Classic wines are realized through consistency in style and quality, and it starts with meticulous care for the vineyards. It can take generations to develop a vineyard and make a wine that expresses its terroir. Now it its 35th vintage, this iconic Chilean red has undoubtedly succeeded in its endeavor as a reference for excellence.
Wine Spectator's 2024 Wine of the Year is Viña Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto Puente Alto Vineyard 2021.
When chef, author and TV host Guy Fieri sat down to talk about cigars with Cigar Aficionado executive editor David Savona, the conversation turned to another of Fieri's biggest passions: wine. In part 2 of this 3-part series, Fieri tells us about creating his own wine brand—and NOT making it about himself.
Embrace the winter spirit with our enticing recipe for mulled wine! This version includes orange slices, mulling spices and a drizzle of honey for sweetness. Just pour yourself a mug, grab your favorite blanket and get cozy.
Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken interviewed Napa and Bordeaux wine legend Christian Moueix in a wide-ranging conversation about growing up in Bordeaux, managing his father's iconic Pétrus estate (but not inheriting it), his dedication to Napa Cabernet at his own Dominus Estate, and much, much more. Read the full interview and more in Wine Spectator's Nov. 15, 2024, issue cover story.
When chef, author and TV host Guy Fieri sat down to talk about cigars with Cigar Aficionado executive editor David Savona, the conversation turned to another of Fieri's biggest passions: wine. In part 1 of this 3-part series, Fieri tells us about his teenage wine epiphany as a 16-year-old exchange student in France.
In this two-part video, Seavey Vineyard winemaker Jim Duane shows us how a spore catcher helps him reduce spraying in the vineyard, and how daikon radishes are deliciously improving the vineyard's soil health. Plus, follow the link below to read the Seavey Vineyard profile in Wine Spectator's Oct. 31, 2024, issue.
In this exclusive full-length interview, Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken reminisces with Italian wine icon Angelo Gaja over their decades-long friendship and the evolution of the Gaja brand, the reputation of Barbaresco, Gaja's "secret" Cabernet vines and their early encounters with Robert Mondavi. Read the full cover story in the April 30, 2024, issue of Wine Spectator.
Nothing draws a crowd like a beautiful charcuterie board overflowing with fine cheeses, enticing meats, fruits, nuts, sweets and more. Wine Spectator's editors share 3 keys for constructing a winning cheese board, tips on how much you need, an easy hack for stunning salami rosettes and 4 wine-pairing recommendations!
We stopped in at New York's Bedford Cheese Shop for a quick tutorial from cheesemonger Cat Pickei on how to properly cut and present soft, firm and hard cheeses.
Williams Selyem director of winemaking Jeff Mangahas takes us into the estate vineyard to talk about clones—and why he has 18 of them growing here!
Stumped on how to wrap a bottle of wine you're gifting for the holidays? We've got you covered with 3 creative ways to give your gift a personal touch.
Halloween hosting is easy with our epic seasonal cheese board and wine pairings. Delight and surprise your guests with these pairing tips and tricks for sparkling wine, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Rioja, starring tangy goat's milk Valençay, toothsome Manchego, nutty Gruyère and mouthwatering aged Gouda. Follow our lead, or mix and match to choose your own Halloween adventure!
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