2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Gold and Silver I

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 - 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)

2023 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze III (86 points)

Wines

Xiban Winery, No. 1 Tempranillo, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Xiban Winery, No. 1 Tempranillo, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Xiban Winery, No. 1 Tempranillo, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Intense and fruit driven nose with notes of violets, blueberry and morello cherries. Gorgeous, fresh fruit palate, with a seamless texture.

Xiangdu Winery, Xiangdu Anthony Cabernet Franc, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2021 Xiangdu Winery, Xiangdu Anthony Cabernet Franc, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2021

Xiangdu Winery, Xiangdu Anthony Cabernet Franc, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Rich and brooding black fruit aromas with leafy notes and plenty of glossy new oak. Dry and full-bodied, with firm tannins.

Sunvalley Vineyard, Icewine Riesling, Liaoning, China 2011 Sunvalley Vineyard, Icewine Riesling, Liaoning, China 2011

Sunvalley Vineyard, Icewine Riesling, Liaoning, China 2011

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Classy nose of mango, pineapple, fresh aromatic lemons and touches of acacia honey. Crisp and crunchy on the palate.

Shacheng Winery, Shacheng Yima Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2020 Shacheng Winery, Shacheng Yima Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2020

Shacheng Winery, Shacheng Yima Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2020

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Meaty nose with violets and cocoa nuances framing opulent aromas of figs and dates. Rich and intense on the palate.

Longting Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019 Longting Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019

Longting Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Penglai, Shandong, China 2019

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Vibrant fruit aromas of blackcurrant, wet stones, fresh leaves and hints of earthy notes. Dry on the palate, long finish.

Domaine Pushang, Chunhua, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Domaine Pushang, Chunhua, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Domaine Pushang, Chunhua, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Crunchy black fruit aromas with lovely cassis and red currants. Well integrated tannins, with a lively acidity and long finish.

Chateau Summer Land, Mourvedre, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2021 Chateau Summer Land, Mourvedre, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2021

Chateau Summer Land, Mourvedre, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Smoky nose with aromas of jammy black cherries and earthy undertones. Spicy palate, layered, with a firm dry finish.

Chateau Mihope, 1968 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Mihope, 1968 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Mihope, 1968 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Ripe aromas of blackcurrants with nuances of vanilla spice and cedary undertones. Mellow and defined tannins, long toasty finish.

Chateau Changyu Golden Valley, Black Diamond Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Golden Valley, Black Diamond Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Golden Valley, Black Diamond Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2019

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Aromas of dried apricots, orange zest, honey, flowers and hints of vanilla. Vibrant and attractive, with a long delicate finish.

Yajianggu Winery, Icewine Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2017 Yajianggu Winery, Icewine Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2017

Yajianggu Winery, Icewine Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2017

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

The nose displays lovely scents of flowers with notes of tropical mango and pineapple, caramel and fresh honey. Crisp and lemony on the palate.

Tiansai Vineyards, T50 Syrah, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020 Tiansai Vineyards, T50 Syrah, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

Tiansai Vineyards, T50 Syrah, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2020

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

The nose displays lovely and elegant aromas of crunchy fruit and well-judged oak undertones. Vibrant on the palate, with ripe supple tannins and long juicy finish.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2017 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2017

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Grand Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2017

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Mature, pruney nose with complex aromas of creamy oak, dark chocolate, barley sugar and leathery undertones. Polished and elegant on the palate. Refined tannins.

Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2017 Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2017

Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2017

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Complex and elegant aromas of flowers, ripe apricots and tropical notes of pineapple. Pure and energetic on the palate, lovely and expressive. Very long finish.

Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qianhongyu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qianhongyu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qianhongyu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Playful aromatic nose with ripe dark berries, violets, jammy dark cherries and prunes framed by leather and tobacco complexity, cedary nuances. Dense and polished tannins.

Chateau Changyu Castel, Premium Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Castel, Premium Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Castel, Premium Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Perfumed cassis and cherries, with toasty and smoky undertones and hints of leather. Well made, with slightly grippy tannins, well-structured. Long savoury finish, meaty.

Puchang Vineyard, Viaseres Reserve Saperavi, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2017 Puchang Vineyard, Viaseres Reserve Saperavi, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2017

Puchang Vineyard, Viaseres Reserve Saperavi, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2017

96
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Powerful and spicy, displaying jammy aromas of red and black fruits, with interesting meaty nuances. Firm and well-integrated, rich, with a great concentration of flavour.

Lansai Winery, Yu Moli Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Lansai Winery, Yu Moli Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Lansai Winery, Yu Moli Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

96
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Classic nose displaying elegant aromas of roasted coffee, forest floor, cedar, dried leaves, leather and generous red fruit. Assertive and polished tannins, lovely long finish.

Chateau Changyu Castel, Reserva Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Castel, Reserva Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Castel, Reserva Cabernet Gernischt, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

96
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

The nose shows aromas of minty cassis, blackberries, Christmas spices and hints of tomato leaf and leather. Silky mouthfeel, very elegant expression on the palate.

Shepherd Vineyard, Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Shepherd Vineyard, Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Shepherd Vineyard, Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Dry, fresh, silky and nicely structured with plenty of peppers. Bright and shiny with really good concentration and elegance.