2025 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver (92-94 points)

The 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards marked a historic milestone for Chinese wine at the world’s largest wine competition. Read the full story about Chinese wines in 2025 DWWA.

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2025 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Best in Show, Platinum and Gold

2025 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver (90-91 points)

2025 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze (88-89 points)

2025 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze (86-87 points)

Wines

Chateau Summer Land, Bo Series Malvasia, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2023 Chateau Summer Land, Bo Series Malvasia, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2023

Chateau Summer Land, Bo Series Malvasia, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2023

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Lovely nuances of lemon peel freshness with nettle and and yellow peach aromas, hints of guavas and dry herbs. Silky texture.

Tonghua Winery, Tonghua Glory Yasay Oak Aged Icewine Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2022 Tonghua Winery, Tonghua Glory Yasay Oak Aged Icewine Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2022

Tonghua Winery, Tonghua Glory Yasay Oak Aged Icewine Vidal, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2022

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

The nose is pure and fruity with complex orange blossom, honey, ripe mango, pineapple. Intense on the palate, long and charming.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Buttery and creamy with some hazelnuts, chestnuts and ripe yellow plums. Bready delicate mid palate, with flinty notes on the finish.

Woerfeng Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Woerfeng Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Woerfeng Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Bright plums and jammy prunes together with cassis and vanilla, hints of tobacco and cloves. Fleshy palate, long smoky finish.

Chateau Chanson, Artist Collection Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Chateau Chanson, Artist Collection Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Chateau Chanson, Artist Collection Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Minty nuances with aromas of green bell pepper, grass, raspberry, black cherry and new oak. Full-bodied, juicy and harmonious.

Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva White, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva White, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva White, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Water chestnuts and melons with plenty of vanilla and buttery sweetness mixed with nectarines. Juicy, fresh and attractive. Stony finish.

September Helan, The Missing Vineyard Petit Verdot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 September Helan, The Missing Vineyard Petit Verdot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

September Helan, The Missing Vineyard Petit Verdot, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Lovely fragrant character, showing violets, crisp cherries, raspberries, liquorice and touches of baked spices. Smooth and juicy, graceful and elegant.

Tianyuanhong, Master Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023 Tianyuanhong, Master Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023

Tianyuanhong, Master Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Expressive nose with cassis, violets, Morello cherries and cedar with some espresso undertones. Textured palate, with a long toasty finish.

Renyiyuan Winery, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Renyiyuan Winery, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Renyiyuan Winery, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Fresh nose with attractive aromas of cassis, bramble, black cherries and herbaceous nuances, well-judged oak use. Ripe, coating tannins, silky.

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yuwan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yuwan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yuwan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Lovely array of blueberry fruit with pencil shavings with nuances of mint, vanilla and liquorice. Juicy and silky, beautiful palate.

Silk Road Vineyards, Bird's Nest Malbec, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023 Silk Road Vineyards, Bird's Nest Malbec, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

Silk Road Vineyards, Bird's Nest Malbec, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Fresh berry fruit aromas of damson, black plums and violets on the nose. Very lively, with silky tannins.

Éclat Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2023 Éclat Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2023

Éclat Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2023

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Some floral nuances of roses with touches of pepper, smoke and aromas of dark and red cherries. Smooth rounded tannins.

Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X7, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2021 Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X7, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2021

Chateau Changyu Baron Balboa, X7, Shihezi, Xinjiang, China 2021

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Attractive aromas of blossom, roses, lovely violets and mixed berry fruits, touches of milk chocolate. Soft and juicy, nice structure.

Puchang Vineyard, Saperavi, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2018 Puchang Vineyard, Saperavi, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2018

Puchang Vineyard, Saperavi, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2018

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Expressive and inviting aromas of liquorice, sweet tobacco, prunes and well-judged toasty oak. Ripe on the palate, with a lifting acidity.

Tinnyu Winery, Mono Chard, Yunnan, China 2023 Tinnyu Winery, Mono Chard, Yunnan, China 2023

Tinnyu Winery, Mono Chard, Yunnan, China 2023

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Toasty nuances, with notes of clove and vanilla, hints of smoke and flint, lemon and red apple. Racy acidity.

Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends Rongzhong Cabernet Sauvignon, Yunnan, China 2020 Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends Rongzhong Cabernet Sauvignon, Yunnan, China 2020

Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends Rongzhong Cabernet Sauvignon, Yunnan, China 2020

94
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Attractive aromas of violets, bramble, cassis, tomato leaf and touches of baking spices and tobacco. Ripe tannins, elegant cedary finish.

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Quansheng Cserszegi Fűszeres, Huailai, Hebei, China 2024 Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Quansheng Cserszegi Fűszeres, Huailai, Hebei, China 2024

Amethyst Manor, Amethyard Quansheng Cserszegi Fűszeres, Huailai, Hebei, China 2024

93
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Attractive floral nose with orange blossom and honeysuckle notes, touches of melon, kumquat and peach. Crisp on the palate.

Hanxiang Liquor, Nabaifu Classic Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2020 Hanxiang Liquor, Nabaifu Classic Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2020

Hanxiang Liquor, Nabaifu Classic Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2020

93
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Aromas of caramel, orange peel, apricots and touches of seaweed. Vibrant, rich and unctuous on the generous palate.

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

Sunvalley Vineyard, Icewine Riesling, Liaoning, China 2011

93
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Lovely expressive nose showing honey and nutty nuances with dried grapes, saffron and peachy aromas. Delicate and approachable palate.

Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2022 Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2022

Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2022

93
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Inviting nose with aromas of pineapple, canned apricot juice, toffee apple and candy floss. Crisp and rich on the palate.

Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2019 Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2019

Sanhe, Cailonglin Jinding Icewine Vidal, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2019

93
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Elegant aromas of apricot, mango, nectarine and touches of marmalade. Limey palate, with a wonderful freshness. Easy to drink.

Zangdi Tianxiang, Pabala Jin Jiang Ying Xue Icewine, Yunnan, China 2023 Zangdi Tianxiang, Pabala Jin Jiang Ying Xue Icewine, Yunnan, China 2023

Zangdi Tianxiang, Pabala Jin Jiang Ying Xue Icewine, Yunnan, China 2023

93
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Intense canned apricots and nectarines on the nose, touches of lychees and mango. Creamy texture on the palate, lively acidity.

Xige Estate, N28 Malbec, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Xige Estate, N28 Malbec, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Xige Estate, N28 Malbec, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

92
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Abundant aromas of black plum, black cherry, damson and a violet note complemented by some toasty new oak. Soft texture.

Qingyun Estate, Liang Xiao Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023 Qingyun Estate, Liang Xiao Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023

Qingyun Estate, Liang Xiao Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023

92
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Expressive nose, displaying scents of toasty oak, liquorice, blueberries and black plums. Ripe and rounded tannins, approachable now.

Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

92
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Savoury and leathery nose with aromas of minty black cherries and plums. Well integrated tannins, elegant and stylish. Velvety mouthfeel.

Wantong Winery, Icewine, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023 Wantong Winery, Icewine, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

Wantong Winery, Icewine, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

92
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Aromas of roses, grapes, mango and pineapple with touches of acacia and dries mushrooms. Round and silky palate. Long finish.

North Ancient Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2022 North Ancient Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2022

North Ancient Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2022

92
DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Focused aromas of crunchy cassis, bramble, tobacco and herbaceous nuances. Fresh acidity, with a minty character. Very elegant style.