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7 Food-Friendly Tuscan Reds at 90+ Points

Diverse Sangiovese-based wines from Chianti, Montalcino and Montepulciano, all priced at $24 or less

Eszter Balogh

Jul 23, 2020

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Oct 16, 2020

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Tasting Reports

8 Diverse Chianti Classicos Up to 91 Points

15 Refreshing French Rosé Values

Produttori del Barbaresco's 2015 Single-Vineyard Riservas

16 Global Rosés Up to 90 Points

8 Vibrant New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs

10 Impressive California Chardonnays Up to 92 Points

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9 Bold California Zinfandels Up to 90 Points

9 Mouthwatering Rosés from Around the World

12 Exciting California White Wine Values for $30 or Less

8 Argentine Malbec Values for $18 or Less

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