The wines of Santorini have become rather well known in wine circles over the past decade. The best Santorini whites of...
Luigi Einaudi, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) Nebbiolo 2011
Although this vintage has been in the market for several months, it is still available from several sources and only getting...
Le Monde, Friuli Grave (Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, Italy) Cabernet Franc 2014
Le Monde is a producer worth seeking out. While situated within the Friuli Grave DOC, their local conditions set them apart from...
Barone Pizzini, Franciacorta (Lombardy, Italy) 2011
Barone Pizzini is among the top echelon of Franciacorta producers. They have created a truly exceptional bubbly with the...
Muri-Gries, Südtirol (Alto Adige, Italy) Lagrein 2012
Lagrein is a secret passion for lovers of rich but still pure and lively reds. The best Lagrein bottlings somehow combine...
Agricola Punica, Isola dei Nuraghi IGT (Sardinia, Italy) 2013
The 2013 Montessu from Agricola Punica is a big and rich red from the island of Sardinia. It combines traditional style...
Sauvignon Blanc and Plate Tectonics: The Extraordinary Geology of Marlborough
In just 30 years, New Zealand has grown from a virtual vinous non-entity to an international all-star for its distinctive...
Michele Chiarlo, Barbera d’Asti (Piedmont, Italy) 2012
Barbera is often overlooked as a superb quality grape in Piemonte, where all the attention is focused on Nebbiolo. The...
Ferghettina, Franciacorta (Lombardy, Italy) 2009
Ferghettina consistently produces Franciacorta wines of exceptional quality. The best Franciacortas are brilliant, elegant...
Christophe Pacalet, Beaujolais-Villages (Burgundy, France) 2014
Christophe Pacalet is a noted producer of Côte de Brouilly and other Beaujolais wines. His Beaujolais-Villages...
Bubbling Up From the Chalk: Exploring the Geologic Heritage of Champagne
Times are good for Champagne lovers. There is more good Champagne available in the US market than ever before. The...
Lamoreaux Landing, Finger Lakes (New York) 2012
Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars is located on the shores of Seneca Lake. While best known for Rieslings and other whites,...