Wine lovers instinctively understand that a wine doesn’t have to be rare or expensive to be meaningful. What it does require is care—thoughtful farming, attentive winemaking and, just as important, a clear-eyed approach to quality and price. With that vision in mind, a wide range of delicious wines are being made around the world at accessible prices, and consumers are taking advantage of the bounty.
Read editor and publisher Marvin R. Shanken’s introduction to the Jan. 15 - Feb. 28, 2026, issue, which includes a feature on smart buys, tasting reports on Portugal and Port, a roundup of 2025’s New York Wine Experience and more.
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