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Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who once called Prohibition a "stupendous blunder," enjoys a glass at a Democratic Party fundraiser in 1938.

What Do You Drink When You're the President? New Wine Book Tells All

From "Madeira Man" George Washington to JFK's obsession with James Bond–approved Champagne

Oct 16, 2020

The wines yearned for free run at Bodegas Vitivinos in Spain.

Punctured Tanks to Pilfered Grapes, Global Wine Crimes and Blunders Run Rampant

A Frenchman tries a self-checkout scam with a Grand Cru Bordeaux. A famed wine merchant falls prey to an elaborate heist

Oct 21, 2020

An avid surfer and musician, winemaker Taras Ochota found his calling in the cellar.

A Punk Rock Ode to Taras Ochota

The beloved Australian winemaker, who died this week, swam against the current, making outstanding low-intervention, lighter-styled wines and becoming a cult icon to the natural wine movement

Oct 15, 2020

Snack break: Firefighters responding to the Glass fire dig into a meal prepared by World Central Kitchen.

Wineries and Chefs Gear Up Charity Efforts for California Wildfire Relief

Some provided on-the-ground aid to deliver meals amid the blazes, while others are coming up with creative fundraisers

Oct 15, 2020

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Winemaking was an afterthought when Claudia Rizza and Ev Thomas bought their property in Umbria so that the artist could more easily travel in and out of Rome. Now it is the center of their life.

Winemaking was an afterthought when Claudia Rizza and Ev Thomas bought their property in Umbria so that the artist could more easily travel in and out of Rome. Now it is the center of their life.

For Love and Vino

An American artist makes a wine life in central Italy—and others follow

Oct 20, 2020

Petroski tweaks his winemaking to the character of each vintage to make the most of the vibrant fruit he harvests. Recently, he’s been experimenting with the oak regimen.

Modern Craftsman

From the Oct 31, 2020, issue

The town of Cahors, on the banks of the Lot River

A Locomotive in Cahors

From the Oct 31, 2020, issue

An avid surfer and musician, winemaker Taras Ochota found his calling in the cellar.

A Punk Rock Ode to Taras Ochota

Oct 15, 2020

The Bubble may have shrunk, but Josh Hart's thirst is still growing.

Wine Talk: NBA Ace Josh Hart's Bordeaux Bubble

Oct 9, 2020

Unfiltered

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The wines yearned for free run at Bodegas Vitivinos in Spain.

The wines yearned for free run at Bodegas Vitivinos in Spain.

Punctured Tanks to Pilfered Grapes, Global Wine Crimes and Blunders Run Rampant

A Frenchman tries a self-checkout scam with a Grand Cru Bordeaux. A famed wine merchant falls prey to an elaborate heist. A wine distributor defrauds investors with a Shark Tank product. And on, and on

Oct 21, 2020

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who once called Prohibition a "stupendous blunder," enjoys a glass at a Democratic Party fundraiser in 1938.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who once called Prohibition a "stupendous blunder," enjoys a glass at a Democratic Party fundraiser in 1938.

What Do You Drink When You're the President? New Wine Book Tells All

From "Madeira Man" George Washington to JFK's obsession with James Bond–approved Champagne, Wine and the White House reveals 1600 Pennsylvania pours of lore, told by an author who was there

Oct 16, 2020

Snack break: Firefighters responding to the Glass fire dig into a meal prepared by World Central Kitchen.

Snack break: Firefighters responding to the Glass fire dig into a meal prepared by World Central Kitchen.

Wineries and Chefs Gear Up Charity Efforts for California Wildfire Relief

Some provided on-the-ground aid to deliver meals amid the blazes, while others are coming up with creative fundraisers for victims with longer-term needs

Oct 15, 2020

Extra, Extra

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The wines yearned for free run at Bodegas Vitivinos in Spain.

The wines yearned for free run at Bodegas Vitivinos in Spain.

Punctured Tanks to Pilfered Grapes, Global Wine Crimes and Blunders Run Rampant

A Frenchman tries a self-checkout scam with a Grand Cru Bordeaux. A famed wine merchant falls prey to an elaborate heist. A wine distributor defrauds investors with a Shark Tank product. And on, and on

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who once called Prohibition a "stupendous blunder," enjoys a glass at a Democratic Party fundraiser in 1938.

What Do You Drink When You're the President? New Wine Book Tells All

The trail has already collected thousands of fans on the 19 miles completed so far.

Exclusive New Cabernets Pave the Way for 47-Mile Napa Vine Trail

Do a little dance, make a little wine: An illustration of how the Phoenicians likely operated the press in its heyday.

2,600-Year-Old Wine Press Discovered in Lebanon, but What Were They Drinking?

A tractor at Champagne Henriet-Bazin, armed with garlic spray. It is also rumored to ward off Champires.

Sex and Garlic: New Weapons Against the Most Notorious Vineyard Diseases?

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Sports

Sports

The Bubble may have shrunk, but Josh Hart's thirst is still growing.

The Bubble may have shrunk, but Josh Hart's thirst is still growing.

Wine Talk: NBA Ace Josh Hart's Bordeaux Bubble

The New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard picks out a roster of 5 favorite bottles, and blames LeBron James for "spoiling" him with elite wines

Moe Harkless is mastering the fundamentals.

Wine Talk: New York Knicks Star Moe Harkless Gets to the Rim

Two on one: Moe Harkless in his cellar with some new favorite bottles from The Prisoner Wine Company

NBA's Moe Harkless Teams with The Prisoner Wine

Black Eyed Peas member Taboo (right) was diagnosed with cancer in 2014; the band has long supported the American Cancer Society.

Black Eyed Peas, NFL Hall of Famers and More Boost Wine Charity Efforts

Sarah Jessica Parker calls in for in a "bleeeeending" session, gently mocks accents of New Zealand partners Rob Cameron (left) and Tim Lightbourne.

Sarah Jessica Parker, Graham Norton Take Up Home Winemaking on Zoom

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TV, Film & Theater

TV, Film & Theater

Footage from <i>Wine and War</i> shows agricultural properties in Lebanon in the line of fire from shelling.

Footage from <i>Wine and War</i> shows agricultural properties in Lebanon in the line of fire from shelling.

War-Torn Wine, 'Worst' Champagne Harvest: Two Gripping New Wine Documentaries Debut

Wine and War and Wine Crush (Vas-y Coupe!), out this week, feature a harrowing journey into Lebanon's winemaking amid civil war, and the travails of a cult Champagne grower

Sarah Jessica Parker calls in for in a "bleeeeending" session, gently mocks accents of New Zealand partners Rob Cameron (left) and Tim Lightbourne.

Sarah Jessica Parker, Graham Norton Take Up Home Winemaking on Zoom

You really can have both your mind on your gin and your wine on your mind.

Not-So Laid-Back: Snoop Dogg Releasing a New Gin, as His Wine Project Makes Big NAACP Donation

To boldly wine: Klingons (left), and the new United Federation of Planets Sauvignon Blanc and "extremely robust" Bloodwine Cabernet

New 'Star Trek' Klingon Bloodwine Is Here for You to Celebrate Vanquishing Your Enemies

From left: Ashanti Middleton, Tyshemia Ladson and Jasmine Dunn, in wine-grind mode

Discovery Channel's New 'I Quit' Show Stars Trio of Winemaker Entrepreneurs

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What?!

What?!

5 wild drinks that will make you the death of the party!

5 wild drinks that will make you the death of the party!

Squirrel Beer, Fish Whiskey, Poop Wine: 'Disgusting Food Museum' Opens Disgusting Drinks Exhibition

The curator of the now-infamous museum in Sweden told us what it was like to taste through the new collection of concoctions

A tractor at Champagne Henriet-Bazin, armed with garlic spray. It is also rumored to ward off Champires.

Sex and Garlic: New Weapons Against the Most Notorious Vineyard Diseases?

"Yo quiero Queenston Mile Vineyard" may not have the same ring to it, but the wine apparently hits the spot.

Taco Bell's 'Jalapeño Noir' Sells Out on Day Uno

To boldly wine: Klingons (left), and the new United Federation of Planets Sauvignon Blanc and "extremely robust" Bloodwine Cabernet

New 'Star Trek' Klingon Bloodwine Is Here for You to Celebrate Vanquishing Your Enemies

When Italy had to close its doors, a window opened.

Florence’s Renaissance ‘Wine Windows’ Reveal New Secret

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Music

Music

Black Eyed Peas member Taboo (right) was diagnosed with cancer in 2014; the band has long supported the American Cancer Society.

Black Eyed Peas member Taboo (right) was diagnosed with cancer in 2014; the band has long supported the American Cancer Society.

Black Eyed Peas, NFL Hall of Famers and More Boost Wine Charity Efforts

Barefoot Wines, Jackson Family Wines and others are making pushes to support kids' charities, COVID-impacted workers and wildfires victims

You really can have both your mind on your gin and your wine on your mind.

Not-So Laid-Back: Snoop Dogg Releasing a New Gin, as His Wine Project Makes Big NAACP Donation

Jon Bon Jovi (right) and his son, Jesse Bongiovi, are tuning up and pouring up for Friday's festivities.

Jon Bon Jovi Is Playing at Your House to Raise COVID Relief Money with His Rosé

Danica Patrick prepares for Rosé All Day (or, as it's called in the racing world, the 24 Hours of Rosé).

Danica Patrick, Kylie Minogue, Rock Band All Time Low Rev Up New Rosés

Mary J. Blige did her research before diving into Pinot Grigio.

Mary J. Blige’s Sun Goddess Puts Skin-Contact Pinot Grigio in the Spotlight

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Design

Design

To emphasize the sweeping 16-foot ceilings of the historic building in which she and Michael Schulson live, Nina Tinari designed extra-tall kitchen storage. The rustic upper shelves, with chicken wire–and-glass fronts, are accessible via a sliding ladder.

To emphasize the sweeping 16-foot ceilings of the historic building in which she and Michael Schulson live, Nina Tinari designed extra-tall kitchen storage. The rustic upper shelves, with chicken wire–and-glass fronts, are accessible via a sliding ladder.

A New Historic Home in Philly

The remodeled Rittenhouse Square home of restaurateurs Michael Schulson and Nina Tinari has vintage-inspired character to spare

Revel installed dramatic lighting in the cellar of Piyush Patel, who owns about 2,000 bottles.

Private Cellars

Collector Q&A: Piyush Patel, Oklahoma City

The design of wine collector Mike McCurdie's cellar mixes stone and wood elements for a variety of textures and tones.

Private Cellars

Collector Q&A: Mike McCurdie, Denver

The design for Jacqueline and Greg Monteferrario's luminous, glass cellar was inspired by their visits to Las Vegas.

Private Cellars

Collector Q&A: Jacqueline and Greg Monteferrario, New Jersey

The entrance to the Charlebois' glassed-in wine cellar

Private Cellars

Collector Q&A: Pierre-Luc and Vanessa Charlebois, Montréal

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