This unique California AVA established in 1991 produces some of the finest Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays on the market with Rhone varieties not far behind. In mid-September the International Wine Review visits the region for a first-hand look at the vineyards, wineries and wines of Santa Lucia Highlands. The report is being prepared in collaboration with the Wine Artisans of Santa Lucia Highlands.
This upcoming report will identify Chile’s top producers and best practices in the vineyard and winery that yield high quality and good value wines. It will also identify emerging wineries, new producers and young winemakers who are making innovative, interesting wines that may play an important role in Chile’s wine future.
Featured Reports
Report #19
The Wines of Greece:
Santorini and Assyrtiko –Just Published
Santorini is one of Greece’s most beautiful islands. It is also where some of Greece’s finest wines are produced These wines are made from an indigenous grape know as Assyrtiko.
Report #18
The Wines of Navarra
Navarra is one of one of Spain’s most exciting wine regions. While best known for its Garnacha (Grenache) rosés which are among the finest in the world, Navarra is also gaining recognition of its unique array of excellent red and white wines. Learn about Navarra and its wines. 200 wines reviewed
Report #17
Sauvignon of the Loire
Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Menetou-Salon and other Loire-Valley appellations are producing some the most successful and unique expressions of Sauvignon Blanc anywhere. Learn Why. Includes reviews and ratings of more than 100 wines.
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Wine & Food
Tasting Articles
Index of previous Tasting Articles
Elizabeth Spencer Wines: Style and Elegance
Spencer and Elizabeth neither own vineyards nor a winery, yet they make terrific wines that are stylish and elegant.
Elizabeth Spencer Wines: Style & Elegance
Greek Wine Selections from Nestor Imports
Reviews of the wines of Nestor Imports, a leading importer of Greek wines in the United States.
Greek Wine Selections from Nestor Imports
Cass: New Estate-Bottled Rhone Releases
Cass wines are well made, fruit forward in character, and well structured for long lasting pleasure.
Cass: New Estate-Bottled Rhone Releases
Monastrell:
Great Values from Spain
Where else can one find $15 wines scoring over 90 points and $8 wines scoring 88 or higher?
Monastrell: Great Values from Spain
Quady Winery:
California’s Sweet Spot
California versions of Port, Sherry, and Vermouth, as well as their unique dessert wine creations.
Quady Winery: California’s Sweet Spot
Italian Selections
Reviews of new vintages and new releases from Italy.
Part I, Vento
Part II, Tuscany
Part III, Southern Italy
Part IV, Southern Italy
Longoria Wines: Handcrafted from Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara wines handcrafted and produced in small quantities.
Longoria Wines: Handcrafted from Santa Barbara
Villa Matilde: Campania’s Wines of Antiquity
Francesco Avallone, set out to reclaim the region's native variety Falerno.
Villa Matilde: Campania’s Wines of Antiquity