April Louis

10 Exciting West Coast Pinot Noirs at 90+ Points
New reviews of outstanding-rated Pinot Noir from leading appellations in California and …

Marin County Winemaking Iconoclast Sean Thackrey Dies at 79
The art dealer turned maverick winemaker pursued wines of character over convention; he …

Russian Oligarch Forced to Liquidate Stake in French Wineries
Plus, California's new AVA and remembering Northern Rhône winemaker Alain Graillot

10 Central Coast Delights at 90+ Points
Explore the diversity of California's wine with these new reviews of Chardonnay, Pinot …

Heitz Cellar’s Carlton McCoy Stars in ‘Nomad’
The globetrotting Master Sommelier's new CNN docuseries is consommé for the wine and food …

8 Engaging Oregon Wines Up to 92 Points
Explore Willamette Valley with these new reviews of impressive Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, …

Jackson Family Wines Expands to Washington, Plans New Brand
The Sonoma-based firm buys a 61-acre vineyard in Walla Walla Valley from Abeja winery

8 Delectable New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs Under $30
Travel through New Zealand's acclaimed Marlborough region with these new reviews of value …

California's Newest Wine Appellation Is All About the Coast
Federal authorities have approved the San Luis Obispo Coast AVA, a region south of Paso …