Absinthe Will Get You in Trouble

Absinthe has a pretty elaborate set-up, which is part of the fun. The fact that real absinthe is illegal is beside the point. (By Louisa Chu)

Bistronomics 101

French chef Iñaki Aizpitarte proves that you don’t need a trust fund to afford haute cuisine. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Times Are Changing for Languedoc

Next-generation quality wines. (By Jordan Mackay)

Entering French Basque Country

Around the town of Pau a few obscure appellations are worth seeking out. (By Jordan Mackay)

The Tables Have Turned

American winemakers learn the secret to great Viognier; meanwhile, the French lose their touch. (By Jordan Mackay)

The Extortionate Glass of Wine

Is wine by the glass a total ripoff? (By Jordan Mackay)

What to Drink in 2009

Anticipating a year of wine and booze discoveries. (By Jordan Mackay)

Good Imported Wines Under $10

Save money and drink well. (By Roxanne Webber)

Forge de Laguiole Corkscrews

Open the bottle in French.

Always the Bridesmaid

Marsanne, the ignored little sister of the Rhône whites, has good bones. (By Jordan Mackay)

It's Not Champagne

But it might be better, cheaper, and worth exploring. (By Jordan Mackay)

Between the Clorox and the Kitty Litter

Can you find drinkable wine at the local convenience store? (By Anthony Giglio)

What Is Nougat?

It’s the candy you love to pronounce. (By Michele Foley)

How Do They Get a Pear in a Bottle of Eau de Vie?

Is that fruit fake? (By Michele Foley)

Advantage Spain

Navarra rosados can play with the best French rosés. (By Jordan Mackay)