
James Lawther MW
James Lawther MW is a contributing editor to Decanter as well as an independent wine writer, lecturer and tour guide based in Bordeaux. He retailed wine at Steven Spurrier's Les Caves de la Madeleine in Paris in the 1980s, and his early career also involved stints as a cellar hand in Bordeaux, Burgundy, Roussillon and Western Australia. In 1993, Lawther became a Master of Wine. He is author of The Heart of Bordeaux and The Finest Wines of Bordeaux, and has contributed to books including Dorling Kindersley’s Wines of the World, Oz Clarke’s Bordeaux and Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book.
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Bordeaux 2009: Tannins, alcohol & ripeness
Discussing the key themes of the vintage...
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Top Provence red wines: panel tasting results
It isn't just about rosé...
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Bordeaux 2014: Top 10 Sauternes & Barsac
See the ten top scoring wines from Sauternes and Barsac, as tasted by Ian D'Agata
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Bordeaux 2014: Top 10 Lalande de Pomerol wines
See the scores and tasting notes for the top 10 Lalande de Pomerol wines from the 2014 vintage, tasted by James Lawther MW.
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Understanding Hermitage
Hermitage is one of the northern Rhône’s most exclusive appellations...
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Going green in Languedoc-Roussillon – Organics and Biodynamics
With the climate of southern France ideally suited to organics and biodynamics, it’s no surprise that producers here are embracing environmentally conscious viticulture. James Lawther MW finds out more and picks wines to try…
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St-Emilion value: Making the Right choice
Lovers of Right Bank wines can find the choice among St-Emilion’s most famous names almost bewildering. James Lawther MW reveals where to find the best value in the region.
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The new Languedoc: Shifting landscapes
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The Decanter interview: Jean-Claude Mas
Jean-Claude Mas reveals all...
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South Africa’s In The Money
Millions of rand are being pumped into South Africa’s wineries. But, asks JAMES LAWTHER MW, when will they start producing standout wines?
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Corbières: 10 names to know plus top wines to try
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Jura in-depth and wines not to miss
Plus six producers to watch...
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Sauternes second wines: Why they’re worth a look
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My top 10 St-Emilion and Pomerol châteaux
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New faces of Beaujolais
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Producer profile: Château Cos d’Estournel
Château Cos d’Estournel in St-Estèphe is a landmark in more than one way.
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Bordeaux 2002 – Right Bank Vintage Guide
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Bordeaux 2003 – Pomerol
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Beaujolais: revival of the fittest
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New Zealand Syrah’s and classic style bordeaux blends
Francophile JAMES LAWTHER MW may be more used to clarets and Rhônes, but when we sent him to New Zealand, he felt right at home among the classic-style Bordeaux blends and Syrahs of Hawke’s Bay
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SOUTH AFRICAN SHIRAZ – QUE SYRAH SYRAH
Over half of South Africa’s Syrah vines are less than five years old. But that doesn’t meant they can’t produce great wine, says JAMES LAWTHER MW
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James Lawther MW visits New Zealand to taste the Sauvignon Blancs
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Bordeaux dry whites: a guide
Think the Médoc only produces reds? Think again. With roots reaching back centuries, top dry whites can be found throughout Bordeaux – if you know where to look. James Lawther MW acts as guide...
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Bordeaux 2010: An introduction to the Right Bank
Read an introduction to the Right Bank for the 2010 vintage by James Lawther MW.
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