Golan Heights Winery and Galil Mountain
Discovering South Africa's hidden treasure in a bottle.
Our selections for that special person or special occasion.
Reviews of the world's best, just in time for the Holidays.
Some of the best Rioja on the market.
Future Reports
Report #30
The Wines of South Africa
South Africa has been making world class wines for three hundred years. Today it makes some of the world's best Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blends and, of course, Pinotage. In this report we examine the progress of South African wine over the past quarter century with special focus on the new winemakers that are refashioning the image and quality of South African wine. We review more than 700 wines.
Publication date: January/February 2012
Report #31
The Wines of Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino is Italy's finest Sangiovese-based wine. The special climate, soils, clonal material, and rigorous production of Montalcino all contribute to its reputation for elegance and long life in the cellar. This report provides a comprehensive assessment of the key producers and reviews of the 2007 and earlier vintages. Special attention is given to pairing Brunello with Tuscan cuisine.
Report #32
The New Wines of Israel
This tiny country has a dynamic, young wine industry. More than 150 wineries are producing wines of distinction that are unknown to most wine enthusiasts. This report explores the emergence of Israel's modern wine industry. We identify the top wineries, the best growing regions, and the most talented winemakers along with, of course, extensive reviews of wines.
Recent Reports
Report #29 (New Release)
The Wines of Monterey County
Read the free introduction to the report
Unbeknown to many wine lovers, the vineyards and wineries of Monterey County are producing world class wines, especially Pinot Noir, Syrah, and, of course, Chardonnay. This report identifies the up and coming vineyards, wineries, and talented winemakers of Monterey.
Report #28
The Wines of Priorat
Read the free introduction to the report
With its licorella (slate) soils and old vine Grenache and Carignan vineyards, Priorat is one of Spain's most unique wine regions, home to some of its most prestigious wineries. We review its wines and identify the top winemakers.
Special
Monterey's Young Winemakers
Innovative, young winemakers augur well for the future of Monterey wine. Here are 15 of the best.
Portugal's Top 50 Wines
The International Wine Review's selection of the 50 best wines of Portugal based on our review of over 500 wines.
Wine & Food
Dinner at Reuben's
with Pieter Ferreira of
Graham Beck Wines
Reuben is Cape Town's hottest chef and Pieter Ferreira its leading sparkling winemaker.
Arzak's Nueva Cocina
from the Basque Country
A Basque legend prepares lunch.
Lunch at De Tierra in Monterey
Pairing winemaker Ian Brand's wines with superb local cuisine.
Coca I Fito Wines with
El Celler de Can Roca Cuisine
Chef Joan Roca's 3 star Michelin cuisine matched to Montsant and Terra Alta wines.
Index of Previous Food and Wine Articles
and try our Food and Wine Pairing Chart
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