China enjoyed a record-breaking year, winning 156 medals across all wine styles and categories. An oaked Chardonnay from Beijing became the first Chinese dry white wine to win a Platinum medal at Decanter World Wine Awards.
Marselan: Why it could be a ‘signature grape’ of Chinese wines
This lesser-known French grape variety has the potential to be Chinese wine's international calling card, said experts. This World Marselan Day, learn about the history and flavour profiles of the grape....
Exclusive first look inside billionaire Jack Ma’s Bordeaux project
Rumours have flourished since billionaire Jack Ma bought Château de Sours, but what is actually happening? Jane Anson reports on the team's bold plans and winemaking ambitions following a rare estate tour.
Decanter Features
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Jane Anson reports from a tasting led by pioneering winemakers from around...
Columns
Top Bordeaux 2017 wines in the bottle: Left Bank report
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Trivia
Why DO Utiel-Requena?
This Spanish region is attracting a growing following for its wines, as its...
News
China maintains its dominance in Asia at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2020
China continued to establish its reputation of producing quality-led,...
WSET and Wine Quiz
The Aromatic Wine Quiz – Test your knowledge
How much do you know about these spicy, floral wonders? Let's find out with...
Recipes and pairings
Cheese and wine matching: the ultimate guide
Hard, soft, blue, goat...How on earth do you find a cheese and wine match?...
Travel Guides
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Many locals look slightly perplexed when the Napa Valley wine train is...
Keywords
Decanter World Wine Awards
Want to know how the judging and medal system works for the Decanter World...
Grapes
Pinot Blanc (white)
[Grape Variety] Pinot Blanc is most commonly associated with the full-bodied...