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

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Wine Tastings Are Not Your Personal TED Talk

We've all met the tasting room hijacker: the swirl, the sniff, the smirk, and the unsolicited monologue that holds the room hostage.

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Landmark Vineyards 2023 Dierberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills), $195

Dense and dark in the glass, this bold Pinot Noir begins with potent aromas of luxardo cherry, cola, and ginger snaps on the nose.

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Western Japan’s Oldest Winery Steps Into the 21st Century

Katashimo Winery has weathered over a century of change in the Osaka Prefecture. Now, as Makiki Takai prepares to become its first female president, the family estate is writing its next chapter.

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

Top-tier champagne can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Luckily, great Champagnes under $100 are easier to find than ever. Try these.

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When Michelle Obama Gifts You Champagne, You Hold Onto It

Chef Marcus Samuelsson has cooked for royalty and heads of state, but preparing the Obamas' first state dinner in 2009 stands apart. The bottle of Champagne from Michelle? Still unopened.

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How Prohibition and the Mexican Revolution Shaped an Iconic California Wine Family

The origin story of Galleano Winery reads like legend. Fourth-generation vintner Domenic Galleano is keeping that legacy alive.

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How to Make Non-Alcoholic Wine Worthy of Fine Dining

When Johannes Leitz brought a non-alcoholic wine to a trade show in 2016, someone threw a bag of gummy bears at him. Today he's leading an NA revolution.

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The California ‘Wine Witch’ Casting a Spell on a New Audience

Nancy Ulloa makes wine with crystals, intuition, and unapologetic authenticity. Her power of manifestation, she says, made this article happen.

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It Doesn’t Get Cozier Than Greek Chicken Soup

Meni Valle's new cookbook Thessaloniki explores the diverse flavors of Northern Greece, where Ottoman, Balkan, and Sephardic influences converge. This soup is a perfect starter before the region's heartier dishes.

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