Imbibe Magazine

MARCH 11, 2025

I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine. I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine. I had never seen a pregnant sommelier, James remembers.

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Drinkhacker

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As is always the case, we reviewed a ton of whiskey this year more than 400 different bottles, by my count and picking out our ten favorites was an incredibly difficult task. You can also search multiple stores at wine-searcher to find the best prices on all these products and more. So, we didnt. Agree, disagree? Texas red it aint.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 2, 2024

Nested within California’s Paso Robles district along the Central Coast, Continental Vineyards (CV) is a sister label to Broken Earth Winery, releasing only wines sourced from its estate vineyards, produced in highly limited editions and only during exceptional vintage years. It will be well worth the wait.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Montefalco is not a city commonly invoked when discussing red wine destinations. Umbria is not a region immediately surfacing to top of mind when thinking about Italian wines, and Sagrantino is certainly not a wine frequently discussed here in the United States. Another 2 to 3 years in bottle would serve this well.

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 14, 2024

An entry-level Crianza bottling is thrown in for good measure to round out the trio. All three wines are made from 100% Tinta del País. All three wines are made from 100% Tinta del País. A simpler wine on the whole, but one which feels more readily approachable. Decant but serve at cellar temperature.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 1, 2024

McPrice Myers recently launched a new label of (very) affordable wines called Hard Working Wines — all made not with generic Central Valley fruit but rather (for the most part) more prized Paso Robles grapes. And yet prices on all of these wines are kept to just $20 a bottle. Let’s dig in.

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VinePair

MAY 14, 2024

When that feeling hits, we know it’s time for VinePair’s annual ranking of the best rosé wines. While rosé used to be the unrivaled summer beverage, in 2024 it’s going up against orange wines, chillable reds, and the infallible spritz. Here are VinePair’s top 30 rosés of 2024. Average price: $13 Rating: 89 See Review 29.

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VinePair

JUNE 12, 2024

Summer is fast approaching, which means coolers around the country will soon be filled with rosés and crisp white wines to fend off the season’s inevitable heat. But this year, some wine-lovers will swap out the typical bottles of Sauvignon Blanc and Chablis for… red wine? So what makes a red wine chillable?

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VinePair

JANUARY 16, 2024

As discussed on a recent episode of the “ VinePair Podcast ,” white wine is on the rise (in no small part due to Taylor Swift’s love of the beverage). And it appears as if large companies have caught on, with several conglomerates b uying up white wine brands in anticipation of this trend continuing in 2024.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 3, 2024

The world of wine is currently seeing some interesting shifts in 2024. Some countries find themselves with a glut of bottles in surplus, while others are pulling their vines due to an overcrowded market and low demand. No country feels immune to change and Argentina is no exception.

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VinePair

JANUARY 10, 2024

It’s a new year and we’re eager to dive into the world of red wine — trying new bottles and revisiting some old favorites from the last year of tastings. Here at VinePair we try mountains of red wine every year and encounter so many different styles from juicy and chillable Gamay to tannic and earthy Bordeaux blends.

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 30, 2024

San Felice is a busy Tuscan winery that we’ve covered numerous times previously, and today we take a spin with three 2024 reds, all heavy-duty premium offerings. Well, I cracked this bottle alongside a meal of Impossible burgers and I’m here to tell you it works just as well with faux ground beef as it does a ribeye.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The hits keep coming from Merry Edwards , including this collection of chardonnay and pinot noir wines that are perfect for fall sips. There’s more of a mineral overtone to this chardonnay than I was expecting, and the wine never quite develops to where it should be on the palate. You know the drill. Let’s dig in.

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VinePair

APRIL 25, 2025

Given that wines made from the grape have soft tannins and an abundance of juicy red fruit notes, researchers at the University of California Davis (UC Davis) initially identified it as Gamay , another light-bodied French grape predominantly used to make Beaujolais. And the wines actually need to be made in Beaujolais.

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Cheers

MAY 8, 2024

The sparkling wine category, which had posted growth for 20 consecutive years since 2002, took a tumble in 2023. Sparkling wine consumption fell 3.4% million 9-liter cases, according to The Beverage Information Group ’s 2024 Industry Overview. Sparklers have a distinct advantage over still wines, however.

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Drinkhacker

APRIL 13, 2024

We’ve covered wines from the sprawling Gonzalez Byass portfolio on many occasions, and today we look at a small collection of warm-climate bottlings, made alternately in Spain’s Ribera del Duero, Rioja and the Apalta region of Chile. All are very affordable. Let’s dive in. Let’s dive in.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The Napa Valley is often regarded as the wine capital of the United States, so it’s no surprise that bottles from the region are typically accompanied by hefty price tags. And as the Northern Californian region continues to grow in popularity both stateside and abroad, the going rate for its wines is swelling right along with it.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

The region is best known for Zinfandel, but the wine makers at Avivo note that it has a climate similar to what we find in the Mediterranean and choose to cultivate grapes that are typically grown in Italy. I recommend giving the wine some air before trying it or maybe even using a decanter. B+ / $24 2022 Avivo White – 100% Vermentino.

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Drinkhacker

AUGUST 6, 2024

Argentina continues to be an outstanding source of wines that hit well above their price point. Today we are looking at 6 wines, all made by winemaker Marcelo Pelleriti with grapes from the Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina. This is a big wine, but it is also quite nuanced, and its flavors come together nicely.

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Drinkhacker

JULY 3, 2024

Today we are fortunate to cover a quintet of wines from the storied operation, including a white blend, three Chianti Classicos, and a Vino Nobile di Montepulciano — offering a broad look at the various styles coming out of the winery. Designed for more hearty fare than the comparatively easygoing 2020 standard bottling.

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Drinkhacker

MAY 19, 2024

Sonoma-Cutrer’s early 2024 releases are here, as we take a fresh look at two chardonnays and a pinot noir from this Russian River Valley icon. The wine to have with Asian cuisine or a spice-laden filet of fish. Big notes of peach and apricot lead the way to a brisk midpalate of lemon curd and green apples.

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VinePair

MARCH 7, 2024

If you drink wine on a regular basis, chances are you have a go-to glass or grape you gravitate to on menus or your local shop. Seeking expert advice, we asked sommeliers for the overlooked and underappreciated bottles, grapes, and wine styles they are currently coveting. Keep reading to see what the pros had to say.

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 29, 2024

The wine world continues its march toward delivery and subscription services at a steady, measured pace. It’s a quarterly subscription, but consumers have the option of 3, 6, or 12 bottles per shipment. Like many other subscription/online retailers, there’s a focus on price sensibility, with bottles as low as $12 each.

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Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 22, 2024

We’ve been writing about the wines of Willamette-based Stoller for years, and today we’re diving into some whites and pinks from the operation — three from Stoller Family Estate, and one from its alternate (definitely not “second”) label, Chehalem. Versatile and all-around delightful.

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Drinkhacker

MARCH 29, 2024

We aren’t ones to shy away from additional wines from Merry Edwards, with this wintertime release spanning more 2021 pinot noirs, two whites, and the first sparkling wine we’ve tasted from the winery — this one bottled in honor of the upcoming eclipse.

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VinePair

JANUARY 30, 2024

America has a sweet tooth, but when it comes to wine, many tend to avoid bottles with a high sugar content. But if you find a well-made, harmonious bottle, sweet wines can be some of the most complex and age-worthy wines in the world. In sweet wines, balance is key.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Napa Valley is perhaps the most famous and well-publicized wine region in the United States. Despite its relatively compact size, the region produces almost 50 million cases of wine every year, about a quarter of California’s total wine production. The most underrated Napa wines, according to sommeliers: Corison J.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 3, 2024

We asked the Cheers national wine panel to taste and rate their favorite pours from this past year. bottle (unless otherwise noted). RATING SYSTEM Five Stars (92-100): A top-flight wine. Four Stars (86-91): A very good wine and an excellent value. A wine for which customers will keep coming back. Where to begin.

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Drinkhacker

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Tucked away in France’s Loire Valley, Vouvray is a relatively undersung white wine composed entirely of chenin blanc grapes. While most drinkers have experience with dry table wines from the area, you may not realize that Vouvray also producers sweeter wines, in both the demi-sec and fully sweet styles, the latter akin to Sauternes.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 14, 2024

Salta isn’t a region most folks immediately associate with wine from Argentina. Cuyo seems to dominate the conversation, especially Mendoza, but the humble territory from the north quietly turns out wines just as engaging that present the country’s versatile terroir. Still a beautiful bottle, though.

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 2, 2024

A collection of wines crafted from elite California AVAs, Oleandri showcases the unique terroir of Napa Valley and coastal vineyards. Even though it is high quality and ready to drink immediately, this shows promise and potential to present as an A+ wine with about five to ten years of aging.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Fun fact time: Hall was formerly the United States Ambassador to Austria, from 1997 to 2001, when she returned to winemaking — and has been cranking out top shelf bottles ever since. In lieu of aggressive leathery notes, the wine offers ample anise and dark chocolate elements, but filtered through raspberry and blackberry notes.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Our reviews team sampled countless bourbons in 2024. Ranging from Bottled-in-Bond expressions to experimental cask finishes, there was no shortage of profiles to explore and review. It was then stored until bottling in celebration of 25 years since Heaven Hill Brands acquired Old Fitzgerald in 1999. Easily top five of all time.

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Drinkhacker

MARCH 25, 2024

Drop the parka and dive in: Here’s our top 10 wines, based on recent coverage, that we recommend for summer sipping. Remember: Check Total Wine and Wine.com for the best deals on all of these picks! You can also search multiple stores at wine-searcher to find the best prices on all these products and more.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Helmed by Andre Mack, a renowned sommelier and winemaker, Rye & Sons is an exciting approach to rye from a wine perspective. They approach each bottling year by year and choose a blend that best represents how the whiskey inside the barrel is aging. At $40 a bottle, it is a steal to have on your back bar.”

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Drinkhacker

JUNE 25, 2024

So today we’re enjoying three of the fab four: a Chardonnay, a Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Sauvignon Blanc, all readily affordable and listed for the sensible asking price of around $13 per bottle. Allowing this to chill well isn’t the worst approach to take with this bottle, especially as the summer months start to heat up.

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VinePair

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The renowned sparkling wine fetches a high sum for both its quality and status. The Champagne method requires labor-intensive winemaking practices and a long time aging in the bottle, and the small French region it hails from is full of history and prestige. Average score: 96. Average price: $2,136. Average score: 96.

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