2018 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze I

With 183 Medals and Seals of Approval, China marked its best performing year at this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) by doubling the number of awards won last year, and scoring a total of 8 Gold Medals.

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Wines

Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Blanc de Noir Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Blanc de Noir Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Blanc de Noir Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lemon meringue pie aromas mingle with a citrus and stone fruit palate on a charming peach finish.

Xinjiang Jiaheng Winery, Tianyu Winery Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015 Xinjiang Jiaheng Winery, Tianyu Winery Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015

Xinjiang Jiaheng Winery, Tianyu Winery Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Indian spices mingle with coffee aromas leading to a red fruit palate of cherry, clove and earthy minerality

Hansen, Helan Shan Donglu, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014 Hansen, Helan Shan Donglu, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

Hansen, Helan Shan Donglu, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cooked strawberry and bramble on the nose, the palate shows elegant red fruit, vanilla and earthy minerality.

Tonghua Winery, Late Harvest Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2016 Tonghua Winery, Late Harvest Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2016

Tonghua Winery, Late Harvest Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Burnt caramel and apricots on the nose, the palate displays peach, orange skin and spiced earth

Chandon, Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV Chandon, Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

Chandon, Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Strawberry and rose appear on the nose leading to a palate of raspberry and dried herbs.

Chateau Rongzi, Shanxi, China 2016 Chateau Rongzi, Shanxi, China 2016

Chateau Rongzi, Shanxi, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A hint of lemon peel and grass with a mineral palate showing lime and green apple.

Chandon, Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV Chandon, Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

Chandon, Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A traditional nose of toast, popcorn and stone fruit, the racy palate provides nectarine and fizzy lemon

Changjishi Julong Winery , Exotic Sunshine Cabernet Sauvignon, Changji, Xinjiang, China 2014 Changjishi Julong Winery , Exotic Sunshine Cabernet Sauvignon, Changji, Xinjiang, China 2014

Changjishi Julong Winery , Exotic Sunshine Cabernet Sauvignon, Changji, Xinjiang, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Wood dominates the nose alongside prune, the palate is rich with cherry, blackberry and dark plum.

Ningxia Dongfangyuxing, Ge Rui Hong, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Ningxia Dongfangyuxing, Ge Rui Hong, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Ningxia Dongfangyuxing, Ge Rui Hong, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe aromas of liquorice and blackberries lead to a baked plum and berry pie palate.

Greatwall, Cofco Desert D9 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV Greatwall, Cofco Desert D9 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

Greatwall, Cofco Desert D9 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A classic Cabernet nose of plum and spice, the palate is juicy with silky cassis and pepper.

Zhongfei Winery, Zunxiang Red Blend, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Zhongfei Winery, Zunxiang Red Blend, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Zhongfei Winery, Zunxiang Red Blend, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Capsicum and anchovies on the savoury nose, the palate is vegetal with wet leaf, mushroom and raspberry.

Bainian Manor, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ürümqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Bainian Manor, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ürümqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Bainian Manor, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ürümqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Strong aromas of clove and vanilla mingle with a fruit driven palate showing blueberry and blackberry with rich tannins.

Changyu Pioneer, Noble Dragon Reserve Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2015 Changyu Pioneer, Noble Dragon Reserve Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2015

Changyu Pioneer, Noble Dragon Reserve Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cinnamon and oak spice aromas with a fruity palate of blueberry, blackberry and chunky tannins.

Helan Mountain, Classic Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Helan Mountain, Classic Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Helan Mountain, Classic Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Clean green apple aromas with a whiff of vanilla, leading to smoky characters, toast and warm citrus flavours.

Tiansai, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016 Tiansai, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

Tiansai, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Seamless oak leads to fresh fruit with suggestions of gala melon, toast and a hint of minerality.

Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Ningxia, China 2015 Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Ningxia, China 2015

Chateau Changyu Moser XV, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Capsicum and black fruit on a rich palate of cassis, smoky oak and sandy tannins.

Citic Guoan, Niya Berries Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2015 Citic Guoan, Niya Berries Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2015

Citic Guoan, Niya Berries Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A touch vegetal on the nose with bell pepper and stem, the palate shows rounded fruits and earthy minerality

Greatwall, Huaxia Huaxia 1995, Changli, Hebei, China 2011 Greatwall, Huaxia Huaxia 1995, Changli, Hebei, China 2011

Greatwall, Huaxia Huaxia 1995, Changli, Hebei, China 2011

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Firm vanilla notes on the ripe blackberry nose, the palate is fresh with blueberry, cherry and plum.

Ho-Lan Soul, Premium Italian Riesling, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Ho-Lan Soul, Premium Italian Riesling, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Ho-Lan Soul, Premium Italian Riesling, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A touch of candy on the nose with a creamy palate showing stone fruit and a mineral finish.

Xinjiang Xiangdu Winery, Anthony Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016 Xinjiang Xiangdu Winery, Anthony Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

Xinjiang Xiangdu Winery, Anthony Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cassis aromas mingled with lights florals, the palate is attractive with dark fruit, oak and coffee.

Greatwall, Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon , Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Greatwall, Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon , Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Greatwall, Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon , Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Dark coffee and spice on the nose, the palate displays oak smoke, fruit compote and savoury richness.

Château Martin, Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China 2016 Château Martin, Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China 2016

Château Martin, Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Dairy aromas mingled with a suggestion of earth, the palate displays white pepper, tropical fruits and oak characters.

Chateau Changyu Icewine, Golden Valley Chateau Changyu Icewine, Golden Valley

Chateau Changyu Icewine, Golden Valley "Gold" Label Vidal, Liaoning, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Apricots and mangoes appear on the honeyed nose leading to a clean palate of compote and marmalade.

Hansen, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Hansen, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Hansen, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe cassis aromas lead to a palate showing toasted coconut, subtle spice and rounded red fruits.

Xinjiang Silk Road, Special Selection Cabernet Gernischt, Xinjiang, China 2015 Xinjiang Silk Road, Special Selection Cabernet Gernischt, Xinjiang, China 2015

Xinjiang Silk Road, Special Selection Cabernet Gernischt, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Savoury notes of baked fruit cake and spiced oak, the palate shows prune and dried herb.

Xinjiang Silk Road, Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015 Xinjiang Silk Road, Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015

Xinjiang Silk Road, Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cassis and prune aromas with hints of cedar, the palate is reminiscent of sweet potatoes, coffee and chocolate.

Tonghua Winery, Yasay Ice Wine, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2016 Tonghua Winery, Yasay Ice Wine, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2016

Tonghua Winery, Yasay Ice Wine, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Chamomile aromas and hints of dried fruit, the palate shows caramel, candy floss and a touch of oak

Ningxia Helan Shan Gesenna Winery, The Silk Road Chasing Dreams Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Ningxia Helan Shan Gesenna Winery, The Silk Road Chasing Dreams Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Ningxia Helan Shan Gesenna Winery, The Silk Road Chasing Dreams Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A medicinal nose with hints of red fruit, the palate shows sturdy tannins after red fruit and sweet spice.

Chateau Mihope, Limited Release, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Chateau Mihope, Limited Release, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Chateau Mihope, Limited Release, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A berry dominant nose leads to a smoky palate showing oak, liquorice and sweet spices.

Hansen, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Hansen, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Hansen, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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An airy nose of red fruits and wood, leading to a balanced palate of sweet fruit, chocolate and capsicum.

QH Source, Songdili Cabernet Sauvignon, Minhe, Qinghai, China 2016 QH Source, Songdili Cabernet Sauvignon, Minhe, Qinghai, China 2016

QH Source, Songdili Cabernet Sauvignon, Minhe, Qinghai, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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An attractive nose of dark fruits and plum, the palate shows clean blackcurrant and crisp tannins.

Xinjiang Tangting Xialu Winery, Beiting Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2014 Xinjiang Tangting Xialu Winery, Beiting Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2014

Xinjiang Tangting Xialu Winery, Beiting Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A classic nose of wood, herb and clove leading to a tight palate of blackcurrant, vanilla and sweet spice.

Ningxia Helanshan Manor , Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014 Ningxia Helanshan Manor , Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

Ningxia Helanshan Manor , Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A resinous nose mingled with toast and dried spice, the palate is ripe with cassis and chocolate.

XiXiaKing, Ambassador Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 XiXiaKing, Ambassador Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

XiXiaKing, Ambassador Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A green nose with herbaceous notes, the palate shows ripe fig, prune and vanilla characters.

Chateau Rongzi, Black Label, Shanxi, China 2015 Chateau Rongzi, Black Label, Shanxi, China 2015

Chateau Rongzi, Black Label, Shanxi, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Leafy hints and compote aromas, the palate is fruit driven with raspberry and cooking spice.

Hansen, Yellow River Coteaux, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014 Hansen, Yellow River Coteaux, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

Hansen, Yellow River Coteaux, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Slight tar notes and coffee aromas, the palate is elegant with raspberry, clove and earthy minerality.

Chateau Junding, Santa Grace, Penglai, Shandong, China 2014 Chateau Junding, Santa Grace, Penglai, Shandong, China 2014

Chateau Junding, Santa Grace, Penglai, Shandong, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A touch of mint and ripe mulberries, the chewy palate shows black cherries and toasted oak tannins.

Chateau Rongzi, Red Label, Shanxi, China 2015 Chateau Rongzi, Red Label, Shanxi, China 2015

Chateau Rongzi, Red Label, Shanxi, China 2015

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Floral aromas with a Marselan funk, the palate is crunchy with blueberry and ripe tannins.

Chateau Rongzi, Blue Label, Shanxi, China 2014 Chateau Rongzi, Blue Label, Shanxi, China 2014

Chateau Rongzi, Blue Label, Shanxi, China 2014

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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A lifted herbal nose showing wood and pepper, leading to a raspberry, spice and vanilla palate.

Xinjiang Sandyland, 3-Year Cabernet Sauvignon, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2016 Xinjiang Sandyland, 3-Year Cabernet Sauvignon, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2016

Xinjiang Sandyland, 3-Year Cabernet Sauvignon, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cherry and baked plum on the nose, the palate is viscous and concentrated with raspberry, vanilla and clove.