August 1998



In This Issue:

Winemakers on the Rocks
>Burr Snider scales the Pinnacles in California's Monterey County with a crew of adventure-seeking, rock-climbing winemakers.


Real Estates
>California's cabernet sauvignon market is increasingly driven by fashion. Rod Smith looks past the hype in search of collectible estate cabernets that have stood the test of time.


 

Hammer Time
>Not just for the wealthy, wine auctions can be a great source of value‹ and of wines that are drinking well now. David Lynch goes behind the scenes at a Christiešs fine wine sale to gather auction market intelligence.


Port: Fortifying your Collection
>Joshua Greene considers which Ports to pour when youšre not cracking open a Vintage.


Once and Future Collectibles: The Birthplace of Wine Reborn
>The wines of Georgia are making a comeback. William Gasperini reports from this former Soviet Republic, a country thought to be the ancient birthplace of wine.


Tokaji Gold
> Hungary's honeyed nectars are taking their rightful place in collectors' cellars. Tara Q. Thomas suggests the best ways to enjoy a growing Tokaji collection.


PLUS:

  • October Tasting Stats
  • Best Values Under $10
  • Burke Owens: American New Releases focus on California Cabernets
  • Joshua Greene: Imported New Releases focus on Burgandy, Loire and Portuguese Estates