2021 marks the 40th iteration of Wine Spectator's annual tasting event, founded in 1981. The magazine’s commemorative coverage includes a history of the world’s preeminent fine-wine gathering, which raises funds for the Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation, a gallery of photo highlights from tastings and seminars over the years, and memories of the event from leaders in wine and food from around the world.
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