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The only thing these two can agree on is that American cheese rules.

On-Screen Menu: Our Editors’ Latest Favorite Starring Roles for Wine

These binge-worthy films and TV shows—The Menu, The Bear, The Last of Us, You, Emily in Paris and more—have put wine and cooking back in the spotlight. But how realistic is it?

Mar 10, 2023

Emeril Lagasse and José Andrés at the 2022 Wine Experience Chefs' Challenge

2022 Wine Experience: Chefs' Challenge, Part 2

José Andrés, Emeril Lagasse, Danny Meyer and Eric Ripert returned to New York for our annual wine-pairing battle

Mar 16, 2023

At Suavia, three of the Tessari sisters—from left to right: Valentina, Alessandra and Meri—are placing more emphasis on single-vineyard bottlings and on showcasing the quality Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave can achieve on their own.

The Soave Sisters

From a remote Veneto hamlet, three siblings have become leaders in Italian white wine

Mar 8, 2023

This parched landscape was once home to a presumably thriving pub most likely serving beer, onions, wild birds, lamb and goat.

Uncorking the Mysteries of a 5,000-Year-Old Tavern on the Tigris

Researchers are piecing together a uniquely preserved ancient eatery, complete with Bronze Age "fridge"

Mar 2, 2023

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Even beverage professionals have their tried-and-true drinks to end the night.

Even beverage professionals have their tried-and-true drinks to end the night.

Sommelier Roundtable: What’s Your Favorite Post-Shift Drink?

11 wine pros share their go-to drinks for relaxing after work

At Suavia, three of the Tessari sisters—from left to right: Valentina, Alessandra and Meri—are placing more emphasis on single-vineyard bottlings and on showcasing the quality Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave can achieve on their own.

The Soave Sisters

Mar 8, 2023

Damien Graef is celebrating almost 10 years of running the wine shop Bibber & Bell in Brooklyn, while also running a dining room high above Philly.

Sommelier Talk: Damien Graef of Jean-Georges Philadelphia

The Dunn family cycles Wildlake Ranch Preserve on Howell Mountain in Napa Valley.

Wine and Wellness

From the Apr 30, 2023, issue

At G.D. Vajra, Giuseppe Vaira has experimented with how Nebbiolo wines were made in the 1600s and 1700s—as light and fizzy reds.

Alt-Nebbiolo, Anyone?

Feb 28, 2023

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The only thing these two can agree on is that American cheese rules.

The only thing these two can agree on is that American cheese rules.

On-Screen Menu: Our Editors’ Latest Favorite Starring Roles for Wine

These binge-worthy films and TV shows—The Menu, The Bear, The Last of Us, You, Emily in Paris and more—have put wine and cooking back in the spotlight. But how realistic is it?

Mar 10, 2023

This parched landscape was once home to a presumably thriving pub most likely serving beer, onions, wild birds, lamb and goat.

This parched landscape was once home to a presumably thriving pub most likely serving beer, onions, wild birds, lamb and goat.

Uncorking the Mysteries of a 5,000-Year-Old Tavern on the Tigris

Researchers are piecing together a uniquely preserved ancient eatery, complete with Bronze Age "fridge," where onions and beer were likely a popular pairing

Mar 2, 2023

U.S. President Richard Nixon rigorously trained in Chinese culture, including mastering chopsticks, before his visit to the People's Republic of China in 1972.

U.S. President Richard Nixon rigorously trained in Chinese culture, including mastering chopsticks, before his visit to the People's Republic of China in 1972.

‘Dinner with the President’ Spills New and Old Tales of White House Wines

My Life in France co-author Alex Prud’homme’s newest book examines the food and wine served at some of the dinners that shaped America

Feb 17, 2023

Extra, Extra

Extra, Extra

This parched landscape was once home to a presumably thriving pub most likely serving beer, onions, wild birds, lamb and goat.

This parched landscape was once home to a presumably thriving pub most likely serving beer, onions, wild birds, lamb and goat.

Uncorking the Mysteries of a 5,000-Year-Old Tavern on the Tigris

Researchers are piecing together a uniquely preserved ancient eatery, complete with Bronze Age "fridge," where onions and beer were likely a popular pairing

"You said to put the Spain wine in the Bordeaux tanker, right?!"

Perpetrators of Massive Wine Fraud Sentenced to House Arrest in France

Which bottle would <em>you</em> choose?

Spree of 6-Figure Wine Cellar Heists Puts Somms and Retailers on High Alert

The 15th-century Newport Ship was more than 100 feet long and carried more than 200,000 bottles of wine.

Worth the Wait? 15th-Century Wine Ship Resurrection Remains Years Away

Counterfeit fine wines range from the highly sophisticated to the … less so.

Counterfeit Lafite, Penfolds Seized in $150 Million Fake Wine Bust

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Sports

Sports

So long, 2022!

So long, 2022!

Best of Unfiltered 2022

From Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s legal battle over Château Miraval to a $13 million wine scam to Hollywood’s most haunting wine cellar, here are our Top 10 pop culture moments of 2022

Tim Lenihan and Sidney Rice both believe in Walla Walla, Washington's great vinous potential.

Sidney Rice and Tim Lenihan Tout Teamwork at Washington's Dossier Wines

Formula 1 star Daniel Ricciardo takes it slow with a glass of DR3 x St Hugo Cabernet.

Formula 1 Star Daniel Ricciardo Refuels with Australia’s St Hugo Winery

NBA star James "The Beard" Harden says J-Harden x J-Shed isn't just about taste—it's about swag.

Sixers Star James Harden Puts the Beard on the Bottle

Judy and Scott Pruett have yet another new accolade to celebrate.

California Vintner Scott Pruett Races into Motorsports Press Hall of Fame

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TV, Film & Theater

TV, Film & Theater

The only thing these two can agree on is that American cheese rules.

The only thing these two can agree on is that American cheese rules.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

On-Screen Menu: Our Editors’ Latest Favorite Starring Roles for Wine

These binge-worthy films and TV shows—The Menu, The Bear, The Last of Us, You, Emily in Paris and more—have put wine and cooking back in the spotlight. But how realistic is it?

So long, 2022!

Best of Unfiltered 2022

French singer-actor-poker pro Patrick Bruel inspects his Grenache harvest in Provence for Domaine de Leos.

French Star Patrick Bruel Bets on Rosé with Jaboulet

Bravo TV star Lisa Rinna's new line of wines includes a sparkling rosé from southern France.

New Real Housewines from Bravo TV Stars Lisa Rinna and Andy Cohen

From left: White Lotus' Daphne (Meghann Fahy), Cameron (Theo James), Harper (Aubrey Plaza) and Ethan (Will Sharpe) explore Planeta's Sciaranuova vineyard.

Sicily’s Planeta Winery Hosts ‘The White Lotus’

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What?!

What?!

Installation art or bad parking job? This truck became encased in concrete after driving onto recently repaired Adelaida Road.

Installation art or bad parking job? This truck became encased in concrete after driving onto recently repaired Adelaida Road.

Folly Follows Flood in Paso Robles Wine Country

After heavy rains washed out Adelaida Road, a county road crew quickly rebuilt it. If only the story ended there …

So long, 2022!

Best of Unfiltered 2022

Invivo & Co. co-founders Rob Cameron (left) and Tim Lightbourne have chartered a Swedish-built Saab 340 for their maiden voyage.

Can Kiwis Fly? New Zealand's Invivo Air Prepares to Take Flight

Rich Uncle Pennybags, aka Mr. Monopoly, was unavailable for comment.

Monopoly Lands on Silverado Trail

Actress and Archer Roose wines co-owner Elizabeth Banks says we all deserve the snake of our dreams.

Elizabeth Banks Pairs Wine with … Live Snakes?

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Music

Music

French singer-actor-poker pro Patrick Bruel inspects his Grenache harvest in Provence for Domaine de Leos.

French singer-actor-poker pro Patrick Bruel inspects his Grenache harvest in Provence for Domaine de Leos.

French Star Patrick Bruel Bets on Rosé with Jaboulet

The singer-actor–poker pro goes all in on an organic Provence rosé with the Rhône vigneron

Brandi Carlile says she wrote much of her latest album with a glass of wine handy.

Brandi Carlile Believes Wine Can Make a Difference

Singer-songwriter Josh Groban contemplates the spirit of Joshgiving.

Josh Groban Celebrates Joshgiving with Josh Cellars

Trisha Yearwood says the most important rule for wine is to drink what you like.

Trisha Yearwood

R&B star Usher settles in for his Vegas residency with a glass of Usher x 1738 A.I. Powered Rémy Martin Accord Royal Cognac.

Smooth Duet: Usher and Rémy Martin Cognac

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Design

Design

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

The Fine Art of Shopping Carte

Vintage French maps from Louis Larmat are a beautiful way to learn wine regions

“We really want people to have a unique, holistic sensory experience that draws on our passions of wine, nature, art, design and architecture.”—Angelica de Vere Mabray, Donum CEO

Donum Debuts Dazzling Glass Structure

On a whim, a family of wine lovers began digging their own cave in Hill Country. With the aid of architect Brian Korte, they were able to bring their dream to fruition.

Private Cellars

Texas Tunnel Vision

Côte Rocheuse’s new winery on the Black Sea coast takes inspiration from landscape, offering functional design.

Form and Function in Russia

“Our job is to show the wine in its very best light, to let the consumer taste what the winemaker intended.”—Georg Riedel

Shape of Things to Come

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