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Lazio: The Sleeping Giant of Central Italy
Italy: Center & South, featured
, Jun 2026
If Lazio isn’t on your radar, you’re missing out on one of the most compelling regions in all of Italy. Thanks to the Cesanese d’Affile clone and the revitalized Bellone variety, Lazio is moving from isolated success stories to a terroir-focused collective identity.
Madeira, Port & Spirits Round Up
featured, Spirits, Fortified Wines and Spirits
, Jun 2026
Few things can put the perfect touch on a meal like a great glass of Madeira, Port or Spirits. In this report I look at some of the most captivating bottles that have come across my desk in recent months.
The Path to Purity: New White Releases from Argentina
Argentina, featured
, Jun 2026
Argentina’s white wines have grown remarkably sophisticated in recent years. Chardonnays with ripe aromas and vibrant palates, oak-aged Sémillons and a host of other offerings have expanded the varietal portfolio of a country traditionally associated with red wine. The 300 wines I tasted for this report paint a convincing picture of a category on the rise.
Cellar Favorite: 2011 Fritz Haag Riesling Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Auslese #10
germany: Mosel, cellar favorite, Cellar Favorites
, Jun 2026
The 2011 Riesling Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Auslese #10 is a brilliant translation of Riesling in all its unfettered glory.
Vinous Table: Hail! Hail! Yakitori!
Vinous Table, Japan
, Jun 2026
Yakitori was once seen as a staple of the commoners’ diet, but Japan's talented chefs are seeking to take it to the highest level by sourcing the finest ingredients and putting their own ingenious twists on standard recipes. I have never lost my soft spot for yakitori, and am happy to see it being reappraised and reinvented within Japan’s contemporary dining scene.
Abruzzo’s Triumphant 2025 Vintage
Italy: Center & South, featured
, Jun 2026
After two years of incredibly difficult climate conditions that tested the spirits of Abruzzo's winemakers, the 2025 growing season was a hard-earned blessing from Mother Nature. The classic 2025 vintage marks more than just a return to consistency—it reaffirms Abruzzo's potential to deliver an unrivaled combination of quality, complexity and value.
Vinous Table: La Kanro, Osaka, Japan
Vinous Table, Japan
, Jun 2026
To those oenophiles venturing to Japan’s second-largest city, La Kanro will look tempting because it boasts a 1,000-bottle, Burgundy-focused wine list. Though it did deliver on that promise, so much went awry that I cannot recommend it.
Vinous Table: Hortensia, Tokyo, Japan
Vinous Table, Japan
, Jun 2026
Hortensia was deeply impressive from start to finish. Flavours marry beautifully, presentation is stunning and there is continuity between dishes. This was not just my favourite meal in Japan. It was one of my meals of the year.
Many Shades of Red: The Garnachas of Navarra and Aragón
featured, Spain
, Jun 2026
The middle section of Spain’s Ebro River is Garnacha country. In Navarra and Aragón, the variety takes on a wide range of styles, from bold and weighty to delicate, crisp and transparent. This report explores the heartlands of Garnacha and its many shades of red.
Cellar Favorite: 1949 Figeac
France: Bordeaux, cellar favorite, Cellar Favorites
, Jun 2026
The 1949 Figeac is one of those wines I wish all Vinous readers had a chance to taste at least once in their lives.