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Break traditions, broaden your palate and pour something different at this year's Thanksgiving table.

15 Thrilling Global Wines for Thanksgiving

Find something different to pour with these new reviews of Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo and more from California, Italy, France and beyond, up to 92 points

Nov 22, 2021

Winemaker Nate Klostermann of Argyle Winery bottle-aged the Brut Willamette Valley Extended Tirage Master Series 2010 on the yeast for 10 years.

Alphabetical Guide to U.S. Sparkling Wines

From the Dec 31, 2021, issue

After a series of uncharacteristically wet vintages, Argentina’s heartland for Malbec—the Mendoza region at the base of the Andes—is back to better times and wines with the 2018 vintage.

Alphabetical Guide to Argentina

From the Dec 31, 2021, issue

The 2021 vintage for Beaujolais Nouveau represents a return to Nouveau's classic, lighter style.

2021 Beaujolais Nouveau Is Here—But You Might Have to Work to Find It

A challenging and very late harvest yielded some classic and lively Gamays. Wine Spectator reviewed 6 of the few that made it to U.S. shores this year

Nov 18, 2021

There's a worldwide selection of delicious red wines to pair with turkey and classic Thanksgiving side dishes.

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16 Thanksgiving Reds Besides Beaujolais Nouveau

Get ready to feast with these new reviews of turkey-friendly Pinot Noir, Chianti and more from around the world, up to 95 points and priced $35 or less

Alison Napjus

Nov 18, 2021

Chardonnay was the first variety planted in Edna Valley, and is still the primary grape for the region and for Edna Valley Vineyard.

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10 Satisfying California Chardonnays Up to 92 Points

New reviews of impressive Chardonnays from Sonoma, Napa, Monterey and beyond, priced $45 or less

Kim Marcus

Nov 15, 2021

Suavia is a leading winery for Veneto's acclaimed Soave appellation, but offers other white bottlings as well.

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9 Exciting Veneto Whites Up to 91 Points

Discover northeast Italy's wines with these new reviews of Soaves, Luganas and more, all priced $30 or less

Alison Napjus

Nov 11, 2021

Kendall-Jackson makes several tiers of noteworthy wines, including its well-priced Vintner's Reserve lineup.

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13 Delicious California Values for $25 or Less

New reviews of affordable Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and more up to 91 points

Aaron Romano

Nov 8, 2021

The classic 2008 is only the eighth N.P.U. release from Bruno Paillard, who runs his family’s Champagne house with his daughter Alice.

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Alphabetical Guide to Champagne

From the Dec 15, 2021, issue

Hudson Vineyards’ Merlot Napa Valley Carneros Laughing Lands 2018 is one of the top-scoring wines of this report.

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Alphabetical Guide to California Merlot

From the Dec 15, 2021, issue

Clos Bellane vintner Stéphane Vedeau has been farming his vineyards organically since he bought the winery in 2010.

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10 Captivating Côtes du Rhônes Up to 91 Points

New reviews of reds from leading Southern Rhône Valley domaines, most priced $20 or less

James Molesworth

Nov 4, 2021

Terra d'Oro uses more than 800 vineyard acres in Amador County and Clarksburg to makes its impressive and affordable wines.

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8 Fresh California White Wines Up to 91 Points

New reviews of distinctive Pinot Gris, Viognier and more from Carneros, Paso Robles and beyond, most priced under $30

MaryAnn Worobiec

Nov 1, 2021

Many noteworthy Portuguese wines come from vineyards along the Douro river, including impressive values from Prats & Symington.

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9 Stylish Portuguese Values for $20 or Less

Discover Portugal's wines with these new reviews of affordable Douros, Vinho Verdes and more up to 92 points

Cassia Schifter

Oct 28, 2021

Château Margaux’s new deputy managing director, Alexis Leven-Mentzelopoulos, joined his family’s Bordeaux estate two years ago.

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A New Generation Masters the Magic of Margaux

The benchmark 2010 vintage headlines a lineup from the Bordeaux first-growth going back to 1996, all made by legendary winemaker Paul Pontallier

Robert Taylor

Oct 27, 2021

Barbara and Johannes Selbach made a range of outstanding Rieslings in 2019.

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The Heat Is On

Despite hotter weather, Germany’s 2019 vintage delivered balanced, intense Rieslings

Bruce Sanderson

From the Nov 30, 2021, issue

Trailblazing Douro vintners Cristiano van Zeller and Joana Lemos made one of the year’s top reds.

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Ripple Effect

Innovations in Portugal’s Douro Valley are lifting quality across the country

Gillian Sciaretta

From the Nov 30, 2021, issue

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15 Thrilling Global Wines for Thanksgiving

Alphabetical Guide to U.S. Sparkling Wines

Alphabetical Guide to Argentina

2021 Beaujolais Nouveau Is Here—But You Might Have to Work to Find It

16 Thanksgiving Reds Besides Beaujolais Nouveau

10 Satisfying California Chardonnays Up to 92 Points

9 Exciting Veneto Whites Up to 91 Points

13 Delicious California Values for $25 or Less

Alphabetical Guide to Champagne

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8 Fresh California White Wines Up to 91 Points

9 Stylish Portuguese Values for $20 or Less

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