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Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

No Boone’s Farm in the Champagne Room: New Wine Rap Video Stars Cedric the Entertainer, Dev the Somm

L.A. somm Devin Reed’s “Wine, Wine, Wine” Jay-Z cover song gets the music video treatment, and the Barbershop star provides comic relief

Aug 26, 2024

Chef Marcus Samuelsson returned to his Swedish hometown to celebrate his West Elm partnership.

Marcus Samuelsson Goes Home with West Elm

The chef, restaurateur and TV personality teams with the Brooklyn design firm to create a line of furniture and tableware

Aug 23, 2024

Dolly Parton is beloved for her music, film and philanthropy—and now she’s in the wine business.

Dolly Parton’s California Chardonnay Is Now Widely Available

The singer and songwriter expands her business empire with Dolly Wines

Aug 20, 2024

Graphic for Wine Spectator's 18th annual Video Contest with one person filming another drinking wine, with the words "Last Chance to Enter!"

Wine Spectator’s 18th Annual Video Contest: Enter by Sept. 3!

How does wine enhance your life? Enter your video story in one of two categories in our expanded contest!

Jul 25, 2024

People

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Blowup: A Controversial Italian Photographer, His Rebel Son and Wine

Traveling the backroads of Tuscany, part 2: A visit to Toscani

Aug 20, 2024

What makes wine pros want to throw up their hands? These somms would be happy if certain phrases and wine styles disappeared.

What makes wine pros want to throw up their hands? These somms would be happy if certain phrases and wine styles disappeared.

9 Terms and Trends Wine Professionals Are Sick of Seeing

Aug 19, 2024

After nearly two decades at the helm of Tuscany’s iconic Tenuta dell’Ornellaia, Axel Heinz has made a move to Bordeaux to take on a new challenge.

After nearly two decades at the helm of Tuscany’s iconic Tenuta dell’Ornellaia, Axel Heinz has made a move to Bordeaux to take on a new challenge.

Renewal at Château Lascombes

From the Sep 30, 2024, issue

Sam and Nancy Kaplan have joined forces to produce some of Sonoma’s top 2022 Pinot Noirs from their Maxem label, named for their two children, Max and Emma.

Sam and Nancy Kaplan have joined forces to produce some of Sonoma’s top 2022 Pinot Noirs from their Maxem label, named for their two children, Max and Emma.

Pinot’s New Wave

From the Sep 30, 2024, issue

At Frasca Hospitality Group, Carlin Karr is digging deep into the wines of Italy, particularly Friuli-Venezia-Giulia.

At Frasca Hospitality Group, Carlin Karr is digging deep into the wines of Italy, particularly Friuli-Venezia-Giulia.

You’re Missing Out on Friuli—Frasca’s Carlin Karr Wants to Change That

Aug 9, 2024

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Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

No Boone’s Farm in the Champagne Room: New Wine Rap Video Stars Cedric the Entertainer, Dev the Somm

L.A. somm Devin Reed’s “Wine, Wine, Wine” Jay-Z cover song gets the music video treatment, and the Barbershop star provides comic relief

Aug 26, 2024

Chef Marcus Samuelsson returned to his Swedish hometown to celebrate his West Elm partnership.

Chef Marcus Samuelsson returned to his Swedish hometown to celebrate his West Elm partnership.

Marcus Samuelsson Goes Home with West Elm

The chef, restaurateur and TV personality teams with the Brooklyn design firm to create a line of furniture and tableware reflecting his Swedish and Ethiopian heritage

Aug 23, 2024

Dolly Parton is beloved for her music, film and philanthropy—and now she’s in the wine business.

Dolly Parton is beloved for her music, film and philanthropy—and now she’s in the wine business.

Dolly Parton’s California Chardonnay Is Now Widely Available

The singer and songwriter expands her business empire with Dolly Wines

Aug 20, 2024

Extra, Extra

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Extra, Extra

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 16 Most Expensive Wines Ever Sold

Drop for drop, Burgundy's Romanée-Conti Pinot Noirs command the highest wine auction bids—more than $500,000 for a single bottle

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

This year was full of thrilling wine moments to grab our attention ...

This year was full of thrilling wine moments to grab our attention ...

Best of Unfiltered 2023

King Charles III and Queen Camilla received a tour of King Charles III and Queen Camilla were given a tour of the chai of Château Smith-Haut-Lafitte's cellars from the Cathiard family.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla received a tour of King Charles III and Queen Camilla were given a tour of the chai of Château Smith-Haut-Lafitte's cellars from the Cathiard family.

Royal Crush

Taylor Swift has made an estimated $4 billion dollars from her wildly successful Eras Tour, but she's been drinking $25 bottles of wine.

Taylor Swift has made an estimated $4 billion dollars from her wildly successful Eras Tour, but she's been drinking $25 bottles of wine.

New Photo Shows Taylor Swift Drinking Gaslighter Rosé—Sparking a Fan Frenzy

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Sports

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Sports

Swimmer Katie Ledecky (left) earned her 14th Olympic medal in Paris, surpassing the record held by Gaderian Wines co-founder Natalie Coughlin Hall.

Swimmer Katie Ledecky (left) earned her 14th Olympic medal in Paris, surpassing the record held by Gaderian Wines co-founder Natalie Coughlin Hall.

Katie Ledecky Surpasses Wine Country's Olympic Legend

Natalie Coughlin Hall, Gaderian Wines co-owner and the formerly most decorated American female athlete of all time, is ready to splash some bubbly after her former Olympics swimming teammate broke her medal-count record

Former San Antonio Spur and current Provence wine estate owner Tony Parker runs with the 2024 Olympic torch after a hand-off from fellow wine lover, tennis champion Amélie Mauresmo.

Former San Antonio Spur and current Provence wine estate owner Tony Parker runs with the 2024 Olympic torch after a hand-off from fellow wine lover, tennis champion Amélie Mauresmo.

French Vintners Carry the 2024 Paris Olympic Torch

In 2023, golfer Scottie Scheffler helps Jon Rahm put on his newly earned Champion's green jacket at Augusta National. That honor also meant Rahm had to plan and pay for dinner for all the Champions in 2024.

In 2023, golfer Scottie Scheffler helps Jon Rahm put on his newly earned Champion's green jacket at Augusta National. That honor also meant Rahm had to plan and pay for dinner for all the Champions in 2024.

Champion Golfer Jon Rahm Turns to Spain’s CVNE Wines for Masters Club Dinner

20-time major champion Roger Federer is ready for his close-up with Moët & Chandon Champagne.

20-time major champion Roger Federer is ready for his close-up with Moët & Chandon Champagne.

Roger Federer and Coco Rocha Star in Moët & Chandon's 'Party Hero'

From Willamette Pinot Noir to Champagne, these bottles won't fumble the ball at your next tailgate.

From Willamette Pinot Noir to Champagne, these bottles won't fumble the ball at your next tailgate.

Sommelier Roundtable

Sommelier Roundtable: What’s the Best Wine for Tailgate Parties?

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TV, Film & Theater

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TV, Film & Theater

Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

No Boone’s Farm in the Champagne Room: New Wine Rap Video Stars Cedric the Entertainer, Dev the Somm

L.A. somm Devin Reed’s “Wine, Wine, Wine” Jay-Z cover song gets the music video treatment, and the Barbershop star provides comic relief

Haley Bennett stars as Madame Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin in <em>Widow Clicquot</em>, now in theaters.

Haley Bennett stars as Madame Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin in <em>Widow Clicquot</em>, now in theaters.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

Fizz Flick FanFic: ‘Widow Clicquot’

Daniel Boulud leaps from the cover of <em>Wine Spectator</em> to the season 3 premiere of <em>The Bear</em>, starring Emmy winner Jeremy Allen White.

Daniel Boulud leaps from the cover of <em>Wine Spectator</em> to the season 3 premiere of <em>The Bear</em>, starring Emmy winner Jeremy Allen White.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

‘The Bear’ Goes Upscale with Chefs Daniel Boulud and Thomas Keller. So Where’s the Wine?!

Woody Harrelson has come full circle, from bartending on <i>Cheers</i> to releasing his own gin and vodka.

Woody Harrelson has come full circle, from bartending on <i>Cheers</i> to releasing his own gin and vodka.

Woody Harrelson on the Worst Wine, Biodynamic Burgundy and Holistic Spirits

Prince Robert de Luxembourg (left) shares a pour of 2016 Clarendelle with chef Wolfgang Puck at the 2023 Academy Awards Governors Ball.

Prince Robert de Luxembourg (left) shares a pour of 2016 Clarendelle with chef Wolfgang Puck at the 2023 Academy Awards Governors Ball.

Wines of the Stars Align for 2024 Awards Season

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What?!

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What?!

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

Are tattoo-inspired labels the must-have accessory of 2024? Celebrity artists Mister Cartoon and Ami James are the latest to ink wine label deals

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

This grapeseed fossil is all that remains of a vine that thrived after the planet said goodbye to tyrannosaurus, triceratops and other Late Cretaceous dinos.

This grapeseed fossil is all that remains of a vine that thrived after the planet said goodbye to tyrannosaurus, triceratops and other Late Cretaceous dinos.

60 Million–Year-Old Grape Fossil Is Oldest in Western Hemisphere

This 2,000-year-old cinerary urn was discovered to contain liquid wine.

This 2,000-year-old cinerary urn was discovered to contain liquid wine.

2,000-Year-Old Liquid Wine, Oldest Ever Found, Discovered in Spain

And now we know where the cherries went: Quarter-millenium-old bottles of preserved fruit have been unearthed beneath George Washington's Mount Vernon cellar.

And now we know where the cherries went: Quarter-millenium-old bottles of preserved fruit have been unearthed beneath George Washington's Mount Vernon cellar.

Presidential Pits: Archaeologists Find 29 Bottles of Cherries and Berries at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

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Music

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Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

Dev the Somm tries not to laugh as Cedric the Entertainer explains the finer points of Boone's Farm.

No Boone’s Farm in the Champagne Room: New Wine Rap Video Stars Cedric the Entertainer, Dev the Somm

L.A. somm Devin Reed’s “Wine, Wine, Wine” Jay-Z cover song gets the music video treatment, and the Barbershop star provides comic relief

Dolly Parton is beloved for her music, film and philanthropy—and now she’s in the wine business.

Dolly Parton is beloved for her music, film and philanthropy—and now she’s in the wine business.

Dolly Parton’s California Chardonnay Is Now Widely Available

Image for the article titled: Sammy Hagar: The Encore Interview

Image for the article titled: Sammy Hagar: The Encore Interview

Sammy Hagar: The Encore Interview

With violinist Gautier Capuçon (at left), Jean-Yves Thibaudet advises a wine and music festival in Burgundy, where he spent much of his childhood.

With violinist Gautier Capuçon (at left), Jean-Yves Thibaudet advises a wine and music festival in Burgundy, where he spent much of his childhood.

Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet on Napa, Burgundy and Getting to Know the Mondavis

Lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim was a known wine lover. Now, his wineglasses are up for auction, along with vintage games, furniture and Broadway memorabilia.

Lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim was a known wine lover. Now, his wineglasses are up for auction, along with vintage games, furniture and Broadway memorabilia.

Now’s Your Chance to Drink from Stephen Sondheim’s Wineglass

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Design

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Design

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

A tool for pouring large-format bottles with precision and ease

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

On a whim, a family of wine lovers began digging their own cave in Hill Country. With the aid of architect Brian Korte, they were able to bring their dream to fruition.

On a whim, a family of wine lovers began digging their own cave in Hill Country. With the aid of architect Brian Korte, they were able to bring their dream to fruition.

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