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Eric Guido, December 11, 2025
Sparkling wine remains the undisputed champion of holiday gifting and celebration. In Italy, producers continue to deliver an extraordinary mix of quality, diversity and value in a category that continues to grow. There has never been a better moment to explore all Italy has to offer in the realm of sparkling wine.
Vinous Table
Gramercy Tavern, New York, USA
Antonio Galloni, December 2025
More than 30 years after opening, Gramercy Tavern remains a benchmark for fine dining in New York City. It's a timeless classic in the city that never sleeps.
Vinous Favorites
2023 J. Hofstätter Pinot Nero Meczan, 91 points
The 2023 Pinot Nero Meczan wafts up with a savory blend of crushed blackberries, dried herbs and ashen stones. It’s nicely rounded on the palate, with layers of ripe red and blue fruit energized by a core of vibrant acids, wrapping up with a gently grippy, juicy finish. (EG)
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Cellar Favorites
1970 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Montrachet Grand Cru
Antonio Galloni, December 2025
I have been fortunate to taste many vintages of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s Montrachet Grand Cru over the years, but the 1970 was a vintage that had eluded me. This is a very special bottle, both for what is in the glass and for the rich history it unlocks.
1945 Riccardo Viganò Barolo Gran Riserva Cannubi
2013 Domaine Jean-François Coche-Dury Le Corton Grand Cru
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