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Bertrand above vineyards at the 2,500-acre Château l'Hospitalet overlooking the Mediterranean, also home to a luxury resort and his company headquarters.

His Place in the Sun

In the south of France, native vintner Gérard Bertrand stands tall as a champion of Languedoc wines

May 31, 2023

The Quintilii villa winery was once <em>the</em> place to see and be seen in Roman wine culture.

Unearthing a Showpiece Winery of Ancient Rome’s Elite

A luxe ancient winery complete with red marble trodding floor has been discovered at the Villa of the Quintilii near Rome

Apr 17, 2023

Both leaders in Zinfandel, Turley winemaker Tegan Passalacqua and Bedrock Wine Co. owner Morgan Twain-Peterson work with some vineyards that date to the late 1800s.

California’s Old-Vine Connoisseurs

From sites planted more than a century ago, field blends offer something uniquely delicious and meaningfully American

Apr 18, 2023

Halle Berry went off her wellness routine with Pedro Pascal at the San Diego Comic-Con.

Au Naturel Wine: Halle Berry’s Wellness Routine

Oscar winner Halle Berry has social media buzzing over her revealing takes on wine appreciation

Apr 11, 2023

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Both leaders in Zinfandel, Turley winemaker Tegan Passalacqua and Bedrock Wine Co. owner Morgan Twain-Peterson work with some vineyards that date to the late 1800s.

Both leaders in Zinfandel, Turley winemaker Tegan Passalacqua and Bedrock Wine Co. owner Morgan Twain-Peterson work with some vineyards that date to the late 1800s.

California’s Old-Vine Connoisseurs

From sites planted more than a century ago, field blends offer something uniquely delicious and meaningfully American

Apr 18, 2023

Bertrand above vineyards at the 2,500-acre Château l'Hospitalet overlooking the Mediterranean, also home to a luxury resort and his company headquarters.

His Place in the Sun

From the May 31, 2023, issue

Winemaker Marco Cappelli offers a $2 refund on bottles returned to be refilled at his Placerville, Calif., tasting room.

Sierra Foothills on Tap

Apr 6, 2023

In the Samperi vineyard, the De Bartolis replanted entirely to Grillo, believing it made the highest-quality white wines in western Sicily. Today, Renato De Bartoli continues to use it for the winery's Marsalas and a range of other wines.

Sicily’s “Unfinished Poem”

Apr 5, 2023

Amy Racine is responsible for the beverage programs at all John Fraser restaurants, including the California cool Ardor in West Hollywood.

Amy Racine Shines the Spotlight on the Stories Behind the Wines

Mar 28, 2023

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The Quintilii villa winery was once <em>the</em> place to see and be seen in Roman wine culture.

The Quintilii villa winery was once <em>the</em> place to see and be seen in Roman wine culture.

Unearthing a Showpiece Winery of Ancient Rome’s Elite

A luxe ancient winery complete with red marble trodding floor has been discovered at the Villa of the Quintilii near Rome

Apr 17, 2023

Halle Berry went off her wellness routine with Pedro Pascal at the San Diego Comic-Con.

Halle Berry went off her wellness routine with Pedro Pascal at the San Diego Comic-Con.

Au Naturel Wine: Halle Berry’s Wellness Routine

Oscar winner Halle Berry has social media buzzing over her revealing takes on wine appreciation

Apr 11, 2023

Defense lawyer Sylvia Cordoba spoke with press at the Provincial Court of Caceres on Feb. 15.

Defense lawyer Sylvia Cordoba spoke with press at the Provincial Court of Caceres on Feb. 15.

$1.7 Million El Atrio Wine Heist Pair Gets 4 Years in Prison; $1.7 Million in Rare Wine Remains Missing

“Where have I put the bottles?” asks the man convicted of the brazen cellar robbery

Mar 28, 2023

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The Quintilii villa winery was once <em>the</em> place to see and be seen in Roman wine culture.

The Quintilii villa winery was once <em>the</em> place to see and be seen in Roman wine culture.

Unearthing a Showpiece Winery of Ancient Rome’s Elite

A luxe ancient winery complete with red marble trodding floor has been discovered at the Villa of the Quintilii near Rome

Defense lawyer Sylvia Cordoba spoke with press at the Provincial Court of Caceres on Feb. 15.

$1.7 Million El Atrio Wine Heist Pair Gets 4 Years in Prison; $1.7 Million in Rare Wine Remains Missing

This parched landscape was once home to a presumably thriving pub most likely serving beer, onions, wild birds, lamb and goat.

Uncorking the Mysteries of a 5,000-Year-Old Tavern on the Tigris

"You said to put the Spain wine in the Bordeaux tanker, right?!"

Perpetrators of Massive Wine Fraud Sentenced to House Arrest in France

Which bottle would <em>you</em> choose?

Spree of 6-Figure Wine Cellar Heists Puts Somms and Retailers on High Alert

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Sports

Sports

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So long, 2022!

Best of Unfiltered 2022

From Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s legal battle over Château Miraval to a $13 million wine scam to Hollywood’s most haunting wine cellar, here are our Top 10 pop culture moments of 2022

Tim Lenihan and Sidney Rice both believe in Walla Walla, Washington's great vinous potential.

Sidney Rice and Tim Lenihan Tout Teamwork at Washington's Dossier Wines

Formula 1 star Daniel Ricciardo takes it slow with a glass of DR3 x St Hugo Cabernet.

Formula 1 Star Daniel Ricciardo Refuels with Australia’s St Hugo Winery

NBA star James "The Beard" Harden says J-Harden x J-Shed isn't just about taste—it's about swag.

Sixers Star James Harden Puts the Beard on the Bottle

Judy and Scott Pruett have yet another new accolade to celebrate.

California Vintner Scott Pruett Races into Motorsports Press Hall of Fame

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TV, Film & Theater

TV, Film & Theater

Halle Berry went off her wellness routine with Pedro Pascal at the San Diego Comic-Con.

Halle Berry went off her wellness routine with Pedro Pascal at the San Diego Comic-Con.

Au Naturel Wine: Halle Berry’s Wellness Routine

Oscar winner Halle Berry has social media buzzing over her revealing takes on wine appreciation

The only thing these two can agree on is that American cheese rules.

Mixed Case: Opinion and Advice

On-Screen Menu: Our Editors’ Latest Favorite Starring Roles for Wine

So long, 2022!

Best of Unfiltered 2022

French singer-actor-poker pro Patrick Bruel inspects his Grenache harvest in Provence for Domaine de Leos.

French Star Patrick Bruel Bets on Rosé with Jaboulet

Bravo TV star Lisa Rinna's new line of wines includes a sparkling rosé from southern France.

New Real Housewines from Bravo TV Stars Lisa Rinna and Andy Cohen

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What?!

What?!

Installation art or bad parking job? This truck became encased in concrete after driving onto recently repaired Adelaida Road.

Installation art or bad parking job? This truck became encased in concrete after driving onto recently repaired Adelaida Road.

Folly Follows Flood in Paso Robles Wine Country

After heavy rains washed out Adelaida Road, a county road crew quickly rebuilt it. If only the story ended there …

So long, 2022!

Best of Unfiltered 2022

Invivo & Co. co-founders Rob Cameron (left) and Tim Lightbourne have chartered a Swedish-built Saab 340 for their maiden voyage.

Can Kiwis Fly? New Zealand's Invivo Air Prepares to Take Flight

Rich Uncle Pennybags, aka Mr. Monopoly, was unavailable for comment.

Monopoly Lands on Silverado Trail

Actress and Archer Roose wines co-owner Elizabeth Banks says we all deserve the snake of our dreams.

Elizabeth Banks Pairs Wine with … Live Snakes?

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Music

Music

French singer-actor-poker pro Patrick Bruel inspects his Grenache harvest in Provence for Domaine de Leos.

French singer-actor-poker pro Patrick Bruel inspects his Grenache harvest in Provence for Domaine de Leos.

French Star Patrick Bruel Bets on Rosé with Jaboulet

The singer-actor–poker pro goes all in on an organic Provence rosé with the Rhône vigneron

Brandi Carlile says she wrote much of her latest album with a glass of wine handy.

Brandi Carlile Believes Wine Can Make a Difference

Singer-songwriter Josh Groban contemplates the spirit of Joshgiving.

Josh Groban Celebrates Joshgiving with Josh Cellars

Trisha Yearwood says the most important rule for wine is to drink what you like.

Trisha Yearwood

R&B star Usher settles in for his Vegas residency with a glass of Usher x 1738 A.I. Powered Rémy Martin Accord Royal Cognac.

Smooth Duet: Usher and Rémy Martin Cognac

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Design

Design

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

James Molesworth sips a glass of Pomerol in front of three Louis Larmat maps he's collected over the years.

The Fine Art of Shopping Carte

Vintage French maps from Louis Larmat are a beautiful way to learn wine regions

“We really want people to have a unique, holistic sensory experience that draws on our passions of wine, nature, art, design and architecture.”—Angelica de Vere Mabray, Donum CEO

Donum Debuts Dazzling Glass Structure

On a whim, a family of wine lovers began digging their own cave in Hill Country. With the aid of architect Brian Korte, they were able to bring their dream to fruition.

Private Cellars

Texas Tunnel Vision

Côte Rocheuse’s new winery on the Black Sea coast takes inspiration from landscape, offering functional design.

Form and Function in Russia

“Our job is to show the wine in its very best light, to let the consumer taste what the winemaker intended.”—Georg Riedel

Shape of Things to Come

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