2026 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Platinum and Gold

The 2026 DWWA saw the first Platinum medal won by Yunnan and the first Gold won by Inner Mongolia. Ningxia accounted for more than half of all medals awarded to Chinese wines.

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2026 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver (92-94 points)

2026 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver (90-91 points)

2026 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze (88-89 points)

2026 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze (86-87 points)

Wines

Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

97
Platinum Best in Show

Platinum
Decanter World Wine Awards

Dazzling red plums, blackberries and peppery greens depict vibrance and ardour with a touch of leathery development on the fringes. Full-bodied with oodles of spicy sandalwood oak constructing the frame and tannins. Lengthy and bright.

Shangri-La, Holy Land Cabernet Sauvignon, Deqin, Yunnan, China 2019 Shangri-La, Holy Land Cabernet Sauvignon, Deqin, Yunnan, China 2019

Shangri-La, Holy Land Cabernet Sauvignon, Deqin, Yunnan, China 2019

97
Platinum Best in Show

Platinum
Decanter World Wine Awards

Arresting cigar-box oak with an underlying core of blackberry, cassis and fresh herbaceous character that fills the nose and palate to the brim. Sprightly and lofty with an ample toasty structure and angular tannins. Very long.

Tian Ge Winery, Coviyn Desert Gift Golden Sand Blend, Inner Mongolia, China 2023 Tian Ge Winery, Coviyn Desert Gift Golden Sand Blend, Inner Mongolia, China 2023

Tian Ge Winery, Coviyn Desert Gift Golden Sand Blend, Inner Mongolia, China 2023

96
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Radiant red fruits amid distinctive peppery spice and lifted herbals fill out the full structure perfectly, with focused tannins, agile acidity and vanilla coffee length.

Yuanshi Vineyard, Soul of Mountain, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Yuanshi Vineyard, Soul of Mountain, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Yuanshi Vineyard, Soul of Mountain, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

96
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Tingling with black and blue berries, plums and violets, incredibly juicy and alert. Bold, earthy tannins and a lively acid line demonstrate youth and potential.

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

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

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Inviting overripe mango, lychee and honey-soaked rose petals tease the nose with toasted nuts and mineral energy soothing the sweetness of the palate. Long and fulfilling.

Moonbag, Baiyue, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2021 Moonbag, Baiyue, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2021

Moonbag, Baiyue, Huanren, Liaoning, China 2021

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Enchanting candied peach, orange peel, green tea and rose water aromas catapult across the unctuous marmalade texture and searing ginger acidity. Gorgeously long and honeyed.

Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023 Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023

Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2023

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Compelling dark cherry, prune and cassis aromas with a fine seam of pine wood underpinning. Juicy and rich with keen tannins and a vanilla finish.

Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Classic 20, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Classic 20, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Helanhong Winery, Helan Hong Classic 20, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Charismatic blackberry coulis, dark plum and floral notes elevated by a spice box goodness. Full and robust with cacao tannins and a charming toasty length.

Renyiyuan Winery, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Renyiyuan Winery, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Renyiyuan Winery, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Vivid cassis, dark cherry and herbal energy emanates youthful exuberance and freshness. Delectable vanilla and tobacco oak underline the broad tannins and long, coffee-infused finish.

Şuamgy, C980 Winemaker Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Şuamgy, C980 Winemaker Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Şuamgy, C980 Winemaker Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Layers of blueberry, violet and mint aroma shrouded in a velvety cocoa core. Juicy with plush tannins, zippy iodine acidity and a bay leaf finish.

Chateau Loulan, Shigui Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2019 Chateau Loulan, Shigui Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2019

Chateau Loulan, Shigui Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2019

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Brooding plum, prune, blackberry and cassis character furnishes the generous structure comprising fine-grained vanilla tannins and fruit driven acidity. Remarkably concentrated with a significant length.

Citic Niya, Legend C5 Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2024 Citic Niya, Legend C5 Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2024

Citic Niya, Legend C5 Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2024

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Engaging dark cherry, raspberry, blueberry lift perpetuated by lavish vanilla and dark chocolate oak foundations. Plump and juicy with robust tannins and persistent savoury length.

Tangting Xialu Winery, Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2024 Tangting Xialu Winery, Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2024

Tangting Xialu Winery, Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2024

95
DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Playful violet, blueberry and inky liquorice notes subsume the dark chocolate richness, densely packed tannins and lush, fleshy texture. A striking saline twist to end.