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Sadie's succession
Leading new-wave South African wine producer is looking to the future. A version of this article is published by the Financial Times. See also this vertical of Palladius, his outstanding...
Jancis Robinson
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Moon Mountain – Sonoma's volcanic organic stronghold
The combination of historic vineyards, high elevation, volcanic soils and organic viticulture make this little-known AVA stand out. Above, Lasseter Winery’s Trinity Ridge vineyard in the Moon Mountain District (credit...
Alder Yarrow
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Plus Mendoza’s recent embrace of copper mining and the end of the Sud de France moniker on wine labels. Above...
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Santa Barbara County has a great deal to offer. A slightly shorter version of this article is published by the...
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From transparent Pinot Noir to concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon in remarkably few miles. See also California’s coolest county.
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Nick on restaurants
A new, Michelin two-star restaurant and, across the square in Sonoma, a much more relaxed establishment. Nick loved both.
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Two fabulous weekends, and a lot of tasting. The Tuscan weekend is exemplified by the outdoor Sunday lunch pictured above...
Nick on restaurants
Nick moves north from LA, on a full stomach. Above, service at Aubergine in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey.
The BA flight which...
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Not just an exploration of Zinfandel, but a window into a California wine scene that has long disappeared.
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Wine news in 5
Plus news of the AIV’s appeal to the UN, harvest updates, a Gallo acquisition, surging wine imports in India. And...
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Should fine-wine producers have a network of exclusive distributors or throw themselves at the mercy of the Bordeaux Place? A...
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New releases from Oregon’s X Omni and X Novo vineyards and a handful of Californians. Above, Craig Williams among his...
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A hot tip on an up-and-coming Napa winery plus a host of new releases worth seeking out. Above, Sam and...
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Alder goes out on a limb with some of our highest scores ever! See Elevating Chardonnay in the Santa Cruz...
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The secret is out on these hidden gems, some of the best California Cabernet on the market today. See Santa...
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Some of the best Napa Cabs this writer has ever tasted despite the challenging vintage. Harlan, whose vineyards are pictured...
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A wine for all reasons, from $15.99, £14.95, €19.95. This wine is for those who love old vines; those who...
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In this entry to our 2025 wine writing competition, winemaker Pietro Buttitta writes about the trials and tribulations of growing...
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