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Fess Parker makes showstopping Chardonnay from its estate vineyards in Santa Barbara's Sta. Rita Hills appellation.

8 Outstanding Wines to Explore California's Central Coast

Take a look at the coastal region with these new reviews of Chardonnay, Zinfandel and more from acclaimed terroirs, rated 90 points or higher

Apr 24, 2023

Chianti Classico's Dievole is one of the worldwide estates owned by leading wine entrepreneur Alejandro Bulgheroni.

12 Outstanding Global Wines Up to 93 Points

Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet, Zinfandel and more feature in these new reviews of stunning wines from California, France, Italy and beyond, many priced $35 or less

Apr 20, 2023

Cambria winemaker Jill Russell makes noteworthy, yet affordable Chardonnay from estate vineyards in Santa Maria Valley.

8 Excellent California Values for $30 or Less

New reviews of well-priced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet and more from the Golden State's Napa Valley, Santa Barbara and beyond, up to 92 points

Apr 17, 2023

Based in New Zealand's Marlborough region, Rapaura Springs offers a wide range of impressive, yet affordable wines.

10 Delectable Values Priced $20 or Less

Find a new favorite with these fresh reviews of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma Chardonnay, Chianti, Rioja and more up to 93 points

Apr 13, 2023

Rombauer's Sauvignon Blanc vineyard in Carneros

Tasting Reports

Upward Trajectory

Crisp and aromatic, California Sauvignon Blanc is surging in quality

MaryAnn Worobiec

From the May 31, 2023, issue

One of the Côte de Nuits' most historic vineyards, Clos de Vougeot shined in the 2020 vintage, yielding a range of top-scoring reds from some of Burgundy's leading domaines.

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Burgundy Shifts Gears

The powerful 2020 reds reflect vintners’ adept response to warmer growing seasons

Bruce Sanderson

From the May 31, 2023, issue

In the Apalta vineyards of Lapostolle, winemaker Andrea León crafts complex reds that reveal a sense of place.

Tasting Reports

Chile's Brave New World

Chilean winemakers seek to captivate a global audience with terroir-driven reds

Aaron Romano

From the May 31, 2023, issue

Seghesio Family Vineyards has been farming Zinfandel in Sonoma for more than 125 years.

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10 Zesty California Zinfandels at 90+ Points

Featuring wines from Napa and Sonoma, these new reviews spotlight one of the Golden State's signature grapes

Tim Fish

Apr 10, 2023

Pierre Amadieu has helped bring global attention to the wines of Gigondas in the Southern Rhône Valley.

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8 Tempting Southern Rhône Reds Up to 93 Points

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, Gigondas and more star in these new reviews of wines from France's Rhône Valley, most priced $30 or less

Kristen Bieler

Apr 6, 2023

Carmen (left) and Eva Dehlinger are at the helm of their family's Russian River Valley estate, taking over from their father, Tom.

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10 Stunning Sonoma Chardonnays at 90+ Points

New reviews of California whites that show the intersection of quality and value among celebrated Chardonnay terroirs, with several values priced less than $35

MaryAnn Worobiec

Apr 3, 2023

Alois Lageder is a leading, innovative wine estate in Northern Italy's mountainous Alto Adige region.

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12 Charming Italian Wines Up to 93 Points

Prosecco, Chianti Classico, Pinot Grigio and more feature in these new reviews of white, red and sparkling wines from across Italy, most priced $30 or less

Rachel Whiteman

Mar 30, 2023

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Romanée-Conti cuvée is one of its most sought-after—and highest priced—wines.

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Serene Elegance: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s 2020 Lineup

Classic-quality Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays headline DRC's 2020 lineup of premier and grand cru Burgundies

Bruce Sanderson

Mar 29, 2022

Dating to 1862 and featuring Napa's oldest wine caves, Schramsberg has been devoted to bubbly since Jack and Jamie Davies purchased the estate in 1965.

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10 Spirited Sparklers from Around the Globe

Find a go-to bubbly with these new reviews of Prosecco, Cava and more from California, France, Italy and beyond, rated up to 92 points and most priced $35 or less

Aaron Romano

Mar 27, 2023

Siblings Mathilde and Hubert Grivot represent the new generation at Domaine Jean Grivot, and also made one of the highest-rated 2020s in this report.

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From the May 31, 2023, issue

At the foot of the Andes mountains, Viña Quebrada de Macul produces two fantastic Cabernet Sauvignons featured in this report.

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Alphabetical Guide to Chile

From the May 31, 2023, issue

The team at Trois Noix made one of the best single-vineyard Sauvignon Blancs in this year's report.

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Alphabetical Guide to California Sauvignon Blanc

From the May 31, 2023, issue

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