Winter Whites in the Northern Rhône

Nearly two decades ago, I had a wine epiphany with a glass of JeanLouis Chave's 1996. Hermitage Blanc. Chave, a 16th generation Northern Rhône winemaker, had come stateside to share a few of his much sought-after wines with journalists.

Journalist's Hat, Rhône Lover's Heart

When I am wearing my journalist hat and people ask me what my favorite wine region is, I deflect. I can't play favorites while in that role.

A Playful Valentine's Dessert

You can go big on Valentine's Day with opera tickets, a blue-chip dinner or even a balloon ride.

The Case of the Meager Harvest and the Imposter Bordeaux

The trial in Bordeaux's Tribunal last October lasted just six hours, but the figures discussed were mind-boggling.

M. Shanken Communications Celebrates 50 Years

Fifty years ago, Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather was released.

THE STORY OF HANZELL

A look at its remarkable past

A New Era For HANZELL

Director of winemaking JASON JARDINE innovates at this historic Sonoma estate

CHAMPAGNE ANNUAL REPORT

High quality and stylistic diversity are driving the growth of the world's premier bubbly

Why Americans Love Sancerre

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

The Fine Art of Shopping Carte

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

An Artistic Approach to Wine

Arthur Hon shares his creative perspective at New York museum restaurant the Modern

Welcome Back, Kosta

I tried Convene's first releases informally. They are impressive, and definitely an evolution of Kosta's previous offerings.

In the Heights: Lokoya Spring Mountain

Winemaker Chris Carpenter and I tasted four vintages of the winery's Spring Mountain Cab: 2018, 2013, 2009, 2007.

Brad Pitt Sued for $250 Million in Château Miraval Dispute

A countersuit filed by Angelina Jolie's former company accuses Pitt of wasting millions on vanity projects

ZUCCARDI'S VISION

SEBASTIÁN ZUCCARDI LEADS THE NEXT GENERATION

THE REGIONS: WHAT TO KNOW

The distance between Argentina's northernmost wine region of Salta, at a latitude of 22 degrees south, and its southernmost region, Patagonia, at 40 degrees south, extends for some 1,243 miles. Between these two poles lies the heartland of Argentine wine, Mendoza.

THE MONDAVI FUTURE

In many ways, Robert Mondavi kick-started Napa's golden age. But now, many wonder whether his winery will be a pivotal player in Napa's future. In the nearly 60 years since the winery was founded, Napa wine has changed.

THE MONDAVI HERITAGE

Robert Mondavi's legacy lives on in Napa's most talented winemakers

Donum Debuts Dazzling Glass Structure

The Vertical Panorama Pavilion draws inspiration from Sonoma's weather and landscape

CRESCENT CITY CELEBRATION

COMMANDER'S PALACE IN NEW ORLEANS OFFERS A SPIRITED MENU STEEPED IN SOUTHERN COCKTAIL CULTURE

IN THE LAND OF MALBEC

Argentina's vintners are exploring their country's diverse terroirs with great success

How to Host a Raclette Party

There's something about subjecting a good melting cheese to direct, fiery heat that virtually guarantees scrumptious results. And what better way to achieve them than raclette?

The Evolution of Dominus

How vintner Christian Moueix molded a benchmark Napa estate

Tasting Brancaia's Il Blu

A vertical of the super Tuscan shows Merlot's mettle

2019 California Pinot Noir

Producers' experience, maturing vineyards, and a diversity of terroirs lead to new heights

A Tasting to Remember

Imagine: there in front of you, five different Glencairns, each with a nice pour of a shimmering liquid.

40 Years of Roederer Estate

To mark the anniversary, winemaker Arnaud Weyrich opened some of the oldest bottles in the cellar.

Mount Pisgah, Polk County, Is Oregon’s Newest Wine Appellation

Oregon Pinot Noir country has a new appellation. The U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) approved the Mount Pisgah American Viticultural Area (AVA) on June 3, and the designation went into effect July 5. The approval brings the total number of wine appellations in the Beaver State to 23.

Trisha Yearwood

The singer, actor and entrepreneur talks wine, food and more

Capturing the Magic of La Mancha

Manchego is undeniably Spain's most famous cheese. Rivaling Dutch Gouda and Italian Parmigiano-Reggiano as a premier international culinary ambassador, Manchego accounts for more than a third of all the cheese produced in Spain.