Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator rates over 15,000 wines per year, in every price range, to fit every occasion. Read about the world's great wineries and winemakers and visit restaurants with outstanding wine lists. Plus, each issue features delicious recipes and pairs them with the perfect wines.

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From One Generation to the Next

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Federal Anti-Alcohol Report Shelved

Five Restaurant Openings to Watch

Sonoma County Wine Celebration Raises $1 Million

Barrels, Beneficiaries and a Bear: Auction of Washington Wines Raises $4 Million

Tuscany’s Hidden Gem: Carmignano

SAVVY SHOPPER

Brunello 2015: Reflecting on the Vintage

The Return of Michel-Schlumberger

JACKSON FAMILY WINES SUCCEEDS ACROSS GENERATIONS • JESS JACKSON’S CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN PLOT A TRAJECTORY FOR THE CALIFORNIA POWERHOUSE

JACKSON FAMILY WINERIES

OUR 2025 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE • Our editors’ favorite picks for everyone on your list

For the Dinner Party Dynamo • Covet-worthy items for the person who brings everyone to the table

For the Wine-Loving Bookworm • A selection of new titles that prove wine, food and reading go hand in hand

For Wine Lovers on The Go • Practical accessories for trips to wine country

For the Chic Cocktail Maven • Artful tools to impress your favorite design-minded mixologist

CHAMPAGNE’S Allure • A TAPESTRY OF DIVERSE OFFERINGS BUOYS THE WORLD’S PREMIER SPARKLING WINE REGION

A Cristal WORTH THE WAIT • A RETROSPECTIVE TASTING OF CRISTAL’S VINOTHÈQUE REVEALS THE SPECIAL CHARACTER OF THISLONG-AGED CHAMPAGNE

ALPHABETICAL GUIDE TO CHAMPAGNE • Nearly 275 wines were tasted for this report. An in-depth analysis begins on page 54. WineSpectator.com members can access complete reviews using the online Wine Ratings search.

ALL THAT GLITTERS IS GOTT • Joel and Sarah Gott have built a million-case brand on a blend of winemaking skill and creativity

GOTT IN THE COMMUNITY

Wine Spectator Buying Guide

SPECTATOR SELECTIONS

Collectibles • Wines that will improve most from additional bottle age and that show the greatest potential to gain in value.

About the Buying Guide

Smart Buys • Wines that deliver fine character at affordable prices and that are broadly available.

Best Values • Wines with solid scores, modest prices and wide distribution.

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