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Santa Barbara Wine Country
In this issue, our editors plot out a town-and-country tour of Santa Barbara that explores the county’s wine scene through the lens of the region’s most exciting grape: Pinot Noir. The abundance of quality bottlings from central California will gratify both casual drinkers and collectors, and a visit to the region can provide a deeper understanding of this nuanced and fascinating terroir. Learn more about where to taste, dine and stay in Santa Barbara in this issue’s cover story.
Plus, get tasting reports on California Pinot Noir, Italian sparkling wine, Austria’s 2022 releases and more!
Cover Stories
A Pinot Lover’s Guide to Santa Barbara
Tasting Reports
California Pinot Noir: Feeling the Heat
Alphabetical Guide to California Pinot Noir
Alphabetical Guide to Italian Sparkling Wine
Alphabetical Guide to Austria
Exploring Portugal’s Vinho Verde
Alphabetical Guide to Vinho Verde
Features
Renewal at Château Lascombes
Grapevine
Ukraine’s Wine Industry Endures
Auction Napa Valley Finds Its Groove
Some Choice Accompaniments for Cheese Plates
Departments
Santa Barbara is for Pinot Lovers
French Vintners Carry the 2024 Paris Olympic Torch
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