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West of the West – Santa Cruz Mountains
Part 4 of an exploration of California’s westernmost vineyards. Above, the Split Rail vineyard in Corralitos (credit: John Benedetti) . See also California’s far-coast vineyards , the SLO Coast and...
Patrick Comiskey
• 3 min read
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Red, white, young, old – there’s no shortage of diversity or deliciousness available in Swiss wines. You just need to...
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Two notoriously difficult vintages, with very different outcomes. The image above, from Collezione Chianti Classico 2026 in Florence, is courtesy...
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From theory to practice: an MW critiques his own tasting prowess. Or lack of. Inspired by Sam’s Mission Blind Tasting...
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There’s an increasingly interesting array of white wines being made in Mendoza and beyond, Julian Leidy reports from Argentina. Above...
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Including a preview of California’s soon-to-be newest AVA, Carmel Coast. Part three of a six-part tour of California’s westernmost vineyards...
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Smart Chardonnay, diverse Sauvignon Blanc, well-priced Pinot Noir. Above, Kevin Judd’s photo shows Falveys vineyard in the upper Omaka Valley...
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Sometimes the human connections are just as important as the physical underpinnings of an AVA. Above, Penner-Ash vineyard, courtesy of...
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A collaboration between an iconic Australian producer and a legendary Mosel winemaker proves its worth. Andy reviews a series of...
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A whole new aspect of Etna wine, from two pioneering free spirits. Above, Stef Yim in Contrada Nave. Attracted by...
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The second half of our coverage of new releases from Greece. See also last week’s article on white, sparkling and...
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From the shores of Lake Balaton to the volcanic fields of Tokaj, Hungarian wines have never been better. Above, the...
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More white wines and lighter red wines are the style of the moment on this volcano. Last September I attended...
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From Assyrtiko to Vidiano, an A to V of great Greek white varieties and the examples worth seeking out. Above...
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Part 2 of a road trip along California’s western vineyards. See also part 1 of this six-part series: California’s far-coast...
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Tiny yields made for powerful whites, especially the very promising sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac. Château Suduiraut, pictured above...
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