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California's Greatest Chardonnay Vineyards
Chardonnay is California's premier white wine. In this issue, we profile the grape's premier vineyard sites and the people behind them. These are family-run properties, most backed by generations of experience. Their name on the bottle promises quality inside.
Plus, tasting reports on Calfornia Chardonnay and South African wines, a travel guide to Europe's hot spots, and cocktails embracing clear spirits.
Cover Stories
California's Best Chardonnay Vineyards
Tasting Reports
Chardonnay's Fresh Start
Alphabetical Guide to California Chardonnay
Spain’s Bounty
Alphabetical Guide to Spain
The Promise of South Africa
Alphabetical Guide to South Africa
Features
Pro Tips for Summer Entertaining
Clear Winners
European Travel Guide
Grapevine
Antinori To Be Stag's Leap's Sole Owner
Masseto Cellar Auction Raises More Than $400,000
Three Nights of Wine and Fun
Kernels of Wisdom
2022 Bordeaux: Inflection Point
Savvy Shopper
Departments
Chardonnay Shines Bright
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2020
En Primeur Prices: The More Things Change ...
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