A Grower of Wine
Tony Soter helped set the course for Napa Cabernet before championing Pinot Noir in California and ultimately Oregon
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DRC: Power and Grace
In a preview tasting in New York, the 2019 vintage of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti showed abundant quality and character
The Man with the Plans
Dave Phinney’s bold approach to wine changed California forever—and he’s only getting started
12 Golden State Values Up to 92 Points
New reviews of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and more from Napa, Sonoma and beyond, all priced $30 or less
The Sonoma Coast Shines at Raen
Far from the Mondavi family’s Napa Cabernet roots, Carlo Mondavi is forging his own path with Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
7 Delicious Chianti Classicos Up to 93 Points
Leading Tuscan wineries stand out in these new reviews of impressive reds, most priced $25 or less
Creative Force
Dave Phinney, the mind behind The Prisoner Wine Co. and other innovative projects, keeps raising the bar
10 Central Coast Delights at 90+ Points
Explore the diversity of California's wine with these new reviews of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and more from Santa …
Capitalist Kevin and Doomsday Dan
Italian Grapes in California, Part 3: Mount Etna meets Sonoma and a Napa winemaker finds inspiration in Friuli
2012 Barolo Retrospective: A Year of Extremes
At Vinitaly 2022, eight leading producers shared their 2012 Barolos, showcasing wines of elegance
