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Exploring the nine towns of Chianti Classico
Getting to know Chianti Classico is all in the detail. Monty Waldin traverses Tuscany’s hillsides discovering its slopes, soils and Sangiovese styles... Tuscany’s Renaissance artists ...
China drives Australian wine exports rise in 2018
China drives Australian wine exports rise in 2018 New manager for Lafite and Catena venture, Bodegas Caro Michelin France 2019: Beaucastel and Lafaurie-Peyraguey owners see ...
New manager for Lafite and Catena venture, Bodegas Caro
New manager for Lafite and Catena venture, Bodegas Caro Michelin France 2019: Beaucastel and Lafaurie-Peyraguey owners see stars Whiskies dominate Christie’s top 10 ‘wine lots’ ...
Western Australian Chardonnay panel tasting results
Although the 2017 vintage was less impressive than 2016 and 2015, this tasting delivered some exceptional quality Chardonnays with regional personality. Anthony Rose reports... 60 ...
Michelin France 2019: Beaucastel and Lafaurie-Peyraguey owners see stars
Michelin France 2019: Beaucastel and Lafaurie-Peyraguey owners see stars Whiskies dominate Christie’s top 10 ‘wine lots’ for 2018 US Supreme Court hears dispute on wine ...
Whiskies dominate Christie’s top 10 ‘wine lots’ for 2018
Whiskies dominate Christie’s top 10 ‘wine lots’ for 2018 US Supreme Court hears dispute on wine selling rules Barolo patriarch Beppe Colla dies
US Supreme Court hears dispute on wine selling rules
US Supreme Court hears dispute on wine selling rules Barolo patriarch Beppe Colla dies Are US millennials giving wine the cold shoulder?
Barolo patriarch Beppe Colla dies
Barolo patriarch Beppe Colla dies Are US millennials giving wine the cold shoulder? Wine world legend Gerard Basset OBE MW MS dies
Are US millennials giving wine the cold shoulder?
Are US millennials giving wine the cold shoulder? Wine world legend Gerard Basset OBE MW MS dies Fans rush to buy Game of Thrones Scotch ...
Wine world legend Gerard Basset OBE MW MS dies
Wine world legend Gerard Basset OBE MW MS dies Fans rush to buy Game of Thrones Scotch whiskies – Update Al Gore to address wine ...
Game of Thrones Scotch whiskies launched
Strong early demand for the Game of Thrones-themed single malts, launched on pre-order by Diageo and broadcaster HBO, has seen one UK-based retailer sell out ...
Al Gore to address wine and climate change conference
Ex-US vice president Al Gore is to address a high-level wine and climate change conference in Porto this year, designed to help wineries and academics ...
Best Rhône 2017 wines: The top scorers
See Matt Walls' top scoring Rhône wines from the 2017 vintage.... The top scoring wines from Rhône 2017 Credit: Malcolm Park food and drink / ...
Jefford: Waking up the new year
Andrew Jefford is impressed by the mass of fascinating facts in a new book comparing wine and coffee... January, a month of chilly austerity and ...
The Decanter interview: Carole Meredith
Plant geneticist Dr Carole Meredith helped to change the way that winemakers think about the history of grapes – and now she is growing her ...
Bolney Wine Estate merges with neighbouring vineyard
English wine producer Bolney Wine Estate has more than doubled the size of its vineyard by merging with the neighbouring Pookchurch Vineyard in Sussex. Bolney ...
Wine trends to watch in 2019
How is the wine world shaping up in 2019? Here are some trends to watch, and we've not mentioned Brexit once... What will you be ...
The Year Ahead for Decanter Online
Decanter's online audience is up 20% year-on-year in a period that saw the launch of Decanter Premium and a new learning app. Here are some ...
Californian Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 panel tasting results
The freshness that characterised this vintage on release is still evident eight years on. Stephen Brook and his panel report on a tasting of enjoyable ...
Are acacia barrels the future for white wine?
Jane Anson considers the merits of going oak-free and ageing white wine in acacia barrels... Are acacia barrels best for white wine? Credit: Thomas Martinsen ...
Constellation mulls its options as cheaper wines hit growth
Weaker demand for wines priced below $11-a-bottle have proved a drag on Constellation Brands’ overall sales in the US and the company has indicated that ...
Screaming Eagle: More than the sum of its parts
A trip to California arranged for MWs in late 2018 gave Tim Jackson MW a rare opportunity to taste the component parts of this super-priced ...
Pinot Bianco: Italy’s northern star plus 12 top wines to try
Pinot Bianco seems an unlikely variety to be a local hero, but the results prove its superstar status in northeastern Italy, as Michael Garner explains... ...
Majestic toasts the US in Christmas wine sales rise
California Chardonnay and an unlikely resurgence for Madeira helped Majestic Wine to increase UK sales over the Christmas period, but shoppers left it late and ...
Château Dauzac in Bordeaux to get new owner
French entrepreneur Christian Roulleau was expected to be confirmed as the new owner of Château Dauzac, following talks with insurance group MAIF, which has owned ...
The Decanter interview: Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini
The pioneer of the Slow Food and Slow Wine movement is buoyed by the renaissance of Italy’s native varieties, as Carla Capalbo explains... Carlo Petrini. ...
Expert’s Choice: White Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Say the name and people’s first thought is of this southern Rhône region’s famed reds. But the quality and stature of Châteauneuf blanc can be ...
A wine lover’s guide to Sardinia
Michaela Morris picks some of the best places to eat and drink as you explore the island... Bay at Capo Galera Credit: Arco Images GmbH ...
Prosecco: Discovering the drier side
In search of greater terroir expression, Prosecco’s finest wines are becoming increasingly dry. Richard Baudains explores the reasons why, and picks his top 10 to ...
Beyond Claret: 30 great alternatives to snap up
Winemakers the world over hold up the red wines of Bordeaux as the benchmark for quality and style. But where to start? Andy Howard MW ...