Wine Enthusiast Magazine

Wine Enthusiast Magazine is one of the most respected and quoted authorities in the world of wine and spirits. We feature the hottest trends in everything related to wine. Our seasoned editors do the work for you, with over 700 expert ratings and reviews in each issue. Plus, in-depth features on all aspects of cocktails, spirits, beer, inventive wine and food pairings, trendy recipes, savvy travel features, and more.

Wine Enthusiast Magazine

STARRY-EYED OPTIMISM • The future is already here, and it’s not as frightening as it may seem.

PASO WINE FEST 2026

THE WINE GROUP AT THE WINE ENTHUSIAST SOHO STORE

BEFORE IT WAS COOL • Spain’s clarete wines will upend your understanding of what it means to be red, white, or rosé.

A CURIOUS CONCOCTION • Bourbon and Cynar make bittersweet magic in this Edward Gorey-inspired cocktail.

MÁLÀ MANIA • Sichuan dishes contain an array of vibrant flavors, so reach for versatile wines that can handle the heat.

GEORGIA ON MY MIND • A centuries-old rustic chicken-and-pomegranate dish, perfect for the first taste of autumn.

THE SOUND OF SUCCESS • Washington’s Puget Sound AVA is home to scattered maritime vineyards producing world-class Pinot Noir and cool-climate varietals.

NEUTRAL NO MORE • Vodka has a reputation for being tasteless and odorless, but these producers are proving otherwise with bottlings flavored by apples, maple sap, and even oysters.

TO LIVE AND DIE IN LA PALMA • Winemakers on this volcanic island struggle against forces of nature—from wildfires to rabbits—to keep centuries-old traditions alive.

NAUGHTY BY NATURE • Is the party over for Australian natural wine, or is now the perfect time to recalibrate?

STAR STRUCK • The October 2026 Buying Guide is a celebration of innovation, diversity, and excellence. With bottles spanning 25 varieties, 18 vintages, 10 countries, and over 70 appellations, this is your sign to try something new. Perhaps Terra Madre’s Plavac Mali Premium, a 97-point, ruby-hued red from Croatia? Or Casa dos Amados’ Raríssimo by Osvaldo Amado Encruzado, a 95-point, multi-vintage blend made from an indigenous Portuguese grape? Whichever path you choose, these wines will dazzle and delight.

RISING STARS 2026 • A celebration of emerging talent in the wine and spirits industry.

CIAO, CALIFORNIA! • Golden State winemakers have been embracing lesser-known Italian grape varieties, and the results are absolutely magnifico.

PORTUGAL BUBBLES UP • The country’s unheralded sparkling heritage is ready to pop, and three visionary winemakers are leading the way.

BOTTLES TO LOOK FOR

WHERE TO DRINK WINE IN MEXICO CITY • Amid booming tourism, CDMX’s wine scene is coming into its own, with wine bars and bottle shops flourishing across the capital.

BUYING GUIDE

STAFF EDITORS

QUESTION OF THE MONTH

TASTING METHODOLOGY AND GOALS

CALIFORNIA

PIEDMONT

SICILY

CROATIA

LEBANON

AUSTRALIA

NEW ZEALAND

LIQUEURS • The unsung heroes of your cocktail.

WHY DOES NO ONE IN WINE CARE ABOUT GEN X? • It’s time to rethink how we talk to each other—and who we’re leaving out of the conversation.