Lauren BuzzeoExecutive Editor
Reviews wines from South Africa and Languedoc-Roussillon.
Buzzeo joined Wine Enthusiast in 2006 as a tasting coordinator, and eventually became Tasting Director and Senior Editor, previously responsible for overseeing all aspects of the tasting and review program. In 2017, Buzzeo assumed the role of Managing Editor of Print, which expanded in late 2019 to manage the editor teams and content of the print publication and website, winemag.com. Most recently, she served as Executive Editor and oversaw the editorial and tasting teams. During her time at Wine Enthusiast, Buzzeo made it one of her personal missions to promote the acceptance of cross-drinking, encouraging everyone to embrace finely crafted libations across all beverage categories. Today you can find her out and about promoting her tasting regions of South Africa and the South of France.
Recent Articles and Reviews
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It’s Time to Rethink South African Pinotage February 24, 2022 Pinotage, South Africa's most controversial red grape is redefining it's tastes. Learn more about its…
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The Winemakers on a Mission to Protect South Africa’s Oldest Vines November 1, 2021 In South Africa, 121-year-old vines in Basson Vineyard are still producing abundant, flavorful red wines.…
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Cellarworthy South Africa: Bottles to Bid on at the Cape Winemakers Guild 2021 Auction September 28, 2021 The Cape Winemakers Guild 2021 Auction in South Africa includes limited-edition wine produced exclusively for…
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Why Aren’t You Drinking Cabernet Franc Right Now? September 23, 2021 Cabernet Franc is often overlooked for its red wine kin. Read why one editor feels…

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Taaibosch 2018 Crescendo Red (Stellenbosch) This is the maiden release from a new project, a resurrection of sorts of the… 94 Points N/A
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Kanonkop 2017 Black Label Estate Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch) Opaque garnet in the glass, this dense, intense and concentrated pour offers assertive aromas of… 94 Points $275
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Beeslaar 2019 Pinotage (Stellenbosch) Fynbos, rooibos tea and a touch of tobacco lead the bouquet of this earthy red.… 93 Points $55
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Beeslaar 2018 Pinotage (Stellenbosch) Fresh cigar tobacco, brambly berry and wood spice form the enticing, brooding nose of this… 92 Points $55
