For anyone planning a trip to Argentina's emerging wine country, the city of Mendoza serves as the gateway.

     Mendoza, described by National Geographic Traveler as "an oasis of urban green in the arid Cuyo region at the foot of the Andes," has itself become a destination. Its laid-back vibe exists amid tree-lined boulevards, open-air cafes and shaded plazas.

     In fact, whether to stay in Mendoza or closer to the vineyards in Lujan de Cuyo is the first decision you'll...

     If there is one name that's synonymous with Cabernet Sauvignon in the Napa Valley - a valley that has built its reputation on the variety - it's Caymus.

     Founded in 1972 by Charlie and Lorna Wagner and their son Chuck, Caymus made a handful of varieties in its early years, but soon began concentrating exclusively on Cabernet.

     It was a wise move, considering the location of the estate vineyard - in Napa's acclaimed Rutherford district - and the intensely flavored Cabernet clone planted. The clone was acquired from...

     The sweetness of the onions makes this dish a great match for an oak-aged Chardonnay. It also pairs nicely with Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc. This recipe makes 4 servings.

SCALLOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

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     Buying a holiday gift for a wine lover can be daunting, since personal taste plays such a prominent role in wine enjoyment. With that mind, we offer a few gift ideas that should please anyone who is "into" wine... or getting into wine...

ORANGE PUMPKIN PIE

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     The 130,000-sq.-ft., three-building complex houses the Department of Viticulture and Enology and the Department of Food Science and Technology, and includes a Sensory Building, administrative offices of the RMI, and classroom and laboratory space.

     More than 1,000 people attended the event, which attracted area politicians, wine industry...

     That may be just the way it is... or by design.

     And we wouldn't put it past you to sneak a...

     On an average annual basis, the new bottles will reduce glass usage by 16% (more than 2,100 tons) and supply chain greenhouse gas emissions (or carbon footprint) associated with glass bottles by 14% (3,000 tons of CO2e).

     This is equivalent to planting 70,000 trees and...

     According to the Marlborough Express, a total of 4,100 tons of fruit was picked, compared with just 1,950 tons in 2007.

     Nationally, 285,000 tons of grapes were harvested this season, with the Gisborne and Hawke's Bay regions the only...

     They're also seeing high quality -- small, tight berries they hope will impart especially good flavor and color to finished wines -- and they're seeing strong demand.

     Allied Grape Growers, which represents about 500 farmers in the state's main winegrape regions, said the strong demand has fueled an increase in grape prices. In most areas of the state, prices rose...