2022 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze III

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 II

Wines

Changyu, S90 Syrah, Yantai, Shandong, China 2020 Changyu, S90 Syrah, Yantai, Shandong, China 2020

Changyu, S90 Syrah, Yantai, Shandong, China 2020

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Restrained nose showing a touch of mint, blackberries and pencil shavings. Savoury mid-palate with a touch of pepper.

A Luo Ha, A Luo Ha Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 A Luo Ha, A Luo Ha Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

A Luo Ha, A Luo Ha Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Intense aromas of forest fruit, smoke and spices with vegetal notes. Round and fresh, with soft tannins.

Liangzhou Wine, Han Yun Selected Meritage, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2019 Liangzhou Wine, Han Yun Selected Meritage, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2019

Liangzhou Wine, Han Yun Selected Meritage, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2019

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Brambly nose with touches of liquorice over baked dark fruit aromas. Fresh and mild on the palate.

Chateau Chanson, Music Score Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Chateau Chanson, Music Score Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Chateau Chanson, Music Score Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

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Aromatic notes of dried herbs, black fruits jam, violets and hints of black pepper. Well-concentrated palate.

Sweet Dew Vineyard, Limited Edition Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Sweet Dew Vineyard, Limited Edition Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Sweet Dew Vineyard, Limited Edition Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Lifted aromatics, spicy and peppery, cured meat, plums and chocolate notes. Powerful and bold palate.

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

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

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Savoury medium rare steak with bloody notes and black pepper framed by dark fruits. Juicy and deep.

Cofco Greatwall Penglai, Greatwall Five Star Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020 Cofco Greatwall Penglai, Greatwall Five Star Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020

Cofco Greatwall Penglai, Greatwall Five Star Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020

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Rich and oaky, butterscotch, vanilla, citrus and tropical fruit aromas. Full-bodied, rich and powerful, very spicy.

China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019 China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

China Greatwall Wine, Greatwall Connoisseurs Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

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Spicy aromas supported by black cherry, blackberry and coffee notes. Powerful and concentrated, lovely structure.

Fujian Carobeau Chateau Investment, Carobeau Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Fujian Carobeau Chateau Investment, Carobeau Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Fujian Carobeau Chateau Investment, Carobeau Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Spicy nose of cloves and cinnamon, with lovely tobacco and leather. Crisp on the palate.

Taila Winery, Chateau 007, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021 Taila Winery, Chateau 007, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021

Taila Winery, Chateau 007, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021

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Nectarines and orange peel aromas with hints of floral notes. Fruity, with a creamy mouthfeel.

Chateau Chanson, Music Score Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Chateau Chanson, Music Score Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Chateau Chanson, Music Score Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

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Black fruit compote, figs and prunes refreshed by a minty tone in the nose. Slightly grainy tannins.

Chateau Lion, Chateau Lion Prince, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019 Chateau Lion, Chateau Lion Prince, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019

Chateau Lion, Chateau Lion Prince, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019

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Aromatic nose of violets, raspberry and sweet oak notes. Vibrant on the palate, fruity and intense.

Xige Estate, N50, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Xige Estate, N50, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Xige Estate, N50, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Inky nose, with aromas of nutmeg red and blue fruit and hints of sappy notes. Supple tannins.

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

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Sweet vanilla oak on the nose with freshly picked black and red currants. Quite well-managed tannins.

Domaine Charme, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Domaine Charme, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Domaine Charme, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Fruit-forwards nose of ripe black fruits. Thick and opulent texture, framed by very assertive mouth-coating tannins.

Yuanrun Winery, One Eye Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Yuanrun Winery, One Eye Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Yuanrun Winery, One Eye Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Copious notes of blackberry confiture, violets, mint and sweet spices. Muscular and smoky in the mouth.

Zhongfei Winery, Barrel Aged Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020 Zhongfei Winery, Barrel Aged Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

Zhongfei Winery, Barrel Aged Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

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Brambly scents with notes of smoke and blackberry jam. Rich and powerful, creamy, with sweet tannins.

Grace Vineyard, Tasya’s Reserve Cabernet Franc, , Ningxia, China 2018 Grace Vineyard, Tasya’s Reserve Cabernet Franc, , Ningxia, China 2018

Grace Vineyard, Tasya’s Reserve Cabernet Franc, , Ningxia, China 2018

86
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Very savoury aromas with notes of cedar, pine and red forest fruit. Elegant and smooth texture.

Cofco Greatwall Ningxia, Greatwall Chateau Terroir 3556 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Cofco Greatwall Ningxia, Greatwall Chateau Terroir 3556 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Cofco Greatwall Ningxia, Greatwall Chateau Terroir 3556 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

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Balsamic aromas with notes of coffee, vanilla, stewed plums and baked cherries. It shows a creamy mouthfeel.

Chateau Lion, Xing Series Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020 Chateau Lion, Xing Series Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

Chateau Lion, Xing Series Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

86
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Savoury nose, with mellow cassis, black plums and leather aromas, and touches of smoke. Rich and fresh.

Laderey Winery, Treasure Reserva, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Laderey Winery, Treasure Reserva, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Laderey Winery, Treasure Reserva, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Intense nose of cedar, cloves and liquorice with savoury and smoky hints. Assertive yet well-integrated tannins.

Gansu Zhangye Guofeng, Max Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangye, Gansu, China 2018 Gansu Zhangye Guofeng, Max Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangye, Gansu, China 2018

Gansu Zhangye Guofeng, Max Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangye, Gansu, China 2018

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Fairly savoury nose with notes of black currant, liquorice and leather. Juicy and attractive mid-palate.

Hezun Winery, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Hezun Winery, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Hezun Winery, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

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Spicy aromas of vanilla, cedary oak and ripe black fruits. Full-bodied and muscular on the palate.

Chateau Nine Peaks, Qi, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019 Chateau Nine Peaks, Qi, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019

Chateau Nine Peaks, Qi, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2019

86
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Cedary aromas with notes of violets and black fruits. Intense oak-driven palate with firm tannins.

Chateau Dryad, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014 Chateau Dryad, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

Chateau Dryad, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

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Lovely bright fruits on the nose, blueberries, eucalyptus and crushed stones. Vibrant and fresh mouthfeel.

Bodega Longus, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2020 Bodega Longus, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2020

Bodega Longus, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2020

86
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Leathery nose, showing black currant and mulberry aromas with smoky and spicy notes. Ripe and juicy.

Bodega Longus, Honor Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2019 Bodega Longus, Honor Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2019

Bodega Longus, Honor Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2019

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Pronounced aromas of plums and cherry juicy, with earthy undertones. Medium-bodied, fresh, with rich tannins.

Lansai Winery, Mo Ran Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Lansai Winery, Mo Ran Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Lansai Winery, Mo Ran Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
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Savory style with smoked charcuterie and dense brambles. Lovely minty freshness with rounded but firm tannins.

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yeguangbei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yeguangbei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yeguangbei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

86
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Explosion of cassis fruit aromas with lashings of vanilla and cream. Fine but structured tannins.

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Xiaozi, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Xiaozi, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Xiaozi, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
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Quite intense aromas of juicy blueberries and dark fruits, with violet and minty hints. Ripe and soft tannins.

Hanxiang Liquor, Nabaifu Mr Duan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Hanxiang Liquor, Nabaifu Mr Duan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Hanxiang Liquor, Nabaifu Mr Duan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

86
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Very oaky nose of sweet spices, vanilla and coconut. Fruit driven on the palate, ripe and smooth.

Petit Mont, Petit Mont Dunkelfelder, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Petit Mont, Petit Mont Dunkelfelder, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Petit Mont, Petit Mont Dunkelfelder, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Ripe dark cherry, black currant, meat and oaky notes on the nose. Fresh, with fine-grained tannins.

Treasure Soil Winery, Baoto Manor, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Treasure Soil Winery, Baoto Manor, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Treasure Soil Winery, Baoto Manor, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
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Juicy nose of black currant with notes of leaves and pine bark. Firm and grainy texture.

Li's Winery, Family Resreve Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Li's Winery, Family Resreve Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Li's Winery, Family Resreve Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Intense aromas of dark chocolate, mint and pepper. Full-bodied, intense and very concentrated. Lingering fruity finish.

Chateau State Guest, Shengtang Reserva, Penglai, Shandong, China 2018 Chateau State Guest, Shengtang Reserva, Penglai, Shandong, China 2018

Chateau State Guest, Shengtang Reserva, Penglai, Shandong, China 2018

86
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Elegant style, with a minty herbal note over toasty and smoky aromas. Marked tannins, firm structure.

Rui Tai Qing Lin Wine, Guofei Guose Riesling, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2021 Rui Tai Qing Lin Wine, Guofei Guose Riesling, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2021

Rui Tai Qing Lin Wine, Guofei Guose Riesling, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2021

86
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Straightforward nose of green apple, pear and floral touches. Quite sweet, supported by a sharp acidity.

Chateau Tigerose, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Tigerose, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Tigerose, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Very ripe cassis aromas with notes of tobacco, toffee and cedar. Elegant palate with firm integrated tannins.

Mingxia Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Mingxia Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Mingxia Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

86
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Cedary nose with smoky plums, liquorice and black pepper aromas. It is fleshy in the mouth.

Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, T20 Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020 Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, T20 Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

Xinjiang Tiansai Vineyards, T20 Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

86
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Rich aromas of vanilla, apple and orchard fruits. Rich, oaky and full-bodied on the palate.

Lilan Winery, Lancui Grand Cru, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Lilan Winery, Lancui Grand Cru, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Lilan Winery, Lancui Grand Cru, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
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Intense aromas of pungent spices, green bell pepper, black cherries and dark plums. Lovely texture and firm tannins.

Taila Winery, Grand Maitre Chardonnay, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021 Taila Winery, Grand Maitre Chardonnay, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021

Taila Winery, Grand Maitre Chardonnay, Weihai, Shandong, China 2021

86
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Tropical nose of rock melons, pears and stone fruit. Medium body, showing freshness. Long finish.

Li's Winery, Family Reserve Cabernat Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Li's Winery, Family Reserve Cabernat Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Li's Winery, Family Reserve Cabernat Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Plummy nose with dark cherry aromas and fine spices touches. Silky tannins, with a fruity firm finish.

Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X7, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2018 Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X7, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2018

Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X7, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2018

86
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Classic nose of violets, black fruits and light vegetal notes. Medium-bodied with firm tannins, quite savoury.

Chateau Lion, Jia Series Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020 Chateau Lion, Jia Series Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

Chateau Lion, Jia Series Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

86
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Rich cassis aromas with notes of dried figs. Warm and full-bodied, supported by well-textured tannins.

Yadinghong Winery, Bamu Cabernet Sauvignon, Ganzi, Sichuan, China 2019 Yadinghong Winery, Bamu Cabernet Sauvignon, Ganzi, Sichuan, China 2019

Yadinghong Winery, Bamu Cabernet Sauvignon, Ganzi, Sichuan, China 2019

86
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Expressive nose, displaying blackberry fruits, capsicum and toasty notes. Very tight tannins on the palate.

Chateau Changyu Afip, A8 Chardonnay, Miyun, Beijing, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Afip, A8 Chardonnay, Miyun, Beijing, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Afip, A8 Chardonnay, Miyun, Beijing, China 2019

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The nose is very buttery and oak drive with herbaceous hints. Dry, full-bodied and very concentrated.

Weightstone, Blanc De Blancs Extra Brut, , , China 2018 Weightstone, Blanc De Blancs Extra Brut, , , China 2018

Weightstone, Blanc De Blancs Extra Brut, , , China 2018

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Restrained aromas of orange peel with a flora touch. Bone dry and fresh on the mid-palate.

Chateau Huahao, Owner Collection Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Huahao, Owner Collection Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Huahao, Owner Collection Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Lovely perfume of black fruits and marked sweet spices on the nose. Concentrated, with smooth tannins.

Ho-Lan Soul, Reserved Organic Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Ho-Lan Soul, Reserved Organic Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Ho-Lan Soul, Reserved Organic Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

86
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Dense aromas of toffee, milk chocolate and forest fruits. Elegant structure in the mouth, showing freshness.

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Aged Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2019 Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Aged Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2019

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Aged Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2019

86
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Liquorice and coffee beans on the nose. Rich and powerful, with a wealth of concentration.

Canaan Winery, Chapter and Verse Reserve Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018 Canaan Winery, Chapter and Verse Reserve Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

Canaan Winery, Chapter and Verse Reserve Chardonnay, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

86
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Tropical aromas with notes of toast, smoke, vanilla and nectarine. Creamy and bold, full-bodied and ripe.