In the Chicago Tribune, columnist Bill St. John offers tating notes on Pinot Noir wines from sources other than Burgundy. Dave McIntyre, writing the the Washington Post, recommends an eclectic group of bargain wines. And wine blogger Tyler Colman (Dr. Vino) tells the tale of social media in France coming to the aid of a Rhone vintner. JG

Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks Matanzas Creek Chardonnay 2008. (Link)

Los Angeles Times: Wine writer Irene Virbila picks Loring Wine Co. Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2009. (Link)

Business Week: Wine writer Nick Passmore recommends Toad Hollow Unoaked Chardonnay 'Francine's Selection' 2009. (Link)

Las Vegas Review-Journal: Wine writer Gil Lempert-Schwarz chooses Lucky Star Pinot Noir 2009. (Link)

Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Chateau Graville Lacoste 2009. (Link)

New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on a recent Wine Opinions survey detailing wine consumption with and without food at home and in restaurants. (Link)

Wall Street Journal: Wine columnist Jay McInerney on the Sonoma Coast appellation and a group of wineries (including Peay, Failla, Littorai, Freestone, and Red Car) who have formed s sub-appellation group to promote their wines. (Link) Wine columnist Lettie Teague on changes in the world of wine, with comments from Belinda Chang of The Modern in New York and others. Also, recommendation for wines from Domaine de la Pepiere, Ben Marco, Senorio de P. Pecina, Hugel, and Santadi. (Link) Staff writer Will Lyons reports from Bordeaux on the en primeur tastings, with nice mentions for Chateau L'Eglise Clinet and La Conseillante. (Link)

Bloomberg News Service: Wine columnist Elin McCoy on the charitable efforts of Sake producers, supporting relief efforts in Japan. Tasting notes on several brands. (Link)

Financial Times: Wine columnist Jancis Robinson on the en primeur tastings in Bordeaux, with a recommendation for Chateau Belle-Vue. (Link)

Newark Star-Ledger: Wine writer John Foy has lots of nice things to say about Carpineto Chianti Classico Riserva 2006. (Link)

San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel reviews Sauvignon Blanc wines. Recommendations for wines from Riebeek Cellars, Conte Leopardi, Zepaltas Wines, Bodega Renacer, Saint Clair, and Domaine Henri Pelle. (Link)

San Francisco Chronicle: Wine editor Jon Bonne on winemaker Bob Betz and his winery in Washington. (Link)

Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Mike Dunne has nice things to say about Kirkland Amador County Old Vine 'Grandmere' Zinfandel 2008. (Link)

Santa Rosa Press Democrat: Wine columnist Dan Berger on the growing popularity of Muscat wines. (Link)

Washington Post: Wine columnist Dave McIntyre on bargain wines. Highest rated are Osel Ruche 2009, Pa ul Mas Estate Vieilles Vignes Carignan Savignac Vineyards 2009, and House of Independent Producers La Bourgeoisie Chardonnay 2009 (and 2010). (Link)

Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Dale Robertson offers brief interviews with winemakers attending the recent Houston wine competition. Quotes from winemakers representing Chateau d'Issan, Opus One, Littorai, Cade/Plumpjack, and others. (Link)

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Wine writer Gil Kulers on kosher wines, with tasting notes on wines from Yarden and Teperberg. (Link)

Miami Herald: Wine columnist Fred Tasker on the charitable efforts of Sake producers, raising money for earthquake relief in Japan. (Link)

Chicago Tribune: Wine columnist Bill St. John on Pinot Noir wines. Many tasting notes, including comments on wines from Villa Maria, Sanford, Patz & Hall, Erath, Byron, Archery Summit, and others. (Link)

Vinography: Wine blogger Alder Yarrow on a tasting of Pinot Noir wines with moderate levels of alcohol. Highest praise for wines from Peay Vineyards and Kutch. (Link)

Dr. Vino: Wine blogger Tyler Colman on how social media turned around the fortunes of a wine producer in the Cotes du Ventoux. (Link)

Bigger Than Your Head: Wine blogger Fredric Koeppel recommends Rocca Sveva Soave Classico 2009, and Paul Durdilly 'Les Grandes Coasses' Beaujolais 2009. (Link)

The Feiring Line: Wine blogger Alice Feiring on a recent lunch at The Modern with Jancis Robinson. Critque of the wine selections. (Link)

Wine Review Online: Wine writer Michael Franz on a recent wine competition where a number of wines from Benziger Family Winery fared quite well. (Link)

1WineDude: Wine blogger Joe Roberts offers mini reviews on several wines from Achaval-Ferrer and other wineries. (Link)

Gray Market Report: Wine blogger Blake Gray offers more thoughts on the World of Pinot Noir event. (Link)

Zester Daily: Wine blogger Elin McCoy recommends Chasing Venus Sauvignon Blanc 2010. (Link)

JancisRobinson.com: Wine blogger Jancis Robinson offers some thoughts on tasting through the 2010 vintage Bordeaux wines. (Link)

Diner's Journal: Wine blogger Eric Asimov on the purchase by Donald Trump of the Kluge Estate Winery and Vineyard in Virginia. (Link)