Bronze-winning Chinese wines - 2016 Decanter Asia Wine Awards

See all the Bronze Medal-winning Chinese wines in this year's Decanter Asia Wine Awards.

*NWF: Entered by Ningxia Wine Bureau

Gold and Silver Medal-winning Chinese wines in 2016 DAWA

Commended-winning Chinese wines in 2016 DAWA

Wines

Legacy Peak, Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, 2015 Legacy Peak, Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, 2015

Legacy Peak, Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, 2015

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Elegant pear aromatics pave the way for a palate displaying a satisfying intensity of ripe tropical fruit and crisp acidity.

Guanlan Vineyard, Cuvée Faucon, Ningxia, China, 2014 Guanlan Vineyard, Cuvée Faucon, Ningxia, China, 2014

Guanlan Vineyard, Cuvée Faucon, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Upfront black fruit aromas; firm, leathery palate with plenty of ripeness and lengthy, concentrated sweet red berry fruit.

Legacy Peak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013 Legacy Peak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

Legacy Peak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

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Restrained, peppery nose leads to a structured, opulent yet welcoming palate with sweet, succulent fruit and pleasurable, polished tannins.

Legacy Peak, Kalavinka, Ningxia, China, 2013 Legacy Peak, Kalavinka, Ningxia, China, 2013

Legacy Peak, Kalavinka, Ningxia, China, 2013

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Evolving, lifted aromas of blackcurrant and pepper welcome a multi-layered mouthful of dense, ripe dark fruit with hints of spicy oak.

Legacy Peak, Family Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013 Legacy Peak, Family Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

Legacy Peak, Family Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

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Enticing, fruity, spicy nose ushers in an elegant, restrained palate, though agreeably loaded with notes of dark fruits and liquorice.

Chateau Hedong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013 Chateau Hedong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

Chateau Hedong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

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Ripe red fruit aromas introduce concentrated, bramble fruit flavours enhanced by rounded tannins and persistent, fresh acidity - decent wine.

NWF-Yang Yang International Winery, NWF-Hé, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Yang Yang International Winery, NWF-Hé, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Yang Yang International Winery, NWF-Hé, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Attractive ripe fruit aromas lead to a dark yet elegant palate with plenty of blackcurrant fruit - a tasty effort.

NWF-Yang Yang International Winery, NWF-He Zun Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon, , Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Yang Yang International Winery, NWF-He Zun Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon, , Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Yang Yang International Winery, NWF-He Zun Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon, , Ningxia, China, 2014

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Concentrated black fruit nose welcomes a chewy, juicy and powerful palate with fresh acidity and even-tempered tannins; nice wine here.

Xinjiang Ruitaiqinglin, Glamorn Merlot, Heshuo/Hoxud , Xinjiang, China, 2014 Xinjiang Ruitaiqinglin, Glamorn Merlot, Heshuo/Hoxud , Xinjiang, China, 2014

Xinjiang Ruitaiqinglin, Glamorn Merlot, Heshuo/Hoxud , Xinjiang, China, 2014

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Violet and red plum aromas welcome a structured, rich palate bursting with dark, ripe blackcurrants and smooth, leathery tannins.

COFCO Food Sales & Distribution Co.,Ltd, Greatwall Coastal Vineyard Superior Selection Merlot• Petit Verdot  Wine, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2013 COFCO Food Sales & Distribution Co.,Ltd, Greatwall Coastal Vineyard Superior Selection Merlot• Petit Verdot  Wine, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2013

COFCO Food Sales & Distribution Co.,Ltd, Greatwall Coastal Vineyard Superior Selection Merlot• Petit Verdot Wine, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2013

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Fruit-forward nose of plum and blackcurrant precedes a firm palate with notes of leather and dark, roasted plum fruit.

Chateau Haixiangyuan, GiantMonte Twinkle Star, Ningxia, China, 2014 Chateau Haixiangyuan, GiantMonte Twinkle Star, Ningxia, China, 2014

Chateau Haixiangyuan, GiantMonte Twinkle Star, Ningxia, China, 2014

86
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Restrained plum and herbal aromas precede sweet berry flavours with hints of cinnamon, encased within a firm structure.

Chateau Midengbao, Modern Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 Chateau Midengbao, Modern Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

Chateau Midengbao, Modern Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Lifted black fruit nose welcomes a dense, dark and chewy palate with leather, plum jam and finely-judged oak.

Li's, Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014 Li's, Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014

Li's, Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Spiced, oaky nose welcomes a full-bodied yet soft palate of intense cassis, black plum and black cherry characters, accompanied by a dash of liquorice.

Li's, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 Li's, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

Li's, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Fresh black fruits leap from the glass, together with a grassy/menthol note. Soft yet well-structured on the palate with an attractive juicy freshness.

Chandon, Brut Rosé, Ningxia, China, NV Chandon, Brut Rosé, Ningxia, China, NV

Chandon, Brut Rosé, Ningxia, China, NV

86
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Pretty, floral red fruit aromas lead to a fresh, open, forward palate with decent acidity.

NWF-Chandon, NWF-Brut Rosé,  Ningxia, China, NV NWF-Chandon, NWF-Brut Rosé,  Ningxia, China, NV

NWF-Chandon, NWF-Brut Rosé, Ningxia, China, NV

86
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Pretty, floral red fruit aromas lead to a fresh, open, forward palate with decent acidity.

Kanaan winery, Pretty Pony, Ningxia, China, 2014 Kanaan winery, Pretty Pony, Ningxia, China, 2014

Kanaan winery, Pretty Pony, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Bright, fresh aromas with leafy, herbal notes appearing on both the nose and palate - intensely fruity though well-structured, and well made.

Shangri-La, Special, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014 Shangri-La, Special, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014

Shangri-La, Special, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014

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A lovely juicy, bright example of the genre, in a gentle and easy-going frame.

NWF-Domaine des Arômes, NWF-, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Domaine des Arômes, NWF-, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Domaine des Arômes, NWF-, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Cut grass and black plum aroma leads to a bright, juicy palate with typical Cabernet characters and a lick of sweet oak; nicely done.

Ningxiainshawan International Winery, Zhichuan, Ningxia, China, 2015 Ningxiainshawan International Winery, Zhichuan, Ningxia, China, 2015

Ningxiainshawan International Winery, Zhichuan, Ningxia, China, 2015

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Rich sweet-oak nose, with almost a Port-style richness. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated in the mouth with grippy tannins and ripe blackcurrant fruit.

Ningxia Jinshawan International Winery, Boshan, Ningxia, China, 2015 Ningxia Jinshawan International Winery, Boshan, Ningxia, China, 2015

Ningxia Jinshawan International Winery, Boshan, Ningxia, China, 2015

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Black cherry and cassis nose augmented by aromas of wild strawberry and liquorice, leading to medium-bodied blackcurrant flavours with firm yet elegant tannins.

NWF-Li's, NWF-Family Treasures Cabernet Sauvigon, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Li's, NWF-Family Treasures Cabernet Sauvigon, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Li's, NWF-Family Treasures Cabernet Sauvigon, Ningxia, China, 2014

86
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Fresh black fruits leap from the glass, together with a grassy/menthol note. Soft yet well-structured on the palate with an attractive juicy freshness.

NWF-Li's, NWF-Family Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Li's, NWF-Family Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Li's, NWF-Family Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

86
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Spiced, oaky nose welcomes a full-bodied yet soft palate of intense cassis, black plum and black cherry characters, accompanied by a dash of liquorice.

NWF-Chateau Yuhuang, NWF-Earl Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Chateau Yuhuang, NWF-Earl Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Chateau Yuhuang, NWF-Earl Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

86
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Bright, juicy nose, enhanced by a hint of liquorice. Easy-going yet long on the palate with an alluring and clean varietal character.

NWF-Chateau Septembre, NWF-Glory Jade Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Chateau Septembre, NWF-Glory Jade Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Chateau Septembre, NWF-Glory Jade Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014

86
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Restrained nose of blackcurrant with a herbal note, leading to a fresh palate of juicy black fruit with an attractive grassy character; well made.

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Qing Xue, Ningxia, China, 2014 Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Qing Xue, Ningxia, China, 2014

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Qing Xue, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Focused nose of black fruit leads to a palate packed with juicy, fresh, textured fruit; easy-going.

NWF-Tiande Winery, NWF-Longyi Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Tiande Winery, NWF-Longyi Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Tiande Winery, NWF-Longyi Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Dense, rich and brooding nose welcomes a medium to full palate with beautifully textured dark chocolate and spicy notes - easy-drinking.

Himalaya Development Group, Tsekou, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014 Himalaya Development Group, Tsekou, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014

Himalaya Development Group, Tsekou, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014

86
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Lovely black fruit aroma with hints of toasty oak. To taste, it boasts plenty of bright black fruit, a fine structure and texture, and a liquorice-driven finish.

Xin Jiang Ka Rui Er Zhuang Yuan Jiu Ye, Crystal Pearl, Xinjiang, China, 2014 Xin Jiang Ka Rui Er Zhuang Yuan Jiu Ye, Crystal Pearl, Xinjiang, China, 2014

Xin Jiang Ka Rui Er Zhuang Yuan Jiu Ye, Crystal Pearl, Xinjiang, China, 2014

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Ripe blackberry aroma mirrors gentle blackberry dominated flavours, enhanced by notes of coffee and liquorice; pretty, and easy-going.

Domaine Pu Shang, Marselan, Ningxia, China, 2014 Domaine Pu Shang, Marselan, Ningxia, China, 2014

Domaine Pu Shang, Marselan, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Dark nose of sweet and sour plums paves the way to a mid-weight palate with fresh, bright black fruit behind sweet oak.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

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Bright, herbal nose welcomes a mid-weight yet structured palate with fresh plummy fruit; plenty of tannin though acidity gives ample lift.

Xinya, Sunyard Syrah, Xinjiang, China, 2015 Xinya, Sunyard Syrah, Xinjiang, China, 2015

Xinya, Sunyard Syrah, Xinjiang, China, 2015

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Ripe cherry nose underpinned by a stemmy, leafy aroma. Medium-bodied palate with pure, fresh red and black fruit, with well-integrated tannins. Straightforward, easy, but well made.

Xinjiang Ruitaiqinglin, Glamorn Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud , Xinjiang, China, 2015 Xinjiang Ruitaiqinglin, Glamorn Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud , Xinjiang, China, 2015

Xinjiang Ruitaiqinglin, Glamorn Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud , Xinjiang, China, 2015

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Attractive, fresh nose of black cherries and black pepper; palate is medium-bodied and structured with notes of black cherry, plum and liquorice.

NWF-Guangxia Yinchuan, NWF-Jamesvin Sweet Time,  Ningxia, China, 2015 NWF-Guangxia Yinchuan, NWF-Jamesvin Sweet Time,  Ningxia, China, 2015

NWF-Guangxia Yinchuan, NWF-Jamesvin Sweet Time, Ningxia, China, 2015

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Very deep-coloured rosé with a stalky red cherry aroma, leading to a medium-sweet and fairly broad, juicy palate.

NWF-Senmiao Moon Valley, NWF-Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2013 NWF-Senmiao Moon Valley, NWF-Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2013

NWF-Senmiao Moon Valley, NWF-Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2013

86
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Blackberry and floral character on nose and palate, enhanced by hints of toast, toffee and liquorice; finishes fairly long.

NWF-Kanaan Winery, NWF-Pretty Pony, Ningxia, China, 2013 NWF-Kanaan Winery, NWF-Pretty Pony, Ningxia, China, 2013

NWF-Kanaan Winery, NWF-Pretty Pony, Ningxia, China, 2013

86
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Leathery, brambly aromas welcome a structured and textured palate with ripe black fruit and dried spices; straightforward, easy-drinking.

Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014 Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

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Dark chocolate-coated cherries on the nose, followed by a lovely palate layered with liquorice and sweet cinnamon spice, bolstered by ripe but not over-extracted tannins.

NWF-Yang Yang International Chateau, NWF-Hè Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013 NWF-Yang Yang International Chateau, NWF-Hè Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

NWF-Yang Yang International Chateau, NWF-Hè Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2013

86
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Shows decent varietal typicity with cassis, tobacco and pencil-shaving characters, as well as boasting a firm structure.

NWF-HuiDa Sun Ecological Winery, NWF-Colourful Sunshine Cabernet Sauvignon , Ningxia, China, 2013 NWF-HuiDa Sun Ecological Winery, NWF-Colourful Sunshine Cabernet Sauvignon , Ningxia, China, 2013

NWF-HuiDa Sun Ecological Winery, NWF-Colourful Sunshine Cabernet Sauvignon , Ningxia, China, 2013

86
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Rich, ripe Cabernet nose with a satisfying interplay on the palate between the fruit-driven and oak characters, enriched by ripe tannins with a sweet liquorice and cinnamon core.

NWF-The Wens, NWF-The Foothills Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-The Wens, NWF-The Foothills Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-The Wens, NWF-The Foothills Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2014

86
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Lovely, attractive example of Gernischt with floral aromatics and a lovely purity of clean, fresh fruit flavours.

Château Rongzi, Château Rongzi, Shanxi, China, 2015 Château Rongzi, Château Rongzi, Shanxi, China, 2015

Château Rongzi, Château Rongzi, Shanxi, China, 2015

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Bright strawberry aromas lead to a very fruit-driven palate - strawberries and raspberries - with a fair degree of sweetness.

NWF-Great Wall, NWF-Terroir Selection Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Great Wall, NWF-Terroir Selection Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Great Wall, NWF-Terroir Selection Chardonnay, Ningxia, China, 2014

87
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Delicate yet bright with a green apple nose enhanced by a hint of sweet oak; flavours of peach and citrus jostle with savoury, mineral notes.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2015 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2015

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2015

87
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Restrained nose with delicate vanilla oak leading to a mouthful of ripe melon and peach, complemented by a creamy vanilla character.

Cofco Junding Winery, Chateau Junding Phoenix Lake T50, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2013 Cofco Junding Winery, Chateau Junding Phoenix Lake T50, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2013

Cofco Junding Winery, Chateau Junding Phoenix Lake T50, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2013

87
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Concentrated black fruit and liquorice aromas lead to a powerful, extracted palate with a satisfying oaky edge to the dark fruit; well done.

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014 Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014

87
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Aromas of blackberry and cassis reappear on the easy-going palate which boasts a nicely-judged lick of gentle oak giving lift to the sweet fruit.

Xixia King Winery, Tian Lu Qing Yun Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 Xixia King Winery, Tian Lu Qing Yun Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

Xixia King Winery, Tian Lu Qing Yun Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

87
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Lovely ripe Cabernet nose with leafy freshness and a touch of vanilla-spice. Mid-weight, easy-going yet intense palate of juicy, ripe black fruit.

NWF- Helan Qingxue Vineyard, NWF-Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF- Helan Qingxue Vineyard, NWF-Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF- Helan Qingxue Vineyard, NWF-Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Ningxia, China, 2014

87
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Aromas of blackberry and cassis reappear on the easy-going palate which boasts a nicely-judged lick of gentle oak giving lift to the sweet fruit.

Kanaan Winery, Black Beauty, Ningxia, China, 2013 Kanaan Winery, Black Beauty, Ningxia, China, 2013

Kanaan Winery, Black Beauty, Ningxia, China, 2013

87
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Juicy and ripe, with a lovely brambly fruit on both nose and palate - manages to be firm, structured, dark yet fresh.

Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Cabernet Franc, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014 Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Cabernet Franc, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Cabernet Franc, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

87
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Baked plum aromas, while the palate displays juicy red fruit with notes of damsons and black plums enhanced by a lovely core of freshness fuelling a long finish.

Chateau Dongfang Yuxing, Ge Rui Hong Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2015 Chateau Dongfang Yuxing, Ge Rui Hong Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2015

Chateau Dongfang Yuxing, Ge Rui Hong Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2015

87
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Primary red berry fruit on the nose leads to a clean, unoaked, nicely rounded palate - straightforward and unassuming but clean and fresh; easy-drinking.

NWF-Yang Yang International, NWF-Hè Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2013 NWF-Yang Yang International, NWF-Hè Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2013

NWF-Yang Yang International, NWF-Hè Cabernet Gernischt, Ningxia, China, 2013

87
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Lovely example of Gernischt with fresh black and red plums - delicately spicy, multi-layered and complex.

Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Moser Family Cabernet Sauvigon,  Ningxia, China, 2013 Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Moser Family Cabernet Sauvigon,  Ningxia, China, 2013

Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Moser Family Cabernet Sauvigon, Ningxia, China, 2013

88
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Gently ripe, juicy nose ushers in a concentrated palate with satisfyingly thick velvet fruit bolstered by firm but integrated tannins; solid effort.

Shangri-La, Collection, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014 Shangri-La, Collection, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014

Shangri-La, Collection, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China, 2014

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Smoky nose of black cherry and cassis followed by a mid-weight palate with an agreeable concentration of juicy fruit - elegant and well-structured.

Chateau Midengbao, Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014 Chateau Midengbao, Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014

Chateau Midengbao, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

88
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Intense aromas of black fruit, liquorice and toasty oak, while the palate erupts with cassis, blackberry and black cherry notes. Finishes long; nicely made.

NWF-The Wens, NWF-Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-The Wens, NWF-Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-The Wens, NWF-Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Cassis and blackberry aromas lead to a very grippy and extracted palate with mouth-coating tannins encased within a broad yet soft texture; well made, a powerful wine!

NWF-Senmiao Moon Valley Winery, NWF-Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Senmiao Moon Valley Winery, NWF-Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Senmiao Moon Valley Winery, NWF-Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

88
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Pleasing on the nose with black fruits intermixed with liquorice and charred wood. Rich and powerful on the palate with pronounced yet integrated tannins.

NWF-Chateau Septembre, NWF-Glory Jade Septembre Classic,  Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Chateau Septembre, NWF-Glory Jade Septembre Classic,  Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Chateau Septembre, NWF-Glory Jade Septembre Classic, Ningxia, China, 2014

88
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Energetic nose of blackcurrant and sweet oak welcomes vivacious and appetising, savoury and peppery flavours; still youthful but really nicely done.

NWF-Let Garden Zhuang, NWF-Lan Shan Hong Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Let Garden Zhuang, NWF-Lan Shan Hong Cabernet Sauvignon,  Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Let Garden Zhuang, NWF-Lan Shan Hong Cabernet Sauvignon, Ningxia, China, 2014

88
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Black cherry aromas usher in a gentle, medium-bodied palate with a juicy bright fruit sweetness complemented by a lick of smoky oak; well made, easy-drinking.

Domaine Pu Shang, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon , Ningxia, China, 2014 Domaine Pu Shang, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon , Ningxia, China, 2014

Domaine Pu Shang, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon , Ningxia, China, 2014

88
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Savoury, leathery nose leads to a mid-weight palate with hints of smoked meat, juicy black fruit and a leafy freshness - rather lovely.

Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Shiraz, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014 Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Shiraz, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

Chateau Zhong Fei, Barrel Aged Shiraz, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

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Concentrated, focused aromas of black cherry and plum welcome a medium-bodied, harmonious and approachable palate - a lovely, gentle drink.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2014

88
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Enticing juicy, spicy Cabernet nose - fresh on the palate with well-integrated tannins and notes of cassis, liquorice and dark chocolate - an inviting wine.

NWF-Domaine Cheng Cheng, NWF-Yi Pu,  Ningxia, China, 2014 NWF-Domaine Cheng Cheng, NWF-Yi Pu,  Ningxia, China, 2014

NWF-Domaine Cheng Cheng, NWF-Yi Pu, Ningxia, China, 2014

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Intense toasted oak aromas mingle with blackberry and cassis notes. Powerful on the palate with forceful but ripe tannins and decent varietal character on a long finish.