New York City’s Top 12 Restaurants for Wine
These NYC establishments—including Daniel, the Grill and Per Se—pair Grand Award–winning wine programs with next-level dining.
Oct 9, 2025
Opus One: An Epic Journey
Celebrating the legacy of Napa’s iconic Opus One, Wine Spectator editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken introduces the November 15, 2025, issue.
Oct 8, 2025
Napa Cabernet 2015: 10 Years After
A decade in the cellar proves that these 2015 Napa Cabernets are incredibly ageworthy. Follow along with senior editor James Molesworth’s annual retrospective tasting!
Oct 3, 2025
Too Hot to Handle
A scorching summer in Napa made 2022 one of the toughest vintages for California Cabernet in recent memory—yet many producers prevailed. Get scores and tasting notes from senior editor James Molesworth!
Oct 2, 2025
A Generational Transition at Farella Vineyard
This trailblazing Coombsville Cabernet site, first planted by the Farella family nearly 50 years ago, faces generational change. Learn what’s in store in this California producer spotlight!
Oct 2, 2025
Composing Opus One
More than 45 years ago, Cabernet and Bordeaux duo Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild started a revolution in wine with a handshake when they created the iconic Opus One. Who is carrying on their legacy in Napa?
Sep 30, 2025
Opus One: 1979–2023
Opus One, the groundbreaking brand created by Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild, combines the best of Napa and Bordeaux. Here, senior editor James Molesworth reflects on the wines’ ageability in a 45-vintage vertical tasting.
Sep 29, 2025
Straight Talk Episode 30: It’s Not About Michael Silacci, It’s About Opus One
The cult Napa Cabernet created by Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild has been quietly guided by one man for more than 20 years. Let's get to know him!
Sep 26, 2025
To Kalon Creek? No Such Place, Feds Say
The U.S. Board of Geographic Names repeals its decision to recognize the name To Kalon Creek, raising questions about the vineyard it flows through.
Sep 23, 2025
Alphabetical Guide to California Cabernet
Get scores for more than 500 Cabernet Sauvignon wines from California recently reviewed by Wine Spectator, including top performers from Napa, Sonoma and beyond!
Sep 23, 2025
Wine Bars of the Northeast
Whether it’s a business meeting in Washington, D.C.,, a late soiree in New York or a date in Philadelphia, these are the wine bars to visit for unmatched by-the-glass pours and pairings.
Sep 15, 2025
Sta. Rita Hills’ Pinot Noir Pioneer
This Santa Barbara Pinot and Chardonnay trailblazer and its two vineyards—La Rinconada and Sanford & Benedict—is a perennial California wine top performer, and the wines are better than ever.
Aug 28, 2025
Robert Mondavi Winery Owner Prevails in To Kalon Name Battle
Constellation Brands won its fight to revoke the name To Kalon Creek, raising questions about the vineyard it flows through.
Aug 15, 2025
At Farella Vineyard, a Generational Transition Is Happening, with Help
Tom Farella and his late father, Frank, built their family's estate from the ground up, and their Coombsville Cabernets are among the valley's most ageworthy. But the vineyard's fate is now in limbo
Jul 17, 2025
What’s in a Name? Federal Board Debates To Kalon
Addressing a long-running controversy that pits Robert Mondavi Winery against smaller vintners, a federal board will hear arguments over whether To Kalon is a place or a brand.
Jul 10, 2025
Snapshots of Wine Spectator's Grand Award Winners
In 2025, these 97 restaurants, which span 15 U.S. states and 17 other countries, hold Wine Spectator's Grand Award for extraordinary wine lists, cellars and service.
Jun 20, 2025
Wine Spectator’s Bring Your Own Magnum Party Returns
The hottest wine party in California wine country was relaunched with delicious food, amazing wines and the leaders of Napa and Sonoma wine.
Jun 6, 2025
11 Exciting Wine Restaurants in Atlanta
From French restaurants Le Bon Nosh and Marcel to top steak houses, these Atlanta Restaurant Award winners serve great Cabernet, Pinot Noir and more.
May 28, 2025
Opus One Names New Director of Winemaking
Get news from Wine Spectator’s June 15-30, 2025, issue, including a new director of winemaking named for Opus One, a wine shipping win for Mississippi and a new vineyard purchase in Stags Leap!
May 20, 2025
Napa Valley Updates
Get Wine Spectator’s guide to all things Napa Valley, from tasting rooms to restaurants, downtown casual eats and hotels to help plan your next trip.
May 16, 2025