2020 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze II

In the 2020 Decanter World Wine Awards, China continued to establish its reputation of producing quality-led, award-winning wines for the global market, and building on previous successes, it achieved 120 medals, including one Platinum, three Gold, 34 Silver and 82 Bronze.

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2020 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Platinum, Gold and Silver

2020 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze I

2020 DWWA: Commended Chinese wines

Wines

Chateau Ningjue, Beilu Cabernet Sauvignon , Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 Chateau Ningjue, Beilu Cabernet Sauvignon , Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

Chateau Ningjue, Beilu Cabernet Sauvignon , Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Wood and prune nose with some sweet cassis on the palate. A sound, honest mouthful with notes of sweet oak.

Chateau Jiahe, Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017 Chateau Jiahe, Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

Chateau Jiahe, Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

86
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Developed tar, plum, fig and sweet spice bouquet with well-handled oak and mature red fruit/light tobacco flavours. Drink now.

Zangdong Treasure Wine Company, Dameiyong Rose Honey, Mangkang, Tibet, China, 2018 Zangdong Treasure Wine Company, Dameiyong Rose Honey, Mangkang, Tibet, China, 2018

Zangdong Treasure Wine Company, Dameiyong Rose Honey, Mangkang, Tibet, China, 2018

86
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Floral, raisin, lavender, and herbal scents. Palate is similar with notes of prunes. A sweet wine with plenty of zip.

Glory Jade, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 Glory Jade, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

Glory Jade, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

86
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Raisin cake, prune, sour cherry and apple fruit nose, plus cooked fruit on the palate. Earthy finish. Needs food.

Silk Road Vineyards, Legend, Yili, Xinjiang, China, 2018 Silk Road Vineyards, Legend, Yili, Xinjiang, China, 2018

Silk Road Vineyards, Legend, Yili, Xinjiang, China, 2018

86
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Redcurrant, cedar, tobacco and menthol nose. The palate is simple and juicy with a lick of clove from the oak.

Chateau Chanson, Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Chateau Chanson, Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Chateau Chanson, Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

86
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Savoury, soft red fruit scents with a soupçon of smoke. Pleasant, light easy-drinking example with nice raspberry and beetroot flavours, plus soft tannins.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2016 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2016

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2016

86
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Prune and sweet cherry nose. The palate is ripe and plump with a good depth of flavour and quite well-integrated oak. Food please!

Tonghua, Yasay Oak Aged Ice Wine, Tonghua, Jilin, China, NV Tonghua, Yasay Oak Aged Ice Wine, Tonghua, Jilin, China, NV

Tonghua, Yasay Oak Aged Ice Wine, Tonghua, Jilin, China, NV

86
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Very well made in its style with chocolate, prune, clove, baked plum and cherry aromatics and flavours. An interesting wine.

Bainian Manor, 2299 Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China, 2017 Bainian Manor, 2299 Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China, 2017

Bainian Manor, 2299 Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China, 2017

86
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Ripe and rich; notes of cassis, mocha and plum jam. Lots of tannic grip. One for food.

Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2015 Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2015

Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2015

86
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This shows some development with appealing secondary notes of leather and green capsicum. One for the dinner table.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018

86
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A fruit-driven wine with good oak integration and an appealing balance of ripe fruit and zesty acidity. Quite refreshing with a gently smoky finish.

Martin Vineyard, Grand Cru 319, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China, NV Martin Vineyard, Grand Cru 319, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China, NV

Martin Vineyard, Grand Cru 319, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China, NV

86
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Complex and appealing dark spice, ripe black fruit and cedary aromatics. Tight and grippy palate with abundant new oak. Decent cellaring potential.

Shandong Taila Winery, Gilles Pauquet Chardonnay, Weihai, Shandong, China, 2018 Shandong Taila Winery, Gilles Pauquet Chardonnay, Weihai, Shandong, China, 2018

Shandong Taila Winery, Gilles Pauquet Chardonnay, Weihai, Shandong, China, 2018

86
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Toasty and peachy nose with touches of herbs, vanilla and butter. The palate is rich and slightly smoky. Decent, oaky finish.

Greatwall, Celler Chardonnay, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China, NV Greatwall, Celler Chardonnay, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China, NV

Greatwall, Celler Chardonnay, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China, NV

86
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An accessible wine with ample commercial appeal, this pretty wine has a stone fruit nose with hints of lemon and lime. An easy-drinking style to enjoy now.

United Winery, Tuan Meng N4 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 United Winery, Tuan Meng N4 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

United Winery, Tuan Meng N4 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

86
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Fruit-driven and straightforward with fine-grained tannins and notes of ripe blackcurrant, plus a touch of tobacco.

Guanlan Vineyard, Cuvée Faucon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Guanlan Vineyard, Cuvée Faucon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Guanlan Vineyard, Cuvée Faucon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

86
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Plum and cherry scents are followed by a savoury palate with lots of polished texture beneath. Quite elegant. Time to drink up.

Chateau Miqin, Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 Chateau Miqin, Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

Chateau Miqin, Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

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Intense cassis, raspberry and blueberry nose with chalky tannins and hints of ripe plum and blackberry in the mouth. Decent effort.

Chateau Miqin, Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Chateau Miqin, Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Chateau Miqin, Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

86
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Restrained violet, redcurrant and black fruit nose and palate with a plush touch of vanilla oak. Food please.

Chateau Changyu Castel , G2 Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China, 2017 Chateau Changyu Castel , G2 Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China, 2017

Chateau Changyu Castel , G2 Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China, 2017

86
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Pleasing crunchy red fruit nose with nuances of leather and new oak. The palate is concentrated and grippy in structure; one for food.

Roland Margo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Roland Margo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Roland Margo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

86
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A polished and suave example with attractive black and red fruit aromas, plus notes of coconut and vanilla on the palate.

Greatwall, Cabernet Sauvignon-Dornfelder, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Greatwall, Cabernet Sauvignon-Dornfelder, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Greatwall, Cabernet Sauvignon-Dornfelder, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

86
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Attractive plum and cherry nose. Juicy blackberry and nuances of liquorice and prune are underpinned by chalky tannins. Fair length, too.

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

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

86
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This is a savoury wine to drink sooner rather than later with notes of cassis, coffee and ginger on the nose and palate.

Chateau Hedong, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 Chateau Hedong, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

Chateau Hedong, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

86
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Reasonably polished and warming, with spicy, floral and oaky elements etched on an underlying bed of juicy red fruit.

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2015 Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2015

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2015

86
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Leafy, floral, minty aromas with blackberry and blueberry fruit. Dense on the palate with notes of cassis and spicy oak.

Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China, 2018 Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China, 2018

Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China, 2018

86
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Scents of sweet black fruits, tar and spice with minty touches and a note of cassis in the mouth. Long, grippy finish.

West Region Pearl, 1600 Sunny Paradise Cabernet Sauvignon, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China, 2017 West Region Pearl, 1600 Sunny Paradise Cabernet Sauvignon, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China, 2017

West Region Pearl, 1600 Sunny Paradise Cabernet Sauvignon, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China, 2017

87
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Cedar, tobacco, leather and spice evolution show on the nose. The palate is quite elegant with notes of chocolate and vanilla. Spicy finish.

Laderey Winery, Moon Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Laderey Winery, Moon Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Laderey Winery, Moon Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

87
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Succulent blackberry fruit, leather and cedar aromas. The palate has fine but grippy tannins and a rich cassis, leather and tobacco interior. Lingering, herbal finish.

Xige Estate, Jade Dove Single Vineyard Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Xige Estate, Jade Dove Single Vineyard Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Xige Estate, Jade Dove Single Vineyard Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

87
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Green pepper, raspberry and tobacco nose. The palate is fresh with a dark cassis fruit profile and smoky-herbal nuances. Not without complexity.

Violin, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Violin, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Violin, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

87
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Sweet cocoa and a hint of toast and earth on the nose; some attractive sweet plum fruit in the mouth. Fruity, crowd-pleasing style.

Greatwall, Longyan, Shacheng, Hebei, China, 2018 Greatwall, Longyan, Shacheng, Hebei, China, 2018

Greatwall, Longyan, Shacheng, Hebei, China, 2018

87
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Floral, grapey nose. The palate is broad, waxy and soft with light melon and lychee flavours, plus reasonable acidity.

Chateau Changyu AFIP Global, Superior Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshang, Beijing, China, 2015 Chateau Changyu AFIP Global, Superior Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshang, Beijing, China, 2015

Chateau Changyu AFIP Global, Superior Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshang, Beijing, China, 2015

87
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Evolved sour cherry, meaty and mild spice nose. The palate brings minty, dark cherry and sweet vanilla characters, plus ample acidity.

Puchang Vineyard , Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China, 2016 Puchang Vineyard , Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China, 2016

Puchang Vineyard , Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China, 2016

87
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Tobacco spice brings fragrance to the nose, red fruits, violets, cocoa and ripe cherry too. Oak dominates the fairly chunky palate. Spicy finish.

Chateau Huaxing, Magic Road, Changji, Xinjiang, China, 2017 Chateau Huaxing, Magic Road, Changji, Xinjiang, China, 2017

Chateau Huaxing, Magic Road, Changji, Xinjiang, China, 2017

87
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Clove, cinnamon and vanilla nose, then mature redcurrant flavours. The oak is quite well managed overall. Quite a big, showy example.

HengSheng XiXia King, Kaiyuan 1984 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 HengSheng XiXia King, Kaiyuan 1984 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

HengSheng XiXia King, Kaiyuan 1984 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

87
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Herbal, grassy and dark bramble fruit scents. Good concentration in the mouth with well-judged oak adding some spice. Incomplete but well presented.

Helan Qingxue, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Helan Qingxue, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Helan Qingxue, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

87
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This shows just a touch of development but retains quite a youthful character. Oak is well integrated and enhances the cedar/cigar box quality. Good potential.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018

87
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Restrained lemon and wet stone nose. The palate has a sweetness from the vanilla spice note that is well-balanced by lemony acidity.

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017 Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

87
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Floral, vanilla and honey scents unfurl onto a rich, lemony palate. Ripe and quite long.

Chateau Zhong Fei, Reserve Shiraz, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2016 Chateau Zhong Fei, Reserve Shiraz, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2016

Chateau Zhong Fei, Reserve Shiraz, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2016

87
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Beginning to show development with notes of potpourri and plum. The palate has a herbal and peppery element. Long, spicy finish.

XinJiang Rui Tai Qing Lin Wine, GuoFei TianXiang Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China, 2018 XinJiang Rui Tai Qing Lin Wine, GuoFei TianXiang Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China, 2018

XinJiang Rui Tai Qing Lin Wine, GuoFei TianXiang Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China, 2018

87
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Floral, plum and anise nose. The palate brings supple tannins, zesty acidity and lots of black stone fruit character.

Chateau Junding, Santa Grace Tianyue, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2016 Chateau Junding, Santa Grace Tianyue, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2016

Chateau Junding, Santa Grace Tianyue, Penglai, Shandong, China, 2016

87
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A vibrant, red-fruited nose yields to a tobacco-flecked palate. This is ageing well, long and well-proportioned. Food please.

Canaan Wine Estate, Shi Bai Pian Mastery Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017 Canaan Wine Estate, Shi Bai Pian Mastery Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

Canaan Wine Estate, Shi Bai Pian Mastery Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

87
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Seductive, complex bouquet of clove, anise, blackberry and violets. Vibrant and lively on the palate with notes of cassis and plum. Food friendly.

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017 Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

87
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Rich and brooding pepper, cassis and dark cherry fruit of satisfying density and purity, lengthened by grippy tannins and a smoky finish.

Helan Mountain, Premium Collection Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Helan Mountain, Premium Collection Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Helan Mountain, Premium Collection Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

87
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Pronounced lemon and stone fruit nose with notes of toast and cream on the palate, plus brisk, lemony acidity. Lots to like!

Greatwall, Coastal Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Penglai, Shandong, China, NV Greatwall, Coastal Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Penglai, Shandong, China, NV

Greatwall, Coastal Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Penglai, Shandong, China, NV

87
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Toasty, black fruit nose with a hint of dried thyme. Firm black fruits on the palate, melding cassis and blackberry; a refreshing but concentrated wine.

Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

87
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Inviting red cherry and cassis nose. Full-bodied palate with soft tannins, a touch of tomato leaf and a long finish. Drink now.

Chateau Changyu, Baron Balboa Family Merlot, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China, 2017 Chateau Changyu, Baron Balboa Family Merlot, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China, 2017

Chateau Changyu, Baron Balboa Family Merlot, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China, 2017

87
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Showing some development for its age with a plummy nose and a soft cedary palate. Drink sooner rather than later.

Ge Bang Legend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Ge Bang Legend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Ge Bang Legend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

87
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Shows a touch of tomato-leaf character alongside moderately ripe black fruits. The sweet vanilla-oak note is present but not overpowering.

Chateau Changyu Castel , G2 Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China, 2016 Chateau Changyu Castel , G2 Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China, 2016

Chateau Changyu Castel , G2 Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China, 2016

87
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Big, powerful nose and palate of plummy red fruits, cassis and spicy liquorice with a suggestion of pencil shaving. One for food.

Jade Vineyard, Fei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018 Jade Vineyard, Fei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

Jade Vineyard, Fei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2018

87
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Delicate nose of soft red fruits with hints of toasted almonds and blackcurrants on the palate. A grippy food style; drink soon.

Chateau Lanny, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Chateau Lanny, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Chateau Lanny, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

87
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Vibrant aromas of cassis, strawberry and leather; robust in the mouth with dusty tannins coated in a core of black fruit.

Tiansai Vineyards , T20 Syrah-Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018 Tiansai Vineyards , T20 Syrah-Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018

Tiansai Vineyards , T20 Syrah-Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China, 2018

87
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Juicy black cherry, floral and slightly smoky scents unfurl onto a spicy and oaky palate. Long, drying finish. One for food.

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017 Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2017

87
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Restrained floral and black fruit nose with underlying cedary oak, while the gently mineral palate imparts ripe blueberry and pencil shavings.

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2019 Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2019

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China, 2019

87
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Cherry, violet, liquorice and cassis scents, juicy and ripe on the palate; not very complex but very agreeable.

Martin Vineyard , Château Martin Marselan, Shacheng, Hebei, China, 2016 Martin Vineyard , Château Martin Marselan, Shacheng, Hebei, China, 2016

Martin Vineyard , Château Martin Marselan, Shacheng, Hebei, China, 2016

87
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Leather and sandalwood scents unfurl onto a ripe, dense and fruity palate. Long, spicy finish.

Glory Jade, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Glory Jade, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Glory Jade, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

88
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Coffee, grass and cherry nose. The palate mixes red berries and brambles with a sweet spice and mocha richness. Leafy finish.

Domaine Shapotou, Chateau Oak Cast, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016 Domaine Shapotou, Chateau Oak Cast, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

Domaine Shapotou, Chateau Oak Cast, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2016

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Earthy, sweet spice and mineral nose. A green streak runs through the palate, but there is fruit to carry it and reasonable texture. Lovely long finish.

Ningxia Woerfeng Winery    , Barrel Reserve Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017 Ningxia Woerfeng Winery    , Barrel Reserve Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

Ningxia Woerfeng Winery , Barrel Reserve Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China, 2017

88
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Lively herbaceous, smoky cassis and menthol nose. Similar palate, loaded with brambles and and herbs, plus a smoky and peppery capsicum bite. A grippy style.