Robert Parker: The Wine Advocate

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We sat down to speak about the challenges of the wine business, how the Napa Valley has changed and Anthony’s vision for its future....

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Erin Brooks • 29 Mar 2018

Winemaker Spotlight NapaValley

Winemaker Spotlight: Julien Fayard

Julien Fayard was raised in the French Riviera. In the 1970s, his uncle purchased the small Château Sainte Marguerite in Provence and began making small amounts of wine. “My youth...

People & Places

Erin Brooks • 16 Mar 2018

Winemaker Spotlight

Meet Geneviève Janssens, Robert Mondavi’s Director of Winemaking

Get to know what her day-to-day is like, as well as the importance passion of pursuing your dreams....

People & Places

Erin Brooks • 09 Mar 2018

Winemaker Spotlight

Winemaker Spotlight: Kale Anderson of Kale Wines

The 37-year-old med student-turned winemaker is one of the best in Napa....

People & Places

Erin Brooks • 28 Feb 2018

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Brewer Spotlight: Vinnie Cilurzo, Russian River Brewing Company

Vinnie, along with his wife, Natalie, has turned Russian River into one of the most famous brew pubs in the world....

People & Places

Erin Brooks • 22 Feb 2018

beer Brewer Spotlight

Here’s How to Be Part of a 100-Point Wine Dinner

You don’t want to miss this....

News & Views

Erin Brooks • 12 Feb 2018

Matter of Taste wine tasting

Winemaker Spotlight: Christopher Tynan of Cliff Lede

In our new series, we showcase the hardworking and dedicated individuals who make wine great. First up: Christopher Tynan of Cliff Lede....

People & Places

Erin Brooks • 07 Feb 2018

Winemaker Spotlight

Taste a 10-Year Vertical of Italian Icon Galatrona

What makes a wine an icon? Is it rarity or expense? Is it the terroir? Is it high scores from critics or the wine’s presence on the best restaurant wine...

News & Views

Erin Brooks • 05 Feb 2018

Italian Wines Matter of Taste

Get to Know Our Newest Reviewer, William Kelley

See which California wine first tripped his trigger, his views on the ethics of wine criticism and his passion for explosives....

People & Places

Erin Brooks • 31 Jan 2018

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