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The ruling issued from the U.S. District Court in Des Moines, Iowa, could make ripples in other states.

The Wine Shipping Battle Takes a Twist in Iowa

A federal district court has struck down a law banning out-of-state wineries from selling directly to Iowa retailers, and it could have a nationwide effect

Collin Dreizen

Nov 1, 2024

Jan Shrem with his wife Maria Manetti Shrem at an event for the U.C. Davis Manetti Shrem Museum of Art.

Jan Shrem, Philanthropist and Founder of Napa's Clos Pegase, Dies at 94

The winery owner, art collector and humanitarian's contributions to the California wine community ran deep

Aaron Romano

Oct 31, 2024

The appellation signs up for auction adorned vineyards across Burgundy for almost 20 years before being replaced earlier this year.

Now’s Your Chance to Own a Piece of Burgundy History

On Nov. 12, hundreds of retired appellation signs, including grands crus, will be up for grabs in an online auction

Kenny Martin

Oct 30, 2024

Chef Danny Garcia's menu at Time and Tide takes inspiration from childhood summers eating seafood on Long Island.

Chef Danny Garcia Opens Time and Tide in New York; Michael Mina Brings Orla to Santa Monica

The Manhattan “fish house" is the first opening for Kent Hospitality Group since the death of its founder, Jamal “James” Kent; plus, Mina's new seafood restaurant expands to California, and Aphotic will close in San Francisco

Oct 30, 2024

Hundreds of guests attended this year's Wine Experience seminars, where they tasted some of the world's most renowned wines and learned from the people behind those bottles.

The 2024 New York Wine Experience: Wine, from Generation to Generation

The 43rd annual Wine Spectator event brought together families of winemakers and wine lovers with 348 amazing wines for them to share

Mitch Frank

Oct 28, 2024

Williams Selyem’s Pinot Noirs have always been inspired by Burgundy, and with Domaine Faiveley as the new owner, winemaking director Jeff Mangahas tells senior editor James Molesworth that isn’t going to change.

Williams Selyem Still Going Strong

Winemaker Jeff Mangahas is a steward of quality and tradition at the Sonoma legend

James Molesworth

From the Nov 30, 2024, issue

Prince Robert of Luxembourg has written an exciting new chapter for his family's business.

A Prince of a Vintner: Robert de Luxembourg Receives Wine Spectator's 2024 Distinguished Service Award

The former screenwriter has excelled at both growing the company behind Château Haut-Brion and giving back to the community

Mitch Frank

Oct 19, 2024

Cathiard Family Estate's Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021 was one of many California gems poured at the Grand Tasting.

2024 Grand Tastings: Two Nights Not to Be Missed

Wine Spectator's 43rd Wine Experience kicks off with an all-star evening featuring more than 260 of the world's best wines

Mitch Frank

Oct 19, 2024

José Andrés' first hotel will be in the heart of the Georgetown historic district in Washington, D.C.

Building on His Restaurant Empire, José Andrés Is Opening His First Hotel

The Bazaar House will debut in Washington, D.C., in 2027 with dining options, a private club and a new “signature restaurant” from José Andrés Group. Plus, Daniel's a Florida Steak House opens in Coral Gables

Oct 17, 2024

The New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square is more than a hotel and dining destination; it hosts Broadway shows, New Year’s Eve celebrations and events like Wine Spectator's New York Wine Experience.

Danny Meyer to Take a Spin on a Revolving Restaurant in New York City

Union Square Hospitality Group will revamp the View Restaurant & Lounge atop the Marriott Marquis hotel in Times Square, with plans to open this winter

Julia Larson

Oct 10, 2024

An Israeli farmer was killed by Hezbollah fire in December near this vineyard, which sits just across the border from the hills of Lebanon. Most residents have been evacuated for a year now.

As War in the Middle East Expands, Winemakers Persevere

Plagued by war, bombing and heartbreak, wine producers in Israel, Lebanon and the West Bank share their stories

Kristen Bieler

Oct 9, 2024

Following a retrospective tasting of Barbaresco’s 2014 vintage with nine of the region’s top producers, senior editor Bruce Sanderson reflects on the power of these Nebbiolos after a decade in the cellar.

A Breakout Vintage for Barbaresco

A 2014 retrospective tasting reinforces the distinctive nature of this region’s Nebbiolos

Bruce Sanderson

From the Nov 15, 2024, issue

Lucas Löwi is returning home as the new estate director of Terrazas de los Andes, and he has big plans for the future, writes senior editor Aaron Romano.

Homecoming King

Lucas Löwi returns to Argentina from Numanthia in Spain to showcase his homeland’s terroir

Aaron Romano

From the Nov 15, 2024, issue

Duckhorn head winemaker Renée Ary walks through one of the company's hundreds of acres of vines.

SND: Private Equity Firm Butterfly Buys Duckhorn Wine Company for $1.95 Billion

Five years after becoming a public company, the Napa-based wine giant has new owners

Daniel Marsteller

Oct 7, 2024

Somni is returning with chef Aitor Zabala's high concept dishes, like this mint broth served with fava beans, artichokes and morel mushrooms.

Somni to Reopen in Los Angeles

After four years, the acclaimed restaurant returns under the sole ownership of chef Aitor Zabala. Plus, Prelude opens in San Francisco and Oregon's ōkta says goodbye

Oct 3, 2024

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