2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze III

A total of 274 Chinese wines from 14 regions were awarded a medal, a 17% increase from last year, and following a continuous upward trend since 2020.

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2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Gold and Silver I (94 points and above)

2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver II (92-93 points)

2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver III (90-91 points)

2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze I (88-89 points)

2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze II (87 points)

Wines

Yunnan Red, Old Vine 25 Years Niagara, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China 2008 Yunnan Red, Old Vine 25 Years Niagara, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China 2008

Yunnan Red, Old Vine 25 Years Niagara, Yunnan Plateau, Yunnan, China 2008

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Candied fruit aromas of strawberry and fruits candy with notes of rosehip. Fragrant palate.

Weightstone, Musann Blanc, Taiwan, China 2021 Weightstone, Musann Blanc, Taiwan, China 2021

Weightstone, Musann Blanc, Taiwan, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Highly perfumed grapey nose with delicate aromas of peaches. Light and dry on the palate.

Weightstone, Akame Kabavane no.8, Taiwan, China 2022 Weightstone, Akame Kabavane no.8, Taiwan, China 2022

Weightstone, Akame Kabavane no.8, Taiwan, China 2022

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Perfumed nose of orange and pear blossom, watermelon and Turkish delight. Racy acidity on the palate.

Wantong Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2019 Wantong Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2019

Wantong Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Elegant fruit character, black fruit driven, showing minty cassis, cedar and tobacco. Attractive juicy palate.

Taila Winery, Chateau 007, Weihai, Shandong, China 2022 Taila Winery, Chateau 007, Weihai, Shandong, China 2022

Taila Winery, Chateau 007, Weihai, Shandong, China 2022

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Fresh lemon zest aromas on the nose. Attractive and easy to drink, crisp and long.

Silver Heights, Jiayuan Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Silver Heights, Jiayuan Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Silver Heights, Jiayuan Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Smoky nose with aromas of violet liqueur and juicy blueberries. Well resolved tannins, serious finish.

Shenchuan Red Winery, Steep Cabernet Sauvignon, Sichuan, China 2020 Shenchuan Red Winery, Steep Cabernet Sauvignon, Sichuan, China 2020

Shenchuan Red Winery, Steep Cabernet Sauvignon, Sichuan, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Distinctive aromas, some leafy notes with rich black fruit and spicy oak. Juicy on the palate.

Shacheng Winery, Original No. 1 Old Vine Longyan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2022 Shacheng Winery, Original No. 1 Old Vine Longyan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2022

Shacheng Winery, Original No. 1 Old Vine Longyan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2022

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Tropical aromas of guava, pineapple and lifted rose petal notes. Crisp acidity, slightly fizzy palate.

Shacheng Winery, Ancient Soil Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019 Shacheng Winery, Ancient Soil Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

Shacheng Winery, Ancient Soil Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Stewed black fruit, damson and sour cherries aromas on the nose. Spicy vanilla on the palate.

Roland Margo, Estate Collection, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Roland Margo, Estate Collection, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Roland Margo, Estate Collection, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Meaty and slight notes of biscuit aromas, with notes of brambly fruit and roasted coffee. Warm finish.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Big ripe nose with aromas of white peaches. Smooth on the palate, ripe and juicy.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lifted nose of juicy black fruits, sweet oak spices and hints of flowers. Peppery finish.

Mystic Island Winery, Yihu Reserve Petit Verdot, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021 Mystic Island Winery, Yihu Reserve Petit Verdot, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

Mystic Island Winery, Yihu Reserve Petit Verdot, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

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Peppery sour black fruit notes on the nose, mineral undertones. Intense and concentrated, juicy finish.

Longting Vineyard, Sea Breeze Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019 Longting Vineyard, Sea Breeze Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019

Longting Vineyard, Sea Breeze Chardonnay, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Aromas of fresh lemon peel, apricot skin and hints of pineapple. Fresh on the palate.

Longting Vineyard, Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Cross-Regional Blend, China 2017 Longting Vineyard, Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Cross-Regional Blend, China 2017

Longting Vineyard, Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Cross-Regional Blend, China 2017

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Quite distinctive character on the nose, with red fruit and spicy oak aromas. Firm tannins.

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

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

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Leafy nose with aromas of cassis and chocolatey undertones. Smooth and dense on the palate.

Impression Gobi Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Syrah, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2018 Impression Gobi Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Syrah, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2018

Impression Gobi Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Syrah, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Herbaceous nose with peppery notes and aromas of sweet spices. Powerful structured tannins on the palate.

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2017 Huaigu Manor, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2017

Huaigu Manor, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2017

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Very ripe, jammy dark cherry and blackcurrant aromas. Dry on the palate, with chocolatey tannins.

Huahao Winery, Family Collection Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Huahao Winery, Family Collection Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Huahao Winery, Family Collection Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Meaty nose with spicy aromas, touches of sweet vanilla and coconut over jammy fruit. Attractive palate.

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Helan Qingxue Vineyard, Jia Bei Lan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cocoa and cedar on top of dark bramble fruits, hint of savoury earthiness. Juicy, warm finish.

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

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

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Sherry-like aromas of caramel and nuttiness, with tarty cherry notes. Warm on the palate, figgy finish.

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

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

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Generous ripe cherry and strawberry fruit with citrusy notes. Weighty and rounded, with a candied finish.

Devo Vineyard, Yuemu MV01 Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Devo Vineyard, Yuemu MV01 Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Devo Vineyard, Yuemu MV01 Brut, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Fruity nose of mango, apricot and lemon. Easy to drink, with a long toasty finish.

Citic Guoan, Niya Reserve Chardonnay, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2021 Citic Guoan, Niya Reserve Chardonnay, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2021

Citic Guoan, Niya Reserve Chardonnay, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe aromas of canned peach and pear juice with hints of hazelnut. Very fresh on the palate.

Citic Guoan, Niya Legend Marselan, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2019 Citic Guoan, Niya Legend Marselan, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2019

Citic Guoan, Niya Legend Marselan, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Restrained nose with notes of vanilla, custard and apple. Ripe and soft, big on the palate.

China Greatwall, Five Star Grand Master Cabernet Sauvignon-Marselan-Syrah, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2021 China Greatwall, Five Star Grand Master Cabernet Sauvignon-Marselan-Syrah, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2021

China Greatwall, Five Star Grand Master Cabernet Sauvignon-Marselan-Syrah, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe dark berry fruit with polished pine and leathery hints. Peppery on the palate, long finish.

China Great Wall, Three Star Merlot, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019 China Great Wall, Three Star Merlot, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

China Great Wall, Three Star Merlot, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Very ripe fruits, sweet strawberry and bramble, some chocolate notes. Very ripe, with a nice texture.

Chateau State Guest, Shengtang Kaiyuan Cabernet Sauvignon, Penglai, Shandong, China 2013 Chateau State Guest, Shengtang Kaiyuan Cabernet Sauvignon, Penglai, Shandong, China 2013

Chateau State Guest, Shengtang Kaiyuan Cabernet Sauvignon, Penglai, Shandong, China 2013

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Leafy notes on the nose, with aromas of glossy oak and black fruits. Dry on the palate.

Chateau Mihope, Reserve Limited Edition, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Mihope, Reserve Limited Edition, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Mihope, Reserve Limited Edition, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Spicy, meaty, evolving nose with aromas of spicy cedar and black fruits. Minty palate, fresh.

Chateau Lion, Princess, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020 Chateau Lion, Princess, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

Chateau Lion, Princess, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Oaky nose with peach and apricot aromas and hints of stony minerality. Dry and chewy.

Chateau Lion, Jia Series Red Blend, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020 Chateau Lion, Jia Series Red Blend, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

Chateau Lion, Jia Series Red Blend, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Black fruit driven nose with strong peppery notes. Firm but well-resolved tannins on the palate.

Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2021 Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2021

Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Spicy black fruit nose. Dry on the palate. Well defined and rounded, soft structure and persistent finish.

Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2020 Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2020

Chateau Kings, Reserve Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Stewed black fruit aromas with spicy notes and a touch of flowers. Juicy palate, earthy finish.

Chateau Jinfulan, Sheng Wei Lan Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Chateau Jinfulan, Sheng Wei Lan Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Chateau Jinfulan, Sheng Wei Lan Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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The nose shows aromas of ripe blackberries and hints of oak. Powerful, with well-integrated tannins.

Chateau Gu Cheng Ren Jia, Xiafan Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Chateau Gu Cheng Ren Jia, Xiafan Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Chateau Gu Cheng Ren Jia, Xiafan Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ambitious nose of glossy new oak and syrupy black fruits. Plush and weighty on the palate.

Chateau Chanson, Music Score Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017 Chateau Chanson, Music Score Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

Chateau Chanson, Music Score Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2017

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Slightly savory fruit with loads of baking spices and hints of molasses. Firm chewy tannins.

Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X6, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X6, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X6, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Well-judged oak use on the nose, with crunchy fruit and leafy aromas. Quite pleasant on the palate.

Chateau Changyu Afip, A6 Cabernet Sauvignon, Miyun, Beijing, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Afip, A6 Cabernet Sauvignon, Miyun, Beijing, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Afip, A6 Cabernet Sauvignon, Miyun, Beijing, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Vibrant black fruit aromas with touches of sweet oak spice. Youthful and lively, chewy tannins.

Château Bolongbao, Reserve, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019 Château Bolongbao, Reserve, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019

Château Bolongbao, Reserve, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Subtle black fruits on nose with leathery and spices undertones. Dense on the palate, chewy.

Changyu, R158 Riesling, Yantai, Shandong, China 2021 Changyu, R158 Riesling, Yantai, Shandong, China 2021

Changyu, R158 Riesling, Yantai, Shandong, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Pleasant lemony nose, with apple and orchard blossom notes. Juicy and fresh palate, dry finish.

Carlen Winery, Xixun Kunlun Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2019 Carlen Winery, Xixun Kunlun Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2019

Carlen Winery, Xixun Kunlun Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Aromas of damson fruit with touches of sweet vanilla. Rich on the palate, with a smoky finish.

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Classic Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018 Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Classic Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Classic Merlot, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Some soft black fruit and truffle aromas with subtle spices. Well textured and rich. Chewy finish.

1865 Tibetan Secret, Qu Zi Ka, Tibet, China 2020 1865 Tibetan Secret, Qu Zi Ka, Tibet, China 2020

1865 Tibetan Secret, Qu Zi Ka, Tibet, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Candied red and black fruits with herbaceous scents on the nose. Powerful and textured, warm finish.