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Housed in an ancient castle that was transformed into a country villa, Tenuta di Ghizzano is run today by Ginevra Venerosi Pesciolini and encompasses vineyards and olive groves, along with fields of grains and chickpeas.

Traveling the Backroads of Tuscany: Ghizzano

Tucked in the hills of Pisa, this noble estate takes its own approach to making Sangiovese and other wines that reflect the area’s unique terroir

Aug 6, 2024

L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

Wine Labels Get Some New Ink

Celebrity tattoo artists Mister Cartoon and Ami James are the latest to ink wine label deals

Aug 5, 2024

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

170-Year-Old Shipwrecked Champagne Hoard Discovered Near Sweden

A team of divers found the sparkling wine and more in a sunken 19th-century sailing vessel that may be linked to Russian royalty

Jul 30, 2024

In an episode focusing on the history of salt, Noma chef René Redzepi appears in his kitchen working with it as an ingredient.

Omnivore: A Chef Show That Puts Ingredients First

The new Apple TV+ series from Noma chef René Redzepi and food writer Matt Goulding explores the world through chiles, corn and more

Jul 31, 2024

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Housed in an ancient castle that was transformed into a country villa, Tenuta di Ghizzano is run today by Ginevra Venerosi Pesciolini and encompasses vineyards and olive groves, along with fields of grains and chickpeas.

Housed in an ancient castle that was transformed into a country villa, Tenuta di Ghizzano is run today by Ginevra Venerosi Pesciolini and encompasses vineyards and olive groves, along with fields of grains and chickpeas.

Traveling the Backroads of Tuscany: Ghizzano

Tucked in the hills of Pisa, this noble estate takes its own approach to making Sangiovese and other wines that reflect the area’s unique terroir

Aug 6, 2024

Sassotondo founders Edoardo Ventimiglia, his wife, Carla Benini, and their daughter, Francesca (left), have devoted much of their small winery's production to Ciliegiolo.

Sassotondo founders Edoardo Ventimiglia, his wife, Carla Benini, and their daughter, Francesca (left), have devoted much of their small winery's production to Ciliegiolo.

Tuscany’s Greatest Summer Red?

Jul 23, 2024

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Sammy Hagar: The Encore Interview

Jul 19, 2024

With violinist Gautier Capuçon (at left), Jean-Yves Thibaudet advises a wine and music festival in Burgundy, where he spent much of his childhood.

With violinist Gautier Capuçon (at left), Jean-Yves Thibaudet advises a wine and music festival in Burgundy, where he spent much of his childhood.

Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet on Napa, Burgundy and Getting to Know the Mondavis

Jul 12, 2024

Sakamai, or sake rice, and local water are the keys to making beautiful sake. Every grain of rice contains starches that are converted to sugars and then fermented.

Sakamai, or sake rice, and local water are the keys to making beautiful sake. Every grain of rice contains starches that are converted to sugars and then fermented.

Discovering Great Sake in Kyoto

Jul 9, 2024

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L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

Wine Labels Get Some New Ink

Are tattoo-inspired labels the must-have accessory of 2024? Celebrity artists Mister Cartoon and Ami James are the latest to ink wine label deals

Aug 5, 2024

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

170-Year-Old Shipwrecked Champagne Hoard Discovered Near Sweden

A team of divers found the sparkling wine and more in a sunken 19th-century sailing vessel that may be linked to Russian royalty

Jul 30, 2024

Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky (left) hopes to surpass the 12 medals won by Gaderian Wines co-founder Natalie Coughlin Hall.

Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky (left) hopes to surpass the 12 medals won by Gaderian Wines co-founder Natalie Coughlin Hall.

Katie Ledecky Chases Wine Country's Olympic Legend

Natalie Coughlin Hall, Gaderian Wines co-owner and the most decorated American female athlete of all time, is ready to splash some bubbly when her former Olympics swimming teammate breaks her medal-count record

Jul 29, 2024

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Legendary vintages of Château Mouton-Rothschild in Bordeaux are among—but not atop—our list of the most expensive wines in the world.

Legendary vintages of Château Mouton-Rothschild in Bordeaux are among—but not atop—our list of the most expensive wines in the world.

The 16 Most Expensive Wines Ever Sold

Drop for drop, Burgundy's Romanée-Conti Pinot Noirs command the highest wine auction bids—more than $500,000 for a single bottle

Vampire Family Brands' Dracula brut (left) and Treasury Wine Estates' Dracula Red Blend

Vampire Family Brands' Dracula brut (left) and Treasury Wine Estates' Dracula Red Blend

Fangs Out: A Dracula Wine Legal Fight

This year was full of thrilling wine moments to grab our attention ...

This year was full of thrilling wine moments to grab our attention ...

Best of Unfiltered 2023

King Charles III and Queen Camilla received a tour of King Charles III and Queen Camilla were given a tour of the chai of Château Smith-Haut-Lafitte's cellars from the Cathiard family.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla received a tour of King Charles III and Queen Camilla were given a tour of the chai of Château Smith-Haut-Lafitte's cellars from the Cathiard family.

Royal Crush

Taylor Swift has made an estimated $4 billion dollars from her wildly successful Eras Tour, but she's been drinking $25 bottles of wine.

Taylor Swift has made an estimated $4 billion dollars from her wildly successful Eras Tour, but she's been drinking $25 bottles of wine.

New Photo Shows Taylor Swift Drinking Gaslighter Rosé—Sparking a Fan Frenzy

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Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky (left) hopes to surpass the 12 medals won by Gaderian Wines co-founder Natalie Coughlin Hall.

Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky (left) hopes to surpass the 12 medals won by Gaderian Wines co-founder Natalie Coughlin Hall.

Katie Ledecky Chases Wine Country's Olympic Legend

Natalie Coughlin Hall, Gaderian Wines co-owner and the most decorated American female athlete of all time, is ready to splash some bubbly when her former Olympics swimming teammate breaks her medal-count record

Former San Antonio Spur and current Provence wine estate owner Tony Parker runs with the 2024 Olympic torch after a hand-off from fellow wine lover, tennis champion Amélie Mauresmo.

Former San Antonio Spur and current Provence wine estate owner Tony Parker runs with the 2024 Olympic torch after a hand-off from fellow wine lover, tennis champion Amélie Mauresmo.

French Vintners Carry the 2024 Paris Olympic Torch

In 2023, golfer Scottie Scheffler helps Jon Rahm put on his newly earned Champion's green jacket at Augusta National. That honor also meant Rahm had to plan and pay for dinner for all the Champions in 2024.

In 2023, golfer Scottie Scheffler helps Jon Rahm put on his newly earned Champion's green jacket at Augusta National. That honor also meant Rahm had to plan and pay for dinner for all the Champions in 2024.

Champion Golfer Jon Rahm Turns to Spain’s CVNE Wines for Masters Club Dinner

20-time major champion Roger Federer is ready for his close-up with Moët & Chandon Champagne.

20-time major champion Roger Federer is ready for his close-up with Moët & Chandon Champagne.

Roger Federer and Coco Rocha Star in Moët & Chandon's 'Party Hero'

From Willamette Pinot Noir to Champagne, these bottles won't fumble the ball at your next tailgate.

From Willamette Pinot Noir to Champagne, these bottles won't fumble the ball at your next tailgate.

Sommelier Roundtable

Sommelier Roundtable: What’s the Best Wine for Tailgate Parties?

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TV, Film & Theater

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TV, Film & Theater

Haley Bennett stars as Madame Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin in <em>Widow Clicquot</em>, now in theaters.

Haley Bennett stars as Madame Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin in <em>Widow Clicquot</em>, now in theaters.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Fizz Flick FanFic: ‘Widow Clicquot’

The Madame Clicquot biopic introduces some delicious fantasy to the legend of the trailblazing feminist pioneer behind Veuve Clicquot Champagne

Daniel Boulud leaps from the cover of <em>Wine Spectator</em> to the season 3 premiere of <em>The Bear</em>, starring Emmy winner Jeremy Allen White.

Daniel Boulud leaps from the cover of <em>Wine Spectator</em> to the season 3 premiere of <em>The Bear</em>, starring Emmy winner Jeremy Allen White.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

‘The Bear’ Goes Upscale with Chefs Daniel Boulud and Thomas Keller. So Where’s the Wine?!

Woody Harrelson has come full circle, from bartending on <i>Cheers</i> to releasing his own gin and vodka.

Woody Harrelson has come full circle, from bartending on <i>Cheers</i> to releasing his own gin and vodka.

Woody Harrelson on the Worst Wine, Biodynamic Burgundy and Holistic Spirits

Prince Robert de Luxembourg (left) shares a pour of 2016 Clarendelle with chef Wolfgang Puck at the 2023 Academy Awards Governors Ball.

Prince Robert de Luxembourg (left) shares a pour of 2016 Clarendelle with chef Wolfgang Puck at the 2023 Academy Awards Governors Ball.

Wines of the Stars Align for 2024 Awards Season

MacLachlan brings the same passion and commitment to his winery, Pursued by Bear, as he does to his acting roles.

MacLachlan brings the same passion and commitment to his winery, Pursued by Bear, as he does to his acting roles.

Washington Star Power: Kyle MacLachlan

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L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

Wine Labels Get Some New Ink

Are tattoo-inspired labels the must-have accessory of 2024? Celebrity artists Mister Cartoon and Ami James are the latest to ink wine label deals

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

170-Year-Old Shipwrecked Champagne Hoard Discovered Near Sweden

This grapeseed fossil is all that remains of a vine that thrived after the planet said goodbye to tyrannosaurus, triceratops and other Late Cretaceous dinos.

This grapeseed fossil is all that remains of a vine that thrived after the planet said goodbye to tyrannosaurus, triceratops and other Late Cretaceous dinos.

60 Million–Year-Old Grape Fossil Is Oldest in Western Hemisphere

This 2,000-year-old cinerary urn was discovered to contain liquid wine.

This 2,000-year-old cinerary urn was discovered to contain liquid wine.

2,000-Year-Old Liquid Wine, Oldest Ever Found, Discovered in Spain

And now we know where the cherries went: Quarter-millenium-old bottles of preserved fruit have been unearthed beneath George Washington's Mount Vernon cellar.

And now we know where the cherries went: Quarter-millenium-old bottles of preserved fruit have been unearthed beneath George Washington's Mount Vernon cellar.

Presidential Pits: Archaeologists Find 29 Bottles of Cherries and Berries at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

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Sammy Hagar: The Encore Interview

The famous rocker and longtime wine lover chats about the changing drinks landscape and his new ventures in tequila, rum, cocktails and beer

With violinist Gautier Capuçon (at left), Jean-Yves Thibaudet advises a wine and music festival in Burgundy, where he spent much of his childhood.

With violinist Gautier Capuçon (at left), Jean-Yves Thibaudet advises a wine and music festival in Burgundy, where he spent much of his childhood.

Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet on Napa, Burgundy and Getting to Know the Mondavis

Lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim was a known wine lover. Now, his wineglasses are up for auction, along with vintage games, furniture and Broadway memorabilia.

Lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim was a known wine lover. Now, his wineglasses are up for auction, along with vintage games, furniture and Broadway memorabilia.

Now’s Your Chance to Drink from Stephen Sondheim’s Wineglass

While Dave Matthews appreciates the culture of fine wine, he prefers wines that are meant to be enjoyed now.

While Dave Matthews appreciates the culture of fine wine, he prefers wines that are meant to be enjoyed now.

Dave Matthews on His Dreaming Tree Wines and How Wine Shaped Civilization as We Know It

"Anything that introduces people to nuances of wine that they didn't know about, I'm here for," says Devin Reed, now aka Dev the Somm.

"Anything that introduces people to nuances of wine that they didn't know about, I'm here for," says Devin Reed, now aka Dev the Somm.

Wine I Do Adore: Somm to the Stars Devin Reed Covers Jay-Z's 'Girls, Girls, Girls'

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The Vcanter is one of the market's top large format wine-decanting cradles, with 7 customizable size ranges for pouring magnums to nebuchadnezzars.

The Vcanter is one of the market's top large format wine-decanting cradles, with 7 customizable size ranges for pouring magnums to nebuchadnezzars.

From Cradle to Glass

A tool for pouring large-format bottles with precision and ease

Château Margaux, with the signature sweeping staircase of its rear courtyard, is among the most iconic edifices in Bordeaux.

Château Margaux, with the signature sweeping staircase of its rear courtyard, is among the most iconic edifices in Bordeaux.

The Architecture of Wine

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

The Fine Art of Shopping Carte

“We really want people to have a unique, holistic sensory experience that draws on our passions of wine, nature, art, design and architecture.”—Angelica de Vere Mabray, Donum CEO

“We really want people to have a unique, holistic sensory experience that draws on our passions of wine, nature, art, design and architecture.”—Angelica de Vere Mabray, Donum CEO

Donum Debuts Dazzling Glass Structure

On a whim, a family of wine lovers began digging their own cave in Hill Country. With the aid of architect Brian Korte, they were able to bring their dream to fruition.

On a whim, a family of wine lovers began digging their own cave in Hill Country. With the aid of architect Brian Korte, they were able to bring their dream to fruition.

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