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Need a No-Fail Gift? Buy Red Wine

Napa Cabs, age-worthy Pinot Noirs, Tuscan gems, and budget-conscious bottlings cover all your gifting bases.

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DFJ Vinhos 2022 Aluado Reserva Alicante Bouschet (Lisboa), $19

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DFJ Vinhos 2022 Aluado Reserva Alicante Bouschet (Lisboa), $19

A rich and complex wine, with the wood aging adding a touch of spice and a polished texture.

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recipe: Breast of Duck with Peaches and Turnips

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Bishop Pine Vineyards 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon (California), $11

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Bishop Pine Vineyards 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon (California), $11

Flavors on the palate lead into concentrated blueberry, white pepper, and cardamom, finishing with silky tannins.

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Stanton Barrett Family Wines 2021 Syrah (Temecula Valley), $17

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Stanton Barrett Family Wines 2021 Syrah (Temecula Valley), $17

Rounded cherry and chai flavors ride a persistent structure on the palate, which finishes on a strong cardamom kick.

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recipe: Slow Cooked Syrah Short Ribs

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Rodney Strong 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley), $35

The palate brings rich tannin with flavors of cocoa, blackberry, cherry liqueur and caramel and velvety texture along the finish.

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Great Champagne Doesn’t Need to Cost More Than $100

As the famed French region tightens standards on its celebrated sparklers, bottles at lower price points are better than ever.

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Spätburgunder—a.k.a. German Pinot Noir—Is Making a Splash

Spätburgunders exhibit silky textures and expressive finishes—all elements we love about top-tier Burgundy, but with a fresh German twist.

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Add This Lemony Braised Beef Dish to Your Winter Dinner Rotation

This comforting Greek beef stew is grandma food at its finest.

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From ‘Shark Tank’ Pitch to Music Festival Favorite, BeatBox Is the RTD of the Year

In an ever-expanding ready-to-drink market, BeatBox's more than 15 flavors have helped attract a captive consumer audience.

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The Original Thanksgiving Drink? Hard Cider

Everything to know about colonial America's go-to beverage, from its colorful history to modern-day craft interpretations.

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How Beer Spiking Can Elevate Your Next Fireside Brew

Wine Enthusiast’s beer reviewer John Holl finds magic in a centuries-old technique.

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21 Festive Recipes to Make This Holiday Season

Agonizing over your holiday menu? We've got it covered with these delicious main dishes, side dishes, and desserts.

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