Kenny Martin

Kenny Martin

Assistant Editor

About

Kenny Martin joined Wine Spectator in April 2022 as an editorial assistant and was promoted to assistant editor in January 2024. A graduate of Southern Methodist University, where he studied music and English, he was a Fulbright grantee in Trujillo, Peru, before starting his publishing career at Penguin Random House. He is a senior fellow with Humanity in Action.

Is natural wine made with low or no sulfur good for my gut microbiome?
Q & A

Is natural wine made with low or no sulfur good for my gut microbiome?

What you need to know about added sulfites, probiotics and your digestive health

Jul 17, 2024
Couples Who Share Drinking Habits Stay Together—And Live Longer
News

Couples Who Share Drinking Habits Stay Together—And Live Longer

Study finds that shared alcohol consumption benefits our overall health and longevity

Jul 17, 2024
Wine Talk: Dave Matthews’ Dreaming Tree Grows Greener
News in Print

Wine Talk: Dave Matthews’ Dreaming Tree Grows Greener

Dave Matthews on his Dreaming Tree brand’s sustainability and charity initiatives

Aug 31, 2024
Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet on Napa, Burgundy and Getting to Know the Mondavis
People

Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet on Napa, Burgundy and Getting to Know the Mondavis

The wine-loving musician, who plays at this year’s Festival Napa Valley, talks about his …

Jul 12, 2024
Now’s Your Chance to Drink from Stephen Sondheim’s Wineglass
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Now’s Your Chance to Drink from Stephen Sondheim’s Wineglass

The musical theater legend’s personal wineglasses, barware, books, vintage games and more …

Jun 13, 2024
England’s Lake District on Your Plate at Forest Side in Grasmere
Restaurants

England’s Lake District on Your Plate at Forest Side in Grasmere

This restaurant pairs a creative, award-winning wine list with local, seasonal ingredients

Jun 13, 2024
Christie’s to Auction Rare Wines, Including Smith-Haut-Lafitte Made for King Charles III
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Christie’s to Auction Rare Wines, Including Smith-Haut-Lafitte Made for King Charles III

Wine lovers around the world can bid online June 7–20 on rare Vintage Port, Bordeaux, …

Jun 7, 2024
Is wine fermented with native yeast good for my gut microbiome?
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Is wine fermented with native yeast good for my gut microbiome?

What you need to know about wild and commercial yeast, fermentation and your digestive …

Jun 5, 2024
Michael Mina Debuts Bourbon Steak in New York City
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Michael Mina Debuts Bourbon Steak in New York City

The chef’s first Manhattan restaurant offers Bourbon Steak classics near Central Park; …

May 30, 2024