The wines in the southern Italian region of Puglia are more varied than you might imagine. By Rosemary George

After losing his wife to cancer, Greg Brown, founder of T-Vine winery, nursed a broken heart. By Virginie Boone

Wine of the Week: The 2010 Quady Winery Elysium California Black Muscat is fruity and intense. By Elin McCoy

Part 2: Gerald Asher explains why certain wines appeal to Chinese tastes and go with the cuisine. By Carolyn J. Phillips

Part 1: Author and expert Gerald Asher breaks with tradition as he pairs wines with Chinese flavors. By Carolyn J. Phillips

Wine of the Week: Celebrate romance with the 2008 Lasseter Family Winery Amoureux Malbec Red Blend. By Elin McCoy

Canadian winemakers gamble on the right degree of freezing cold to produce a tiny amount of elixir. By Caroline J. Beck

Wine of the Week: The 2009 Freeman Ryo-Fu Chardonnay from California is subtle but powerful. By Elin McCoy

In a French region known for its fragrant white wines, Pinot Noir is beginning to carve a new path. By Sue Style

Wine of the Week: The 2011 Bodega Colomé Torrontés is delicate, with notes of citrus and herbs. By Elin McCoy

Zinfandel might get most of the attention in California’s Lodi region, but other grapes are on the rise. By Virginie Boone

At Japan's Hucho Homare brewery, the once-forgotten watari bune rice is the key to premium sake. By Sonoko Sakai

A quality Champagne seduces all of your senses. Learn how to fully appreciate a great bottle. By Patrick Comiskey

Reach back to eggnog's roots for a truly rich and rockin' drink that will stir any holiday party. By Charles Perry

Wine of the Week: The NV Nino Franco Rustico Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore is affordable bubbly. By Elin McCoy

Sampling 15 years from a storied Chilean estate paints a clear picture of evolution. By Rosemary George

Wine of the Week: Pierre Péters Cuvée is a noteworthy part of a newly hot category of Champagne. By Elin McCoy

This family recipe for a rich eggnog is perfect for making toasts for any holiday. By Clifford A. Wright