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Learn more, drink better: Wine reviews, values, expert tips, recipes, restaurants, news, videos & more. https://t.co/ZoUkkSnFC9
New York, NY; Napa, CA
Joined April 2009
International #wine star Christian Seely joins @WineSpectator's Straight Talk #podcast. He shares memories of tasting 1961 Château Palmer with his wine writer father and much more, including his #Napa and #Sonoma projects! https://t.co/P1Tgo5EwkC
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The man behind Pichon Baron and Quinta do Noval shares memories of his wine writer father, the bottle they shared that sparked his passion, his new Napa and Sonoma projects, and much more
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News: Christian Moueix is growing his Napa Valley Estate, Dominus, buying the 86-acre Yountville Ranch Vineyard from Markham Vineyards. Wine Spectator has details. https://t.co/PzQ4byxXLb
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The 86-acre property neighbors Napanook vineyard, giving Moueix 200 Napa Valley acres under vine.
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News: The infamous root louse phylloxera has been discovered on the Canary Islands, imperiling century-old vines and threaten unique local farming techniques. @WineSpectator has details.
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The infamous root louse could imperil century-old vines and threaten unique local farming techniques.
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In Sonoma and Mendocino kitchens and through his writing, chef John Ash helped teach America the joy of farm-fresh ingredients and clever #wine pairings. @WineSpectator pays tribute to his impact. https://t.co/qL6k3wteJi
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In Sonoma and Mendocino kitchens and through his writing, chef John Ash, who died this month, helped teach America the joy of farm-fresh ingredients and clever wine pairings.
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“Everything we made from the #wine we invested in the cellar and buying more vineyards and land,” says Domaine de la Janasse founder Aimé Sabon, recounting how he and his family built the #Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate into a success. https://t.co/KUrXYpm4FY
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The Sabon family has had a stellar 30-year run at their Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate, ranking in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines. How did they get there—and what’s next?
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What’s the best #wine for making tinto de verano, the beloved fizzy #Spanish wine #cocktail? @WineSpectator’s Dr. Vinny has red and white recommendations. https://t.co/kByE9dwrCV
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Get top red and white recommendations, including Tempranillo, Garnacha and more, for making the refreshing Spanish wine cocktail.
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Dry Creek Valley #Cabernet will soon have a new old name to know … @WineSpectator visits Michel-Schlumberger #wine estate in #Sonoma and tastes recent vintages https://t.co/t6zGC3qvTS
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New owners and winemaker Natalie Winkler are giving this former Sonoma Cabernet also-ran a chance to level up
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Love Sonoma County wines? Explore this week’s California #wine picks from Wine Spectator, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Sauvignon Blanc, with scores up to 93 points!
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Get the latest Wine Spectator ratings of Sonoma County wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Sauvignon Blanc. Get our expert scores and tasting notes!
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Cocktails to Impress: Avocado Margarita Hang on to those summer afternoons a little longer with this crowd-pleasing creamy and refreshing Avocado Margarita made with tequila blanco, triple sec, fresh avocado slices and a tajin rim!
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Get to know the white #wines of Provence—though not as widely known as the region’s rosés, they are no less outstanding. Read the report from Wine Spectator senior editor Kristen Bieler! https://t.co/s8Skxys5O0
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Provence’s reputation for producing outstanding rosés can sometimes overshadow its equally high quality bottles of terroir-driven white wine, made from Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Sémillon and more.
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Our blind tasting game—without the tasting! Can you identify a wine just by reading its tasting note? We post real Wine Spectator reviews. You use clues such as color, aromas, flavors and structure to figure out the grape, age and origin. Good luck! https://t.co/L7hVteRzPa
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Learn about the life and achievements of #chef Charlie Trotter in this Wine Spectator profile, and see how his son, Dylan, has returned to Chicago to revitalize his father’s legacy. https://t.co/7OGaGliKv9
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The Chicago chef redefined American fine dining, and now, over a decade after the closure of his restaurant and untimely death, his son has returned to revitalize his legacy.
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The #greenchiles of #NewMexico are a signature ingredient in dishes such as these green chile #tetelas from @WineSpectator Best of Award of Excellence–winning chef Christopher Bethoney. Get the recipe here! https://t.co/uixlb12m5Y
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Learn about New Mexico’s native green chiles, and get a recipe for green chile tetelas with tepary beans and quick pickle slaw from Best of Award of Excellence–winning chef Christopher Bethoney!
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Eggplant is undoubtedly one of #summer produce’s unsung heroes. Let it take the spotlight in this #weeknightdinner #pasta, paired with a #Sangiovese from #Italy. Get the #recipe and #budget-friendly #wine pairing @WineSpectator
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Paired with an Italian Sangiovese, this easy, quick recipe puts the spotlight on one of summer produce’s unsung heroes.
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News: Constellation Brands won its fight to revoke the name To Kalon Creek, raising questions about the vineyard it flows through and the #wine made from it. https://t.co/zKbbxNDD5s
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Constellation Brands won its fight to revoke the name To Kalon Creek, raising questions about the vineyard it flows through.
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Website Members: Get 8 stunning red #Nebbiolo #wine picks from Wine Spectator, including #Barolo and #Barbaresco #values from #Italy priced as low as $24! https://t.co/vC3a3787Fw
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Get the latest Wine Spectator ratings of Italian red wine values from G.D. Vajra, Giuseppe Cortese, Mauro Veglio and Damilano. Get our expert scores and tasting notes!
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Napa's Nickel & Nickel is new again under the hand of winemaker Joe Harden. Wine Spectator visits the the Far Niente sister winery in Oakville and tastes recent #Cabernet vintages. https://t.co/c2nN7nIBCA
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Winemaker Joe Harden’s shifts have the single-vineyard Napa Cabernets shining. As are his own small-production wines—if you can find them.
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“We thought about other areas that had the same kind of standing in the Cabernet world [as Napa], and Walla Walla and Washington state were the answer,” says Jackson Family winemaker Chris Carpenter of the California-based company’s new project, Jett. https://t.co/KTVHcxVYh5
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California-based Jackson Family Wines is betting on it with its vineyard purchase in Walla Walla and its new Jett brand of red wines. Get our reviews of the 2022 vintage!
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Get to know the white #wines of #Provence—though not as widely known as the region’s #rosés, they are no less outstanding. Read the report from @WineSpectator senior editor Kristen Bieler! https://t.co/s8Skxys5O0
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Provence’s reputation for producing outstanding rosés can sometimes overshadow its equally high quality bottles of terroir-driven white wine, made from Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Sémillon and more.
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Pat Roney, former CEO of Vintage #Wine Estates, has bought Sojourn Cellars, a small winery specializing in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. @WineSpectator has details. https://t.co/ThHPoKiHzA
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Pat Roney buys Sojourn Cellars, a small winery specializing in outstanding Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon
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Is #Meritage a type of #cuvée? What do these #wine words mean? @WineSpectator’s Dr. Vinny explains two #winemaking terms.
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We explain the winemaking terms, the requirements for calling a Bordeaux blend a Meritage, and the multiple meanings of the word cuvée.
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