June 2006

Al Brounstein, Diamond Creek Founder, 1920-2006

By Steve Heimoff

Rosés for Summer Sipping

This refreshing wine goes well with a huge array of summertime dishes.

By Joe Czerwinski

700th Harvest of Château Pape Clément

Bernard Magrez and Alain Ducasse collaborate for a celebration luncheon.

By Tim Moriarty

Sardinia's Answer to Sassicaia

Tenuta San Guido winemaker and Cantina Santadi release a joint-venture wine.

By Daryna Tobey

Pinot Grigio: The Official Portrait

There's more to this megastar white than the light, fruity style we all know.

Enth Degree June 2006

News and Notes from the World of Wine.

Pistou with Spring Vegetables and Poached Eggs

From June 2006 Last Drop with Chef Dan Barber

By Toni Lydecker

Bubbles Beyond Champagne

Finding European sparkling wines, good for casual or special occasions.

Roger Voss (Intro, France); Monica Larner (Italy); Michael Schachner (Spain)

Hidden Napa Valley

Stay off the main thoroughfares and follow locals to their favorite stomping grounds.

By Thom Elkjer

Concha y Toro to Unveil New Super Carmenère

A sneak peek at the new ultrapremium heavyweight wine.

By Michael Schachner