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An Exclusive Interview with Christian Moueix
Nov 15, 2024

An Exclusive Interview with Christian Moueix

With over 50 vintages of experience, Bordeaux-born Christian Moueix is regarded as a titan of fine wine. This issue features an exclusive, wide-ranging interview with the notoriously private and humble winemaker. Learn about the life and times of Christian Moueix in this issue’s cover story!

Plus, get James Molesworth’s tasting report on California Cabernet’s classic 2021 vintage and a 2014 retrospective of the varietal. 

Cover Stories

Christian Moueix: The Interview

Christian Moueix: The Interview

Editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken asks Christian Moueix about his life in Bordeaux and Napa
Nov 15, 2024
Christian Moueix’s Properties in Bordeaux and Napa

Christian Moueix’s Properties in Bordeaux and Napa

Brand and wine details from the estates and vineyards of Établissements Jean-Pierre Moueix
Nov 15, 2024

Tasting Reports

California Cabernet

California Cabernet

Marked by a cooler growing season, the stellar 2021 vintage highlights an evolution in style
Nov 15, 2024
Alphabetical Guide to California Cabernet

Alphabetical Guide to California Cabernet

Get scores for over 725 Cabernet wines from California recently reviewed by Wine Spectator, …
Nov 15, 2024
Napa Cabernet 2014: 10 Years After

Napa Cabernet 2014: 10 Years After

The 2014 vintage is aging beautifully, marrying rich fruit with a sense of freshness
Nov 15, 2024
Alphabetical Guide to 2014 California Cabernet

Alphabetical Guide to 2014 California Cabernet

Get scores for the 70 California Cabernet wines tasted retrospectively from 2014 by senior editor …
Dec 12, 2024
Italy’s Primitivo from Puglia

Italy’s Primitivo from Puglia

Spotlighting Primitivo wines from Italy’s southern Puglia region
Nov 15, 2024
Alphabetical Guide to Puglia’s Primitivo

Alphabetical Guide to Puglia’s Primitivo

Get scores for over 30 Primitivo wines from Puglia reviewed by Wine Spectator, including versions …
Nov 15, 2024

Features

New Directions in Napa Cabernet

New Directions in Napa Cabernet

A roundup of the latest developments from Napa’s new wave of winemakers
Nov 15, 2024

Grapevine

Familiar Faces Buy Back Wineries

Familiar Faces Buy Back Wineries

California winemakers reclaim their family brands
Nov 15, 2024
Hundred Acre’s Jayson Woodbridge Buys Napa Neighbor

Hundred Acre’s Jayson Woodbridge Buys Napa Neighbor

Wine estates and restaurants in Napa change hands, and Château Miraval’s legal battles continue
Nov 15, 2024
Vermont’s Finest: A Selection

Vermont’s Finest: A Selection

Six of Vermont’s top cheeses, including Comté, Cheddar and more
Nov 15, 2024
Savvy Shopper

Savvy Shopper

A quick look at some well-priced options from this issue’s Buying Guide
Nov 15, 2024

Departments

Christian Moueix Talks Bordeaux, Napa and More

Christian Moueix Talks Bordeaux, Napa and More

A conversation with Christian Moueix spanning decades and continents
Nov 15, 2024
A Breakout Vintage for Barbaresco

A Breakout Vintage for Barbaresco

A 2014 retrospective tasting reinforces the distinctive nature of this region’s Nebbiolos
Nov 15, 2024
Homecoming King

Homecoming King

Lucas Löwi returns to Argentina from Numanthia in Spain to showcase his homeland’s terroir
Nov 15, 2024
A Case of <em>Grand Cru</em> Kleptomania

A Case of Grand Cru Kleptomania

A maintenance worker stole thousands of bottles from wineries—but never sold or drank a drop
Nov 15, 2024

The Buying Guide

The Buying Guide for this issue is available here.

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