Mitch Frank

Mitch Frank

Senior Editor for News

About

Mitch Frank joined Wine Spectator as associate editor in 2005 and serves as news editor for the magazine and WineSpectator.com. He was promoted to senior editor for news in 2022.

Frank previously worked at Time magazine, where he covered American politics and global affairs. He has published two books for teenage readers: Understanding September 11th and Understanding the Holy Land. Since 2010, he and his family have lived in New Orleans. When he's not tasting wine, Mitch loves great food, great music, and watching the New York Mets break his heart.

E.&J. Gallo Buys Rombauer Vineyards
News

E.&J. Gallo Buys Rombauer Vineyards

America's largest wine company gains a powerhouse brand known for Chardonnay and Sauvignon …

Aug 29, 2023
Château Haut-Brion Owner Buys Significant Wine Book Collection
News in Print

Château Haut-Brion Owner Buys Significant Wine Book Collection

Plus, Joseph Drouhin expands in Burgundy and Gallo acquires Hahn Family Wines

Sep 30, 2023
Constellation Acquires Ayesha Curry and Sydel Curry-Lee's Boutique Napa Winery
News

Constellation Acquires Ayesha Curry and Sydel Curry-Lee's Boutique Napa Winery

Domaine Curry owns no winery or vineyard, but it has quickly built an impressive following …

Jul 13, 2023
Our 2023 Restaurant Awards
Restaurants

Our 2023 Restaurant Awards

Wine Spectator's annual guide to where to dine with a great bottle of wine, at home and …

Aug 31, 2023
Gallo Buys a Notable California Pinot Noir Player
News

Gallo Buys a Notable California Pinot Noir Player

The wine giant has acquired Hahn Family Wines, known for its Santa Lucia Highlands Pinots …

Jun 23, 2023
Antinori To Be Stag's Leap's Sole Owner
News in Print

Antinori To Be Stag's Leap's Sole Owner

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates has sold full ownership of the Napa winery to Marchesi Antinori

Jul 31, 2023
Updated: Bordeaux 2022 Futures Prices and Analysis
News

Updated: Bordeaux 2022 Futures Prices and Analysis

The annual sales campaign is heating up as Haut-Brion, Margaux, Mouton and more release …

May 12, 2023
Wine Culture Drives Luxury Travel: the Auberge Resorts Story
Travel

Wine Culture Drives Luxury Travel: the Auberge Resorts Story

Auberge Resorts Collection started with a single gem in Napa Valley. Now, a new owner works …

Jun 30, 2023
Ornellaia Winemaker Back to Bordeaux
News in Print

Ornellaia Winemaker Back to Bordeaux

Gaylon Lawrence and Carlton McCoy hire Axel Heinz as CEO of Château Lascombes

Jun 30, 2023