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Markus and Eben Sadie at Berry Bros April 2026
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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...

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Saxum, Turtle Rock, Ledge and crew
Tasting articles Why blends reign supreme in Paso, and how to figure out what the wine in the bottle might taste like...
Tablas Creek vineyards with dog Sadie
Tasting articles If you want to understand what each grape variety brings to a Rhône blend, try heading to Paso. Above, Sadie...
bottle of Pasaeli rosé on boat
Tasting articles Don't miss these 20 standouts from our wine reviews published in the last month. Tara writes As Jancis pointed out...
Old Zin vine at Lytton Springs
Free for all A half-century celebration inspired a deep dive into California's grape speciality. A slightly shorter version of this article is published...
Lytton Springs in Dry Creek Valley
Tasting articles Zinfandel proves its worth, and the longevity of both wines and vines. See also Zinfandel – California's other red. Above...
wine pour Image by Aline Ponce from Pixabay
Tasting articles A round-up of some of the best wines we tasted in January. Every week, our team tastes dozens or even...
Sam Bilbro
Tasting articles After decades of false starts, Italian grape varieties are gaining traction in California. Above, Sam Bilbro of Idlewild Wines (p...
Vista Verde Chenin cluster
Tasting articles The most extensive tasting report on California Chenin Blanc ever. Above, a cluster of Chenin Blanc from Williams Selyem’s Vista...
Bedrock old Zinfandel vineyard
Tasting articles No variety offers such a rich diversity of styles as Zinfandel. Sam offers some guidance to finding the styles that...
Ukiah Cemetery
Wines of the week More evidence of the changing wine scene in the Golden State, largely from a section of this cemetery. From $29...
Jean Smit - winemaker at Moya Meaker and Damascene
Tasting articles Wines from Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina and the US in the spotlight. Pictured above is Jean Smit –...
Pascaline Lepeltier, Mikk Parre and Martynas Pravilonis at the ASI Best Sommelier for Europe, Africa and the Middle East competition
Wine news in 5 Plus, the ASI Best Sommelier for Europe, Africa and the Middle East competition results. Above, finalists Pascaline Lepeltier, Mikk Parre...
Harvest rainbow at Weathereye in Washington State
Inside information Despite challenges, it’s a banner year for wine up and down the West Coast. Above, a harvest rainbow at WeatherEye...
Anderson Valley vineyards by Fabian Jauregui
Tasting articles Is this hidden region the best location for Pinot Noir in California? Aerial photo of Anderson Valley vineyards by Fabian...
Bremer Family Winery picture next to wine news in 5 logo
Wine news in 5 Plus musings on Hong Kong’s liquor-duty slashing as incentive to revive its nightlife. Above, Bremer Family Winery, one of the...
Duckhorn label
Wine news in 5 Plus an update on harvest in France and a reminder to invite some friends over to celebrate Come Over October...
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