About the Wine & Spirits Magazine Rating System
Wine & Spirits Mag (1982) leading quarterly for pros & consumers. Global regions, news, food pairings. Reviews 11K+ yearly, rigorous. 5 Beard Awards. Print & digital.

How Wine & Spirits Magazine Rates
Wine & Spirits Magazine employs a 100-point scoring system for its wine reviews, emphasizing a detailed evaluation of quality. Here's a breakdown using the provided template:
About the Scores:
Wine & Spirits Magazine utilizes a 100-point scale to assess wines, focusing on quality, character, and regional typicity.
95-100 Points:
Exceptional
Wines demonstrating outstanding quality, complexity, and regional character. Represents the pinnacle of their category.
90-94 Points:
Excellent
Wines with strong varietal character, excellent structure, and notable distinction. A well-crafted selection.
85-89 Points:
Very Good
Well-made wines that are enjoyable and display commendable quality.
80-84 Points:
Good
Solid, sound wines that are enjoyable, but may lack the complexity or distinction of higher-scoring wines.
Below 80 Points:
Wines that do not meet the magazine's quality standards.
Wines Rated By Wine & Spirits Magazine
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2021 J. Wilkes Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley CA
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NV R.H. Coutier Brut Tradition Champagne, Grand Cru, France
Regular price $40.00Regular priceUnit price / per$59.00Sale price $40.00Sold out -
2021 J. Wilkes Chardonnay Santa Maria Valley CA
Regular price $35.00Regular priceUnit price / per
Wine & Spirits Magazine History
Wine & Spirits Magazine, established in 1982, is a prominent publication serving both wine professionals and consumers. Published quarterly in print and with 24 online Regional Tasting Reports annually, it reaches over 200,000 members of the American wine community. The magazine offers a wide array of content, including coverage of established and emerging wine regions, the science and art of winegrowing, industry news, restaurant features, and food and wine pairing suggestions.
A key aspect of the magazine is its rigorous evaluation process, reviewing over 11,000 wines annually. Its commitment to quality wine writing is underscored by its five James Beard Awards, a unique achievement among wine publications.
The magazine is produced by a team of experts, including critics, editors, and correspondents. Key personnel include Joshua Greene, the Publisher & Editor, Patrick J. Comiskey, the Senior Correspondent, and regional specialists like Stephanie Johnson (Italian Wine Critic). The magazine operates from its editorial and business office in New York. Subscriptions are available for digital access or a combination of digital and print formats.
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