Raising a Glass to Wine Bars

Celebrating the wide world of wine bars, plus the most recent tasting reports from Tuscany and Spain

Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken
Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken (David Yellen)

In this issue, Wine Spectator explores the marvelously myriad wine bar scene across the United States and abroad. Paying homage to these trendy spots, our editors highlight themed venues, such as music lounges and book stores, as well as elite spots for trying blue-chip collectibles and flights with vertical depth. 

Read editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken’s introduction to the Oct. 15 & 31, 2025, issue, which includes senior editor Bruce Sanderson’s annual Tuscany tasting report as well as reports on Spain’s red, white and sparkling wines and Rhône-style blends from California.

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