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Advancing the Rothschild Wine Empire

Grand Award–Winning Restaurant Bleu Provence Sold

Château Lafite Rothschild Owners Buy Domaine William Fèvre in Chablis

Michael Benedict, Santa Barbara Wine Pioneer

Paul Dolan, Champion of Green Grapegrowing

How Wine Might Benefit Aging Adults • New research links antioxidants in red wine to lower odds of frailty in those over 55

Polyphenols Again Linked to Better Heart Health

As Easy as Apple Pie

Enjoying the Best of Switzerland

A Mexican Treasure for Modern Testes

A Hearty Cup • Breakthrough randomized trial adds to evidence that coffee is safe for the heart

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Winery Intel: Napa’s Merryvale

Out of State Can Mean Outta Luck for Wine

Whisky for Wine Lovers • Expand your appreciation of the world’s great whiskies

Wine Lovers’ Favorite Whiskies

How to Taste Whisky: Four Easy Steps

Reading a Whisky Label

Whisky Choices • Inspired by your favorite wine styles.

Wine/WHISKY

How Winemaking Supports Great Whisky

How Whisky Is Made • From Grain to Glass: The Art and Science

How to Serve Whisky

Choosing Food for Whiskies

Whisky Around the World • Look toward the traditional regions for classic bottles

BURGUNDY’S ELEGANT 2020s • The region’s 2020 whites deliver balance and harmony despite the heat

Bruce Sanderson’s Recommended White Burgundies • Nearly 300 wines were reviewed for this report. An alphabetical list of scores and prices for all wines tasted begins on page 54. WineSpectator.com members can access complete reviews using the online Wine Ratings search.

ALPHABETIC AL GUIDE TO WHITE BURGUNDY • Nearly 300 wines were tasted for this report. An in-depth analysis begins on page 49. WineSpectator.com members can access complete reviews using the online Wine Ratings search.

REBOUND • The 2021 Rhône-style wines show richness and structure, moving on from the struggles of 2020

TIM FISH’S RECOMMENDED CALIFORNIA RHÔNE-STYLE REDS • More than 175 wines were reviewed for this report. A free alphabetical list is available at WineSpectator.com/CaliforniaRhoneAlpha101523. WineSpectator.com members can access complete reviews for all wines tasted using the online Wine Ratings search.

STYLE & SUBSTANCE • From wine regions west, east, north and south, these reds, whites and more will bring smiles at friendly prices

Spain’s Bierzo • Discover distinctive wines from the country’s northern coast

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