Weather rolls across the valley floor of the Petaluma Gap AVA, as seen from Keller Estate in Sonoma County. Defined largely by the effects of coastal wind influence, the Petaluma Gap AVA was established in 2017 and includes a slice of southernmost Sonoma County and northern Marin County, stretching from the Pacific Coast inland to the Carneros AVA. INSTRUCTIONS:Download this …

Luciano Sandrone, a vintner who was part of a movement to elevate quality in Barolo for more than four decades, died yesterday after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was 76. Sandrone built his wine business from a tiny 2.5-acre parcel in the appellation of Cannubi to 67 acres stretching from Barolo to Serralunga d’Alba and neighboring Roero. He manged …

Sherry-Lehmann. In Wine Spectator, Peter Hellman reflects on “the sad decline” of New York’s Sherry-Lehmann wine stores. “Once arguably the queen of wine shops in America’s biggest wine market, Sherry-Lehmann is facing potential financial ruin. Several leading wholesalers tell Wine Spectator that inventory at the store is low because the company owes money to multiple suppliers, who now refuse to send the …

How do the non vintage wines compare? Champagne is one of the most fascinating wine regions of France, and it is also one of the most dynamic, as this is where tradition and change go hand in hand. It is technically just one large appellation, but multiple identities and stylistic expressions co-exist, adding to its dynamic force. Still today, for …

A jewel in the crown The Beefeater distillery first launched its premium gin Crown Jewel back in 1993. Available only in travel retail, it became a collectible cult hit and a bartender favourite, but was discontinued in 2009. Thankfully the distillery has had a recent change of heart and Beefeater Crown Jewel (Alc 50%) is back and better than ever, …

A supple, elegant red introduced by rose, strawberry, cherry, white pepper and earth aromas. Complex and well-delineated on the palate, with excellent harmony and intensity. Reveals lingering eucalyptus and mineral notes. Best from 2024 through 2040. 2,300 cases made, 600 cases imported. Source : 1d9078869d5a2180afdbc54c5187f62f

Fun, aromatic and easy drinking, with candied strawberry bubblegum, orange blossoms, peach preserves and spiced baked apple on a round, supple frame. Reveals a fresh note of fizz. Drink now. 10,000 cases made. Source : 8c6ff1f245c1ee1ed451066b3cd92fcb