The Best Wines to Give this Holiday Season

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94 points   Brassfield 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (High Valley), $35   The flavors present youthful blackberry, blueberry, citrus zest and dried herbs, wrapped around dark chocolate, integrated toasty oak, black truffle, mineral and a long, supple finish.   VIEW FULL REVIEW ►   recipe: Penne Arrabbiata with Charred Sweet Tomatoes   offer: 15% savings and $10 shipping on 4 bottles or more   get recipe       get offer

90 points   Aquilini 2023 Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain), $30   Gooseberries. Yes, I dare to invoke the ubiquitous gooseberry. There's no other way to describe this nose, other than to mention additional aromas of lemon, juniper and almond.   VIEW FULL REVIEW ►   shop collection

89 points   Alto Canto Tequila Reposado, $105   The flinty aroma mingles with a subtle floral hint. Distinctly fruity notes lead the palate, suggesting lychee, toasted coconut and a hint of guava. A floral note returns on the exhale.   VIEW FULL REVIEW ►   buy now

The Best Wines to Give this Holiday Season   Gifting superlative wine is one way to be invited back for future hangs. But which bottles, precisely, should you give? We've got ideas.   Read article       sponsored   Clos de los Siete's C7 Bordeaux Blend, Where Old World Meets New World   Created through a collaboration of seven local families, the wine embodies a shared commitment to quality, sustainability and elevating Mendoza's global reputation.   Read article       How a 150-Year-Old Vine Survived a Century of Drought   The revival of a California producer's Cinsault vines is emblematic of a wider trend happening in the industry: cultivating varietals that can withstand the effects of climate change.   Read article       These Italian Reds Under $20 Deserve Your Attention   If you're able to drink like a king, good for you—for the rest of us, these high-scoring Italian reds offer the chance to sip regally on a budget.   Read article       Meet Napa's New Wave of All-Star Consulting Winemakers   To perfect their wines, producers are enlisting Avengers-style consultant squads. These are some of the biggest names in the mix.   Read article       How Will We Drink in 2025? Here Are Our Predictions   Some predictions build on this past year's trends (tequila's not going anywhere, nor are zero-proof cocktails). But others caught us by surprise.   Read article

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