Is it the soil or the people that make a wine? Brice Jones, formerly of Sonoma-Cutrer, weighs in. Hint: His new winery is called Emeritus -- and he's brought his old team. You can't argue with success; their Pinot Noirs are garnering rave reviews.
Tignanello is one of Tuscany's most important wines. With this blend of Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon, Piero Antinori reached a new level of quality. Join James Suckling and Piero as they discuss Tignanello and taste the stunning 2004.
What's it like to grow up and live in one of Bordeaux's top chateaus. Meet Bruno Borie, the introspective and charming owner of Ducru, as he talks with Wine Spectator senior editor Dana Nigro.
Inspired by Robert Mondavi, a winemaker in the mountainous region of Alto Adige has become one of Italy's top winemakers. Alois Lageder combines tradition and innovation to make outstanding wines on the slopes of the Dolomites.
What makes a wine perfect? Join Wine Spectator's James Suckling as he talks with Cinzia Merli at Le Macchiole, her winery in Bolgheri. They taste and describe Le Macchiole's 2004 Messorio, a 100% Merlot that James rated a perfect 100.
Giuseppe Mazzocolin of Felsina runs the family estate in Chianti Classico -- and he produces some of the region's top wines. Surrounded by the Sangiovese harvest, Giuseppe shares the rich heritage of Felsina, its vineyards and its people.
The star of blockbuster movies, including Jurassic Park and The Hunt for Red October, actor Sam Neill is gaining recognition for his role as winery owner and Pinot lover. Meet Sam as he describes his winery, Two Paddocks, located in New Zealand.
Let Erwan Faiveley introduce you to Burgundy. He assumed control of his family winery at the tender age of 25 -- and Domaine Faiveley, founded in 1825, is one of the best-known estates in Burgundy.
Get pairing pointers from top winemakers and sommeliers and Wine Spectator School. Your guide is Gloria Maroti Frazee, Wine Spectator director of education and video.
Pizza is obviously one of the good things in life, but what makes a pizza great? Join Harvey Steiman as he ponders the question with Nancy Silverton at Pizzeria Mozza in Los Angeles.
Description: On a hot summer afternoon, there's nothing like sitting in the garden and sipping a crisp, refreshing wine. And that's exactly where you'll find James Suckling. Join James in his garden in Tuscany as he describes some of his favorite Italian whites.
Rollin helped start Argyle Winery back in 1987, when Oregon was getting serious about wine. Since then, his wines have been on Wine Spectator's Top 100 list seven times. Meet Rollin, one of the most successful -and interesting- winemakers in Oregon.
What's the perfect wine for a hot summer afternoon? Pink, of course! They're crisp with berry fruit and spicy finishes. Kim Marcus describes a few of his favorites; two that are easy on the wallet and a surprising rose that will set you back $100.
