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Gay Bars Have Never Been Better

Drinking Culture on the Decline? Not in America’s Gay Bars

When I asked around for an informal vibe check on the state of the gay bar, I expected the worst. But the sentiment was positively sunny.

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Landmark Vineyards 2023 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills), $70

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Chateau Ste. Michelle 2024 Columbia Valley Chardonnay (Columbia Valley), $14

This is an impressive wine that is an equally impressive $14. After aromas of lemon and nectarines have their way with your olfactory system, a wee passion fruit note pops up to make its case for attention.

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RECIPE: Seared Scallops with Brown Butter & Capers

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9 Grüner Veltliners That’ll Have You Swooning

Whether you prefer it rich and creamy or sharp and high-acid, Grüner Veltliner can be whatever you want it to be.

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Go Ahead—Judge Wine by Its Label

Wine labels are becoming more Instagrammable, expressive, and fun as producers catch up to what young drinkers want.

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You Don’t Need to Smoke Cigars to Fall in Love with Cigar Whiskey

Our Top Rated Cigar Whiskies Even Non-Smokers Will Enjoy

Originally meant to be enjoyed alongside a cigar, these top-rated whiskeys are aged in a blend of Armagnac, Sherry, and Cognac casks.

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Why the World’s Most Iconic Wine Regions Are Revamping Their Classifications

Amid declining global wine consumption, even the most traditional regions are rethinking the way they classify their wines.

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Why the World’s Most Iconic Wine Regions Are Revamping Their Classifications

Does Light Drinking Lower Cancer Risk? Depends Who You Ask

A recently released study found light drinkers had lower rates of cancer mortality. By the time it made the media rounds, another report came to a different conclusion.

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9 of the Largest Wine Collections in the World

You might have a sizable wine collection, but it’s a speck in the dust compared to these extensive cellars.

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9 of the Largest Wine Collections in the World

Sauvignon Blanc’s Latest Viral Moment? The ‘Crisp Martini’

The crisp martini is a fixture on the drinks menu at Hillstone, and the Internet cannot stop obsessing over it.

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Small Space. Serious Wine Energy.

Just because your square footage is humble doesn’t mean your wine storage has to be chaotic. This slim wine refrigerator slides into tight spaces and has space to hold open bottles upright. Your apartment may be compact, but your standards? Never.

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