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Tasting Reports

The top wines of 2022 represent the most exciting bottles among the over 8,800 wines reviewed in blind tastings during the past year by our editors.

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The Top 100

Our annual roundup of the year’s most exciting wines

From the Dec 31, 2022, issue

Rhône domaine Alain Voge makes a range of wines throughout the region, including an impressive sparkler.

Tasting Highlights

12 Stunning French Wines Up to 92 Points

Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay and more feature in these new reviews of wines from the Rhône Valley, the Loire, Beaujolais and beyond, many priced less than $35

Larry Rubin

Jan 19, 2023

Our editors have rounded up the best wine values of 2022, rated 90 points or higher and priced at $40 or less.

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Top 10 Values of 2022

Our editors spotlight the best-priced wines of the year

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

Under winemaker Trevor Durling's leadership, Beaulieu Vineyard is on a fast track to its former glory.

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2022 Wine Value of the Year

Our editors’ top pick from the best-priced wines of the year

Aaron Romano

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

Based in the heart of Bolgheri, Campo alla Sughera makes wine from a range of grape varieties.

Tasting Highlights

10 Gorgeous Italian Wines at 90+ Points

Barbaresco, Bolgheri, Franciacorta and much more feature in these new reviews of wines up to 93 points, many priced less than $35

Rachel Whiteman

Jan 12, 2023

For its regional bottling, St. Francis uses old vines across Sonoma, Russian River, Dry Creek and Alexander valleys.

Tasting Highlights

10 Stylish Sonoma Wines Up to 92 Points

Explore the California region’s diverse landscape with these new reviews of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and more

Aaron Romano

Jan 9, 2023

The vineyards of Pascal Jolivet outside the town of Sancerre

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Why Americans Love Sancerre

Vintners’ focus on site-specific bottlings is boosting complexity in these Loire Valley whites

Kristen Bieler

From the Dec 15, 2022, issue

The youngest members of the Vacheron family, of Le Clos du Caillou and now Domaine de Panisse, are part of a wave of Rhône winemakers seeking freshness and elegance in old vines.

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Alphabetical Guide to the Rhône

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

While 2020’s hot weather led some winemakers, such as Sogrape’s Luis Sotomayor, not to make a general declaration, many houses still managed to produce outstanding wines.

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Alphabetical Guide to Port

From the Feb 28, 2023, issue

With more than 100 vineyard acres, the Loire Valley's Château de la Roulerie makes a range of impressive wines, including affordable Chenin Blanc.

Tasting Highlights

10 Stellar Value Wines to Start the New Year

Jump into 2023 with these new reviews of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet and more from France, Italy, Washington state and beyond, priced $20 or less

Larry Rubin

Jan 5, 2023

Pierre Amadieu has helped establish the impressive reputation of the Southern Rhône Valley's Gigondas appellation.

Tasting Highlights

8 Exquisite Rhône Reds at 90+ Points

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes du Rhône, Crozes-Hermitage and more feature in these new reviews of stunners from France's Rhône Valley, up to 94 points

Kristen Bieler

Dec 22, 2022

Fifth-generation proprietors Prue and Stephen Henshcke (front row center) oversee their family estate in Barossa's Eden Valley with children Andreas (back row right), Johann and Justine (back row center), here with their spouses and toddlers.

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Fresh Takes

Innovative winemaking is driving Australian wines to new heights of quality

MaryAnn Worobiec

From the Dec 31, 2022, issue

American sparkling wines have come into their own, with the best examples rivaling the quality of top Champagnes.

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Bubbling Over

Domestic sparkling wines raise the bar on quality and value

Tim Fish

From the Dec 31, 2022, issue

It's possible to find delectable yet affordable wines to celebrate the holidays!

Tasting Highlights

12 Value Wines for the Holidays at 90+ Points

Get ready to celebrate with these new reviews of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot-Cabernet blends and more from France, Italy, California and beyond, priced $40 or less

Aaron Romano

Dec 19, 2022

One of Barossa’s most important producers of Rhône-style wines, Torbreck has 18 wines rated at least 90 points in this report.

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Alphabetical Guide to Australia

From the Dec 31, 2022, issue

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