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Whitehall Lane in Napa Valley makes noteworthy Sauvignon Blanc using exclusively estate-grown grapes.

Whitehall Lane in Napa Valley makes noteworthy Sauvignon Blanc using exclusively estate-grown grapes.

Thirst-Quenching California Sauvignon Blancs

Summer food and wine pairings have never been easier with Golden State Sauvignon Blanc on the table; explore new reviews from top wineries, including Robert Mondavi Winery, Quivira and more, with scores up to 91 points

Jul 13, 2026

The salty, misty sea breezes in Rías Baixas are reflected in the Albariño wines made there, like at Agro de Bazán.

The salty, misty sea breezes in Rías Baixas are reflected in the Albariño wines made there, like at Agro de Bazán.

11 Refreshing Albariños for Summer Sipping

Jul 7, 2026

Lemelson Winery makes noteworthy Pinot Noir from its 130 acres of vineyards in the Willamette Valley.

Lemelson Winery makes noteworthy Pinot Noir from its 130 acres of vineyards in the Willamette Valley.

Oregon’s Winning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Jun 25, 2026

Aging wine in oak barrels, like those seen here at Bodegas Muga, has been a Rioja tradition since the mid-19th century.

Aging wine in oak barrels, like those seen here at Bodegas Muga, has been a Rioja tradition since the mid-19th century.

Rioja’s Past, Present and Future

Jun 15, 2026

Chad Melville is a second-generation farmer of his family’s 120-acre vineyard in Santa Barbara’s Sta. Rita Hills.

Chad Melville is a second-generation farmer of his family’s 120-acre vineyard in Santa Barbara’s Sta. Rita Hills.

California Rhône Reds: Central Coast Splendor

Jun 4, 2026

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Dry Creek produced many excellent Zinfandels, including several that scored 94 points.

Dry Creek produced many excellent Zinfandels, including several that scored 94 points.

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Sensational California Zinfandel: Over 180 Wines Reviewed

Get scores for newly released California Zinfandels, including top-rated wines reaching 96 points from senior editor Tim Fish

From the Aug 31, 2026, issue

Clos de Vougeot is a reliable source of quality in the 2023 vintage, with three top-scoring wines hailing from this celebrated Côte de Nuits vineyard.

Clos de Vougeot is a reliable source of quality in the 2023 vintage, with three top-scoring wines hailing from this celebrated Côte de Nuits vineyard.

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Burgundy’s Good Fortune

Despite the warmest vintage on record, the 2023 harvest delivered a generous crop of charming reds

From the Jul 31, 2026, issue

Peter Michael Knights Valley Point Rouge, an estate selection bottling, is among this report’s classic-rated Chardonnays from the exceptional 2023 vintage.

Peter Michael Knights Valley Point Rouge, an estate selection bottling, is among this report’s classic-rated Chardonnays from the exceptional 2023 vintage.

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California Chardonnay’s Modern Face

America’s go-to white wine has moved beyond outdated stereotypes to offer styles of freshness and transparency

From the Jul 31, 2026, issue

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