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In 1983, Kermit Lynch (second from left) met with artisan Northern Rhône winemakers Raymond Trollat, Gérard Chave and Ernest Trollat.

At Kermit’s Table, Part 2

The famed importer and author recalls how he went from beatnik to successful wine businessman and reflects on the current state of wine

Oct 7, 2025

SERVICE! From left, Bowen Yang, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Francis Tiafoe and Morgan Riddle were all served at the U.S. Open.

Celebrity-Packed 2025 U.S. Open Showcases Après Tennis Wine and Cocktails

Moët & Chandon, Clos du Bois, Aperol Spritzes and Honey Deuces fueled an energized U.S. Open, while Paso Robles’ Daou wowed as Taylor Fritz clinched the Laver Cup

Sep 29, 2025

A group of friends and wine lovers from Quincy, Ill., all lent a hand for the 2025 contest winner, a parody of a Sir Mix-a-Lot song.

‘Large Format (Baby Got Casks)’ Wins Wine Spectator’s 2025 Video Contest

A troop of friends and New York Wine Experience super-fans teamed up for this magnum-sized parody of ‘Baby Got Back’

Sep 24, 2025

Kermit Lynch hopes he has captured the “attitude of wine as a joy and a blessing” in his debut novel, <i>At Poupon's Table</i>.

At Kermit’s Table, Part 1

A creative spirit of wine releases his first novel—set in France’s vineyards

Sep 17, 2025

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In 1983, Kermit Lynch (second from left) met with artisan Northern Rhône winemakers Raymond Trollat, Gérard Chave and Ernest Trollat.

In 1983, Kermit Lynch (second from left) met with artisan Northern Rhône winemakers Raymond Trollat, Gérard Chave and Ernest Trollat.

At Kermit’s Table, Part 2

The famed importer and author recalls how he went from beatnik to successful wine businessman and reflects on the current state of wine

Oct 7, 2025

Tom Farella spent decades developing the Coombsville property his father, Frank, purchased in 1977 into a leading Cabernet estate, producing its own distinctive wines while supplying grapes up valley.

Tom Farella spent decades developing the Coombsville property his father, Frank, purchased in 1977 into a leading Cabernet estate, producing its own distinctive wines while supplying grapes up valley.

A Generational Transition at Farella Vineyard

From the Nov 15, 2025, issue

For Katharina Marrapode, getting younger drinkers excited about wine is all about telling the right story.

For Katharina Marrapode, getting younger drinkers excited about wine is all about telling the right story.

At Napa’s Auberge du Soleil, Katharina Marrapode Has Big Shoes to Fill

Sep 26, 2025

Kermit Lynch hopes he has captured the “attitude of wine as a joy and a blessing” in his debut novel, <i>At Poupon's Table</i>.

Kermit Lynch hopes he has captured the “attitude of wine as a joy and a blessing” in his debut novel, <i>At Poupon's Table</i>.

At Kermit’s Table, Part 1

Sep 17, 2025

Mets All-Star Pete Alonso is a big fan of Tuscan reds, but he loves a day off in Napa too.

Mets All-Star Pete Alonso is a big fan of Tuscan reds, but he loves a day off in Napa too.

Mets Home Run King Pete Alonso’s Favorite Italian Reds

Sep 12, 2025

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SERVICE! From left, Bowen Yang, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Francis Tiafoe and Morgan Riddle were all served at the U.S. Open.

SERVICE! From left, Bowen Yang, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Francis Tiafoe and Morgan Riddle were all served at the U.S. Open.

Celebrity-Packed 2025 U.S. Open Showcases Après Tennis Wine and Cocktails

Moët & Chandon, Clos du Bois, Aperol Spritzes and Honey Deuces fueled an energized U.S. Open, while Paso Robles’ Daou wowed as Taylor Fritz clinched the Laver Cup

Sep 29, 2025

Sparkling wine and Formula 1 have a long and celebratory history that includes 2025 Miami Grand Prix winner Oscar Piastri (center) and late legend Ayrton Senna (right).

Sparkling wine and Formula 1 have a long and celebratory history that includes 2025 Miami Grand Prix winner Oscar Piastri (center) and late legend Ayrton Senna (right).

NA Bubbly French Bloom Joins Official Champagne Moët & Chandon in the Formula 1 Wine Paddock

Why wait until the race is over? LVMH’s alcohol-free sparkling wine, founded by Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger and French model Constance Jablonski, is now F1's Official Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wine

Sep 19, 2025

<i>Next Gen Chef</i> marks the first time the Culinary Institute of America has allowed a television crew to film on campus—even the faculty became part of the show.

<i>Next Gen Chef</i> marks the first time the Culinary Institute of America has allowed a television crew to film on campus—even the faculty became part of the show.

Netflix’s ‘Next Gen Chef’ Brings the Future to the Table

Master Sommelier Carlton McCoy, chef Kelsey Barnard Clark and model Olivia Culpo star in the new reality cooking competition, set at the Culinary Institute of America

Sep 17, 2025

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Teams from 12 universities across the United States and Canada competed at the 2025 Left Bank Bordeaux Cup.

Teams from 12 universities across the United States and Canada competed at the 2025 Left Bank Bordeaux Cup.

The Thrill (and Taste) of Victory—Universities Compete at the Left Bank Bordeaux Cup

Teams from across the United States and Canada showed off their wine-tasting skills and vinous knowledge in a Bordeaux smackdown in New York

The Church of England's General Synod is meeting this week at Church House in London, just across the yard from Westminster Abbey.

The Church of England's General Synod is meeting this week at Church House in London, just across the yard from Westminster Abbey.

No, the Church of England Didn’t Ban All Non-Alcoholic Wine for Communion

Clockwise from top left: George and Amal Clooney, a British protester, LeBron James and the GranCabrio Folgore Tignanello Maserati

Clockwise from top left: George and Amal Clooney, a British protester, LeBron James and the GranCabrio Folgore Tignanello Maserati

Best of Unfiltered 2024

Legendary vintages of Château Mouton-Rothschild in Bordeaux are among—but not atop—our list of the most expensive wines in the world.

Legendary vintages of Château Mouton-Rothschild in Bordeaux are among—but not atop—our list of the most expensive wines in the world.

The 17 Most Expensive Wines Ever Sold

Vampire Family Brands' Dracula brut (left) and Treasury Wine Estates' Dracula Red Blend

Vampire Family Brands' Dracula brut (left) and Treasury Wine Estates' Dracula Red Blend

Fangs Out: A Dracula Wine Legal Fight

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Sports

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Sports

SERVICE! From left, Bowen Yang, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Francis Tiafoe and Morgan Riddle were all served at the U.S. Open.

SERVICE! From left, Bowen Yang, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Francis Tiafoe and Morgan Riddle were all served at the U.S. Open.

Celebrity-Packed 2025 U.S. Open Showcases Après Tennis Wine and Cocktails

Moët & Chandon, Clos du Bois, Aperol Spritzes and Honey Deuces fueled an energized U.S. Open, while Paso Robles’ Daou wowed as Taylor Fritz clinched the Laver Cup

Sparkling wine and Formula 1 have a long and celebratory history that includes 2025 Miami Grand Prix winner Oscar Piastri (center) and late legend Ayrton Senna (right).

Sparkling wine and Formula 1 have a long and celebratory history that includes 2025 Miami Grand Prix winner Oscar Piastri (center) and late legend Ayrton Senna (right).

NA Bubbly French Bloom Joins Official Champagne Moët & Chandon in the Formula 1 Wine Paddock

Mets All-Star Pete Alonso is a big fan of Tuscan reds, but he loves a day off in Napa too.

Mets All-Star Pete Alonso is a big fan of Tuscan reds, but he loves a day off in Napa too.

Mets Home Run King Pete Alonso’s Favorite Italian Reds

Tennis wunderkind Jannik Sinner picks a Champagne cork up off the grass at the 2025 Wimbledon final.

Tennis wunderkind Jannik Sinner picks a Champagne cork up off the grass at the 2025 Wimbledon final.

Champagne Lanson Cork Lands Centre Court at Wimbledon

Mexican soccer stars Hirving Lozano, Guillermo Ochoa and Edson Álvarez, left to right, are coming to the U.S. this year and they're bringing a special wine from Concha y Toro.

Mexican soccer stars Hirving Lozano, Guillermo Ochoa and Edson Álvarez, left to right, are coming to the U.S. this year and they're bringing a special wine from Concha y Toro.

Goooaaalll! Chile's Concha y Toro Partners with Mexican National Soccer Teams on a Limited-Edition Wine

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TV, Film & Theater

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TV, Film & Theater

Regina King was introduced to orange wine by her son, Ian Desduné.

Regina King was introduced to orange wine by her son, Ian Desduné.

Regina King Creates A Tribute to Her Son with a New Wine Project

The actor, producer and director has launched MianU, a Mendocino orange wine, inspired by wines she shared with her son

Stella McCartney designs shoes and now she designs rosé wine labels.

Stella McCartney designs shoes and now she designs rosé wine labels.

Dressing for Success: Avaline Partners with Designer Stella McCartney

The As Ever team believes their rosé is ideal by the pool.

The As Ever team believes their rosé is ideal by the pool.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Introduces As Ever Napa Rosé

Emmy winners Ayo Edebiri and Liza Colón-Zayas power season 4 of <em>The Bear</em>.

Emmy winners Ayo Edebiri and Liza Colón-Zayas power season 4 of <em>The Bear</em>.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Women and Wine Rescue ‘The Bear’

Jeremy Allen White could earn a third consecutive Best Actor Emmy for his role as chef Carmy in season 4 of FX's <em>The Bear</em> on Hulu.

Jeremy Allen White could earn a third consecutive Best Actor Emmy for his role as chef Carmy in season 4 of FX's <em>The Bear</em> on Hulu.

The Bear Season 4 Preview: Will Our Wine Whines Be Heard? (No Spoilers!)

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The Church of England's General Synod is meeting this week at Church House in London, just across the yard from Westminster Abbey.

The Church of England's General Synod is meeting this week at Church House in London, just across the yard from Westminster Abbey.

No, the Church of England Didn’t Ban All Non-Alcoholic Wine for Communion

It’s been widely reported that the Bishop of Lichfield said non-alcoholic wine and gluten-free wafers weren’t fit for Holy Communion; the Church says that's not the case

Clockwise from top left: George and Amal Clooney, a British protester, LeBron James and the GranCabrio Folgore Tignanello Maserati

Clockwise from top left: George and Amal Clooney, a British protester, LeBron James and the GranCabrio Folgore Tignanello Maserati

Best of Unfiltered 2024

Did Charles II wet his whistle at a recently unearthed 17th century tavern when he landed in Dover in 1660?

Did Charles II wet his whistle at a recently unearthed 17th century tavern when he landed in Dover in 1660?

A 400-Year-Old Wine Bar in England?

L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

L.A. artist Mister Cartoon created the sculptural Lady Impala bottles for Title X's Paso Robles Cabernet-based blend.

Wine Labels Get Some New Ink

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

Could these 19th-century sparkling wine bottles have come from one of France's most prestigious Champagne houses?

170-Year-Old Shipwrecked Champagne Hoard Discovered Near Sweden

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Music

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Music

Norah Jones’ journey to making wine all started with a bottle of rosé—and now she makes a rosé and crémant, with a red and white on the way.

Norah Jones’ journey to making wine all started with a bottle of rosé—and now she makes a rosé and crémant, with a red and white on the way.

Exclusive: Norah Jones Launches a French Rosé and Sparkling Wine

The singer-songwriter, now part-owner of a wine estate in southern France, talks about debuting This Life wines ahead of her Visions tour

<em>A Complete Unknown</em> co-stars Monica Barbaro (left) and Elle Fanning enjoyed Moët & Chandon at the 82nd Golden Globes.

<em>A Complete Unknown</em> co-stars Monica Barbaro (left) and Elle Fanning enjoyed Moët & Chandon at the 82nd Golden Globes.

Cool Kids Table Pops Moët & Chandon Champagne at Golden Globes

Raise the bar and your cups to the stars with Pharrell Williams and Moët & Chandon Champagne.

Raise the bar and your cups to the stars with Pharrell Williams and Moët & Chandon Champagne.

Moët & Chandon in Hand, Pharrell Celebrates Happy Birthdays

Taylor Swift double fists the Ace of Spades at the 2025 Grammy Awards while actress Margaret Qualley side-eyes the haters.

Taylor Swift double fists the Ace of Spades at the 2025 Grammy Awards while actress Margaret Qualley side-eyes the haters.

Taylor Swift Toasts Beyoncé’s Grammy Wins with Jay-Z’s Ace of Spades Champagne

Mayer Hawthorne started playing and discussing his vinyl collection on YouTube during the pandemic, and always had a glass of wine. Now he's sharing his tastes in both.

Mayer Hawthorne started playing and discussing his vinyl collection on YouTube during the pandemic, and always had a glass of wine. Now he's sharing his tastes in both.

Mayer Hawthorne Finds a Vibe with Music and Wine

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Design

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Design

The fifth and sixth generations of the Perrin family in Beaucastel’s historic barrel room cellar, built in the 17th century. With its stacked barrels and large wooden vats, it’s one of the most recognizable cellars in the world.

The fifth and sixth generations of the Perrin family in Beaucastel’s historic barrel room cellar, built in the 17th century. With its stacked barrels and large wooden vats, it’s one of the most recognizable cellars in the world.

Château de Beaucastel’s Winery Wonder

Ancient design concepts underlie an architectural marvel of modern sustainability

The Vcanter is one of the market's top large format wine-decanting cradles, with 7 customizable size ranges for pouring magnums to nebuchadnezzars.

The Vcanter is one of the market's top large format wine-decanting cradles, with 7 customizable size ranges for pouring magnums to nebuchadnezzars.

From Cradle to Glass

Château Margaux, with the signature sweeping staircase of its rear courtyard, is among the most iconic edifices in Bordeaux.

Château Margaux, with the signature sweeping staircase of its rear courtyard, is among the most iconic edifices in Bordeaux.

The Architecture of Wine

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

The Fine Art of Shopping Carte

“We really want people to have a unique, holistic sensory experience that draws on our passions of wine, nature, art, design and architecture.”—Angelica de Vere Mabray, Donum CEO

“We really want people to have a unique, holistic sensory experience that draws on our passions of wine, nature, art, design and architecture.”—Angelica de Vere Mabray, Donum CEO

Donum Debuts Dazzling Glass Structure

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