There's So Much More to Bordeaux Than Bordeaux

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There's So Much More to Boradeaux Than Bordeaux

Bordeaux built its reputation in the vineyard, but the modern city offers far more than cellar doors. From riverfront promenades to architectural icons like the Cité du Vin and a flourishing dining scene, this southwestern French hub is a gateway to the wider pleasures of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.

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Landmark Vineyards 2023 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast), $50

This powerful Chardonnay delivers rich aromas of baked apple, pear tart, flint, cinnamon, and vanilla pastry cream on the nose.

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The Grower-Winemakers Redefining Tasmania with Cool-Climate Sparklers, Riesling and More

Tasmania's windswept vineyards are quietly producing some of Australia's most electric Rieslings—zippy, mineral and shaped by the island's cool maritime climate.

The Nonconformist Potential of North Carolina's Yadkin Valley AVA

Just beyond the Blue Ridge foothills, the Yadkin Valley is emerging as a destination for curious wine travelers. With dozens of wineries, experimental plantings and scenic vineyard drives, this laid-back AVA is carving out its place in American wine.

8 Pool Bars Worth Planning an Entire Trip Around

A swim-up bar beneath Hawaiian palms. A rooftop overlooking Rio’s beaches. From Iceland’s volcanic hot springs to Lake Como villas, these striking poolside bars prove the best vacation cocktails sometimes begin in the water.

Welcome to the Key West Cocktail Scene

Beyond the frozen daiquiris of Duval Street, inventive bartenders are reshaping Key West’s cocktail scene with tropical flavors, sharp technique and unmistakable island attitude.

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Shake Up a Sun-Soaked Paloma Naranja

A bright twist on Mexico’s beloved Paloma, this citrusy cocktail trades grapefruit soda for fresh blood orange juice. The result is vibrant and perfect for sunny afternoons, no matter the season.

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Spring Is Almost in the Glass

Crisp whites start calling as the first hints of spring arrive. This break-resistant Vienna universal glass offers the shape of classic stemware with durability made for patios, picnics, and easy outdoor sipping.

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Travel Back in Time

Wine Enthusiast Magazine,
October 1991

With spring just over the horizon, this October ’91 cover feels especially fitting. Gems of Wine spotlighted Sonoma’s best bottles, Bordeaux’s white wine revolution and ports worth savoring—reminding us that a little brilliance in the glass can brighten even the tail end of winter.