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Tasting Highlights wine reviews are fresh out of the tasting room, offering a sneak peek of our editors most recent scores and notes to WineSpectator.com members.Argentina continues to climb the wine-region ranks, and is now a sizable contributor to wine production and exports on the global stage. This is in large part thanks to its rich, fruity Malbecs, many of which are affordably priced. While the origins of the variety can be traced back to southern France, its become Argentinas signature gr...
Tasting Highlights wine reviews are fresh out of the tasting room, offering a sneak peek of our editors most recent scores and notes to WineSpectator.com members.Centuries ago, Gamay production was moved south from Burgundy to the Beaujolais region. Since then, Gamay has grown deep roots in Beaujolais, and the region now has 10 subappellations called crus that make wines with their own distinct character. Todays cuvées come from six different crus in diverse styles, showing a range of spice and ...
Tasting Highlights wine reviews are fresh out of the tasting room, offering a sneak peek of our editors most recent scores and notes to WineSpectator.com members.Californias high-end wines are great for special occasions, but the state is also a reliable source of value, as evident in this weeks roundup. Theres a little something for everyone with an assortment of grapes from well-known regions. These widely available wines offer impressive quality at affordable prices, making them a great choic...
Tasting Highlights wine reviews are fresh out of the tasting room, offering a sneak peek of our editors most recent scores and notes to WineSpectator.com members.Valentines Day is fast-approaching and whether youre single, in a relationship or its complicated, you deserve some sweetness Feb. 14. Cards can give you paper cuts and roses have thorns—and sometimes your sweetheart is deathly allergic to chocolate because theyre a dog. But wine is always a safe bet. Whether youre spoiling yourself or ...
Tasting Highlights wine reviews are fresh out of the tasting room, offering a sneak peek of our editors most recent scores and notes to WineSpectator.com members.Blending different grapes can add complexities and textures to a wine that a single grape may not be able to achieve. This week we highlight eight unique California red blends that stood out from recent tastings.Rhône varieties such as Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre are commonly combined, with harmonious results. California Rhône pioneer...
Tasting Highlights wine reviews are fresh out of the tasting room, offering a sneak peek of our editors most recent scores and notes to WineSpectator.com members.Australia and New Zealand are both world-class wine regions in the Southern Hemisphere, but each country has its own set of distinctive regions, styles, varieties and talented winemakers. Todays selection, with wines from six different grapes, will give you a head start on your journey through the styles of Australia and New Zealand. Pi...