2022 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze II

In the 2022 Decanter World Wine Awards, China has seen a large increase in medal wins compared to last year, rising from 156 medals in 2021 to 234 in 2022, 17 Gold and 64 Silver Medals, which serves to showcase the quality of wine being produced across the country.

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2022 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Gold

2022 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver

2022 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze I

2022 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze III

Wines

Woerfeng Estate, Family Legend Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Woerfeng Estate, Family Legend Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Woerfeng Estate, Family Legend Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

86
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Bronze
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Toasty nose of coffee and smoky baked dark plums and cherries. Warm and spicy, powerful.

Yadinghong Winery, Shengjieyading Cabernet Sauvignon, Ganzi, Sichuan, China 2020 Yadinghong Winery, Shengjieyading Cabernet Sauvignon, Ganzi, Sichuan, China 2020

Yadinghong Winery, Shengjieyading Cabernet Sauvignon, Ganzi, Sichuan, China 2020

86
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Peppery nose with notes of capsicum, mint and black fruit jam. Warm and bold, big in style.

Nanshan Manor, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019 Nanshan Manor, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

Nanshan Manor, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

86
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Fleshy plums aromas with notes of dark chocolate and green bell pepper. Firm, assertive tannins.

Cofco Greatwall Penglai, Greatwall Coastal Rosé Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019 Cofco Greatwall Penglai, Greatwall Coastal Rosé Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019

Cofco Greatwall Penglai, Greatwall Coastal Rosé Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019

86
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Cherry fruit aromas with notes of peppery spices and graphite. Very fruity and easy drinking.

Giardino Estate, Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021 Giardino Estate, Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

Giardino Estate, Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

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Lactic nose with scents of lemon and melon. Delicate fruit in the mouth, fresh finish.

Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

86
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Elegant aromas of black pepper, cedar, tobacco and black currants. Assertive tannins and warm on the finish.

Shangri-La Winery, Altiwine 1800 Plateau, , Yunnan, China 2018 Shangri-La Winery, Altiwine 1800 Plateau, , Yunnan, China 2018

Shangri-La Winery, Altiwine 1800 Plateau, , Yunnan, China 2018

86
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Youthful nose of backed black fruits with touches of toasty oak. Full body with chewy tannins.

Shidai Wine, Killer Whale, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019 Shidai Wine, Killer Whale, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

Shidai Wine, Killer Whale, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

86
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Deep dark fruit juice aromas with plenty of oak spice. Mouth filling on the palate.

Chateau Changyu Tinlot, , Yantai, Shandong, China 2016 Chateau Changyu Tinlot, , Yantai, Shandong, China 2016

Chateau Changyu Tinlot, , Yantai, Shandong, China 2016

86
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Youthful nose of black currant, black cherry and eucalyptus. Rich, concentrated, with a lingering aftertaste.

Bodega Longus, Super, Changli, Hebei, China 2019 Bodega Longus, Super, Changli, Hebei, China 2019

Bodega Longus, Super, Changli, Hebei, China 2019

86
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Fresh cassis, cherries and raspberry on the nose with touches of meat and mint. Creamy and concentrated.

Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020 Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

86
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Ripe tensioned fruit on the nose. Showing a lot of freshness on the palate, vibrant and light.

Silver Heights, The Last Warrior Chardonnay-Riesling, , Ningxia, China 2020 Silver Heights, The Last Warrior Chardonnay-Riesling, , Ningxia, China 2020

Silver Heights, The Last Warrior Chardonnay-Riesling, , Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

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Zesty nose with slight lactic notes. Dry and fresh, crisp and focused, with a toasty aftertaste.

Guangdong Jiangxin Wine, Lingge Art Beibinghong Icewine, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2021 Guangdong Jiangxin Wine, Lingge Art Beibinghong Icewine, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2021

Guangdong Jiangxin Wine, Lingge Art Beibinghong Icewine, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2021

86
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Herbal nose showing ripe aromas of sweet plums and raisins. Luscious with a crisp acidity.

Hongyi Defeng Wine, Daiyan Cellars, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Hongyi Defeng Wine, Daiyan Cellars, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Hongyi Defeng Wine, Daiyan Cellars, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Minty cassis aromas with notes of very ripe Morello cherries. Warm, with lovely rounded tannins.

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
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Polished nose of ripe blueberry, cassis with smoky and toasty notes. Ambitious and slightly warm.

Xiangdu Winery, Syrah, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2018 Xiangdu Winery, Syrah, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2018

Xiangdu Winery, Syrah, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

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Earthy nose with meat and game notes and hints of smoke. Rich and plummy on the palate.

Weightstone, Musann Blanc, , , China 2020 Weightstone, Musann Blanc, , , China 2020

Weightstone, Musann Blanc, , , China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

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Peachy aromas with floral undertones and touches of herbal tea. Light on the palate, quite fresh.

Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Hongfangyin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Hongfangyin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Hongfangyin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Very ripe aromas of juicy black currant and jam. Round on the palate with well-resolved tannins.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia Wine, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Pernod Ricard Ningxia Wine, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Pernod Ricard Ningxia Wine, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Savoury fruit on the nose with touches of pine, liquorice and tobacco leaf. Assertive tannins.

United Winery, King's Vino M12 Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 United Winery, King's Vino M12 Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

United Winery, King's Vino M12 Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Earthy nose showing scents of black currants and sweet black cherries. Plenty of grainy tannins.

Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020 Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

86
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Creamy aromas of peach yogurt, vanilla and fresh butter. Lovely texture, rich, fresh and elegant.

Chateau Nine Peaks, Collection Cabernet Franc, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019 Chateau Nine Peaks, Collection Cabernet Franc, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019

Chateau Nine Peaks, Collection Cabernet Franc, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Savoury and herbal on the nose, with dark berry notes and some spices. Structured and elegant.

Château Bolongbao, Organic Prestige, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2018 Château Bolongbao, Organic Prestige, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2018

Château Bolongbao, Organic Prestige, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2018

86
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Gentle aromas of cherry and plums with hints of violets. Medium body, nervy and refreshing.

Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends, , Yunnan, China 2016 Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends, , Yunnan, China 2016

Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends, , Yunnan, China 2016

86
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Oak-driven with an attractive vanilla character and scents of cherries and black currants. Rich and warm palate.

Domaine Pushang, Chunhua, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Domaine Pushang, Chunhua, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Domaine Pushang, Chunhua, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Fruit drive nose of cassis, cranberry and mint with hints of herbs. Powerful palate, well-integrated tannins.

Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Bangrong Zhuangyuan Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Bangrong Zhuangyuan Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Bangrong Zhuangyuan Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
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The nose shows violets, cassis, red berries, vanilla and hints of herbs. Round and silky, showing poise.

Liangzhou Wine, Han Yun Selected Pinot Noir, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2019 Liangzhou Wine, Han Yun Selected Pinot Noir, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2019

Liangzhou Wine, Han Yun Selected Pinot Noir, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2019

86
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Minty nose showing notes of ripe strawberries, cloves and flowers. Well-resolved gentle tannins in the mouth.

China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019 China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

86
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Toasty nose with notes of stewed black fruit and coconut nuances. Fruit driven, with a long finish.

China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Marselan Blend, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019 China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Marselan Blend, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Marselan Blend, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Floral nose with notes of cocoa and cassis. Fresh and medium-bodied, with oaky flavours. Sweet finish.

Citic Guoan Wine, Niya Legend Cabernet Sauvignon, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2018 Citic Guoan Wine, Niya Legend Cabernet Sauvignon, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2018

Citic Guoan Wine, Niya Legend Cabernet Sauvignon, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

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Interesting nose of cassis, raspberry, sage, cloves and vanilla. Warm and bold, with tightly packed tannins.

Amethyst Manor, Dan Bian Syrah, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019 Amethyst Manor, Dan Bian Syrah, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

Amethyst Manor, Dan Bian Syrah, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

87
DWWA Bronze

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Straightforward nose of dark plums, black pepper and blackberries. Fresh and dry on the palate.

Jiangyu Yantai Wine, Fermented Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020 Jiangyu Yantai Wine, Fermented Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020

Jiangyu Yantai Wine, Fermented Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020

87
DWWA Bronze

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Buttery and oaky nose, with ripe tropical fruit aromas. Lovely acidity, well-textured on the palate.

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Aged Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2018 Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Aged Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2018

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Aged Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2018

87
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Earthy aromas of Autumn leaves, black fruits and sweet spices. Medium-bodied palate, with crisp tannins.

Mingxia Wine, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Mingxia Wine, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Mingxia Wine, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

87
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Bronze
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Chocolatey nose of coffee, black cherry and raspberry with hints of leafs. Harmonious and serious palate.

Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Fruit-drive nose with touches of smoke, oak and leather. Assertive tannins in the mouth, oaky.

Chateau Changyu Castel, Premium Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2018 Chateau Changyu Castel, Premium Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2018

Chateau Changyu Castel, Premium Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2018

87
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Bronze
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Juicy cassis with black pepper and licorice spice. Firm tannins on the palate, with a minty finish.

Domaine Chandon, Xi, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV Domaine Chandon, Xi, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

Domaine Chandon, Xi, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China NV

87
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Sparkling Ribena juice mixed with concentrated blackcurrant jam aromas. Pleasant, juicy and quite easy to drink.

Chateau Miqin, Grand Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Miqin, Grand Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Miqin, Grand Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

87
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Powerful nose showing dark chocolatey fruit aromas, liquorice, pine and mint. Firm tannins, juicy and long.

Lilan Winery, Helan Stone Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Lilan Winery, Helan Stone Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Lilan Winery, Helan Stone Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

87
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Expressive aromas of almond, sour cherry, vanilla, dark chocolate and cranberry. Ripe and ambitious, velvety texture.

Lige Yuanshan Wine, Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Lige Yuanshan Wine, Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Lige Yuanshan Wine, Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
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Bronze
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Expressive aromas of kirsch, spicy oak, smoke and cassis. Toasty palate with firm yet ripe tannins.

Redelion, No.1 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Redelion, No.1 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Redelion, No.1 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
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Meaty nose with scents of peppery black fruits. Smoky palate, fresh and lively with a lovely texture.

Chateau Nine Peaks, Collection Cabernet Gernischt, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019 Chateau Nine Peaks, Collection Cabernet Gernischt, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019

Chateau Nine Peaks, Collection Cabernet Gernischt, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019

87
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Creamy aromas of vanilla, baked and stewed plums with figs and prunes. Dry, withs savoury palate.

Xige Estate, Jade Dove Rosé, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Xige Estate, Jade Dove Rosé, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Xige Estate, Jade Dove Rosé, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
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Interesting aromas of tangy red currants, crunchy red berries and cedary tones. Intense, with a bright acidity.

Shengtaofei Wines, Equilux Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Shengtaofei Wines, Equilux Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Shengtaofei Wines, Equilux Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
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Bronze
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Generous nose, showing blackberry jam, black plums and cassis notes. Warm and unctuous, powerful and intense.

China Greatwall Wine, Five Star Old Edition Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019 China Greatwall Wine, Five Star Old Edition Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

China Greatwall Wine, Five Star Old Edition Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

87
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Bronze
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Smoky nose of tobacco, meat, black currant, coffee and chocolate. Warm, with assertive well-structured tannins.

Beilu, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Beilu, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Beilu, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
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Savoury nose showing aromas of dark berries and forest floor. Very rounded and smooth texture.

Domaine Franco Chinois, Petit Manseng, Huailai, Hebei, China 2017 Domaine Franco Chinois, Petit Manseng, Huailai, Hebei, China 2017

Domaine Franco Chinois, Petit Manseng, Huailai, Hebei, China 2017

87
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Complex aromas of saffron, marmalade and candied orange peel. Rich and honeyed on the palate.

Taila Winery, Grand Maitre Cuvée Spéciale, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021 Taila Winery, Grand Maitre Cuvée Spéciale, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021

Taila Winery, Grand Maitre Cuvée Spéciale, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021

87
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Restrained aromatic profile, with touches of pineapple, citrus and vanilla. A bit of spritz on the palate.

Woerfeng Estate, Lanshantu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Woerfeng Estate, Lanshantu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Woerfeng Estate, Lanshantu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

87
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Focused nose of blackberry, menthol and plenty of oak spice. Fresh and playful, with well-integrated tannins.

Grace Vineyard, Tasya’s Reserve Merlot, , Ningxia, China 2019 Grace Vineyard, Tasya’s Reserve Merlot, , Ningxia, China 2019

Grace Vineyard, Tasya’s Reserve Merlot, , Ningxia, China 2019

87
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Peppery nose of raspberry, cherry, clove and cinnamon. Powerful yet well-integrated tannins. Long minty aftertaste.

Giardino Estate, Welschriesling, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021 Giardino Estate, Welschriesling, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

Giardino Estate, Welschriesling, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

87
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Honeyed nose of ripe apples, candied pears and tinned peaches. Sweet, supported by a lively acidity.