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31 Stellar Burgundies Up to 97 Points

Classic- and outstanding-rated Pinot Noirs, plus two Amarones, a $15 Cabernet Value Pick and more
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Our Top 10 Wine Values of 2022

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8 Spanish and Portuguese Gems Up to 92 Points

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Bonterra Bets Big on Regenerative Farming with Eco-Friendly Wines

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SPONSORED: Watch this sommelier-led tasting, featuring The Calling’s elegant Sullivan Vineyard Chardonnay and Terra de Promissio Vineyard Pinot Noir, led by winemaker James MacPhail. Founded in 2012 by famed CBS sports commentator Jim Nantz and Peter Deutsch of Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits, The Calling is driven by a passion for showcasing the true potential of California wine and a commitment to family-owned vineyards. With that spirit of collaboration, these featured wines channel the essence of Sonoma terroir from fog-covered hillsides to windswept oceanfront vineyards.

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