Robert Camuto

Robert Camuto

Contributing Editor

About

Wine Spectator contributing editor Robert Camuto is a career journalist who moved to southern France with his family in 2001 and then to Verona, Italy, in 2015. He has written wine travel stories, winemaker profiles and features for the magazine since 2008. He also writes a twice-monthly, Europe-based column for WineSpectator.com called Robert Camuto Meets…

A frequent traveler through the wine countries of Italy, France and occasionally beyond, Camuto is author of several books exploring old terroirs in modern times: His most recent book is South of Somewhere: Wine, Food and the Soul of Italy, being released in October 2021. A native New Yorker, Camuto has been a home winemaker and olive oil producer.

At Kermit’s Table, Part 2
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At Kermit’s Table, Part 2

The famed importer and author recalls how he went from beatnik to successful wine businessm…

Oct 7, 2025
At Kermit’s Table, Part 1
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At Kermit’s Table, Part 1

A creative spirit of wine releases his first novel—set in France’s vineyards

Sep 17, 2025
The Future of Vieux Télégraphe
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The Future of Vieux Télégraphe

A Châteauneuf-du-Pape icon looks forward and back

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Down to Earth in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
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Down to Earth in Châteauneuf-du-Pape

At Domaine de la Janasse, the family’s success is based on a unique mosaic of terroirs

Aug 19, 2025
The Prince of Greco di Tufo
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The Prince of Greco di Tufo

One of southern Italy’s oldest wineries makes a comeback

Aug 6, 2025
Italy’s Up-Country Abbey of Wine
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Italy’s Up-Country Abbey of Wine

In Alto Adige, an ancient monastery hones delicious Austrian-style whites—placing its faith …

Jul 24, 2025
An Italian Mogul Goes Long on Vino
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An Italian Mogul Goes Long on Vino

Italian wine retailer Signorvino is booming and buying wineries. Could a store be coming …

Jul 10, 2025
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Italy and the world need more local wine cocktails

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Italy Pours Its Best at OperaWine 2025

Hundreds gathered in Verona to celebrate the 14th edition of Italy’s ultimate wine fair

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