April 1997



In This Issue:

Of Wood & Wine: Barrel Fermented Chardonnay in California
> Rod Smith considers the phenomenal growth of a once artisanal winemaking method.


The Lure of Agave
>From pulque in Oaxaca to margaritas in Chicago, Patricia Unterman traces the authentic flavors of agave. Gary Regan leads a tasting of twenty aņejos in search of the ultimate margarita and sipping tequilas.


 

Enoteca: Light Meals & Great Wines in Tuscany
>An enoteca regular in Rome, Joyce Goldstein explores the wine bars from Siena to Firenze to bring home great recipes for a Tuscan evening.


Pinot Noir American Style
>Restaurateurs can't get enough of the new American pinots. Michael Bonadies follows the evolution of this difficult grape into a delicious New World wine.


Eighth Annual W&S Restaurant Poll
>What's hot in America's most popular restaurants? W&S' exclusive survey of the country's best restaurants tracks the most popular brands and varietals, and eight years of restaurant wine trends.

PLUS:

  • April Tasting Stats
  • Best Values Under $10
  • Vinatge Port 1994
  • American New Releases
  • Imported New Releases