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DWWA Highlights
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International Shiraz DayTop-scoring wines from across the globe to celebrate with...
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Chenin heyday: How one grape became South Africa's star at DWWA 2026From a Best in Show in Stellenbosch to old-vine triumphs in the Swartland, Chenin Blanc was the sunshine-coloured thread running through South Africa's strongest results at DWWA 2026.
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DWWA 2026 Best in Show: The sweet and fortified wines that made it to the topSweet and fortified wines impressed the judges at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, with two of them receiving 98 points. From Port, Madeira and Sherry, to Santorini's Vinsanto and Hungarian Tokaji, these are the wines that claimed Best in Show.
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The red wines that made it to the Top 50 at DWWA 2026Spanning 10 countries and featuring all-time classics as well as unexpected newcomers, these are the red wines awarded Best in Show medal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026.
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International Cava Day: 15 award-winning wines to tryThe top Cavas of DWWA 2026 to celebrate with...
By Olivia Mason Published -
Pure Brilliance: DWWA 2026's Best in Show whites and rosésDiscover the white and rosé wines that made the top 50 list at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026.
By Susan Low Published
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DWWA Tasting Events
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DWWA Winners’ Bar: A standout destination at DFWE NYCDecanter World Wine Awards highlights from the one day event...
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Northern Italy's White Wines: DWWA masterclass at Wines Experience London 2026.Discover the six wines presented at the DWWA masterclass at Wines Experience London...
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Rooted in Italy: Native varieties at the pinnacle of DWWA scoringTen Platinum-awarded (97 points and above) wines from last year’s DWWA were selected by the Master of Wine.
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Spanish families defining excellence: DWWA masterclass at Barcelona Wine WeekDiscover the eight wines showcased at the DWWA masterclass at Barcelona Wine Week...
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DWWA winners tasting in the heart of South KoreaA spectacular DWWA event in partnership with Winevision...
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DWWA Winners’ Table: A spectacular line-up at Decanter’s Fine Wine Encounter in SingaporeDiscover the full line-up of top-scoring wines showcased at the event...
By Loukia Xinari Published
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DWWA judge profile: Laurent Richet MSMaster sommelier, wine consultant for the oldest wine importing company of the Netherlands. Based in the Netherlands.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Higgo JacobsRenowned sommelier and ground-breaking fine wine entrepreneur. Based in South Africa.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Federico MocciaItalian wine expert and head of wine operations at 67 Pall Mall, London. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Eduardo MilanWine editor for Revista Adega and a judge for the Patricio Tapia’s Descorchados Guide on Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Brazil. Based in Brazil.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Tim Triptree MWMaster of wine and international director of wine and spirits at Christie’s, a renowned British auction house. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Nicolas Clerc MSPortfolio director at Armit Wines and president & founder of the UK Sommelier Academy. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: William Lowe MWMaster distiller and master of wine. Based in the UK.
By Narisa Ueda Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Colin ThorneWine buyer at Vagabond group of wine bars & shops. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Charlie FoleyNoted auctioneer and fine specialist at Christie's Auction House. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Victoria MacKenzie MWHead of wine research and curriculum at WSET. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Treve RingWine writer, critic, judge, and speaker, focusing on Champagne. Based in Canada.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Valentin RadosavFormer sommelier, now the learning and development manager at Conrad St James Hotel. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Victoria DaskalInternational wine writer, presenter, consultant and WSET Diploma educator. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Vincenzo ArneseDirector of wine at Raffles London at The OWO and Taittinger’s UK Sommelier of the Year 2022. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Wieteke TeppemaFormer sommelier, now the commercial director and wine buyer for Drop Wine Shops and App. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Eric Zwiebel MSEric Zwiebel MS is Cellar Master at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel in Dorset.
By Natalie Earl Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Zsuzsa ToronyiWine marketer specialising in promoting Central and Eastern European wine. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Tone Veseth Furuholmen MWMaster of wine and senior product manager of wines at the Norwegian Wine Monopoly. Based in Norway.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Tom HewsonChampagne correspondent, Decanter Magazine and specialist on the world's sparkling wines. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Tamas Czinki MSHungary's first and only master sommelier, currently the wine director at Culinaris wholesale. Based in Hungary.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Sara BachiorriEx-sommelier turned buyer at Woodwinters. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Sanya AbhayIndependent consultant and educator. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Rostislav PetrovCommercially minded wine professional with over 15 years of industry experience. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Roger JonesRetired michelin star chef and restaurateur, now a wine judge and journalist. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Rebecca Gergely OhayonTrade wine buyer with French expertise. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Paulo BrammerExperienced wine buyer and educator helping to develop the South American wine industry. Based in Brazil.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Nigel Wilkinson MSMaster Sommelier and educator. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Nicholas Blampied-LaneInternational winemaker and consultant. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Nelson PariItalian wine buyer at SWIG. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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Sparkling Glory: DWWA 2026's Best in Show winnersFrance, Italy and the UK swept this year's Best in Show medals awarded to sparkling wines. Below, discover which regions and wines impressed the judges at the world's largest wine competition.
By Susan Low Published
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DWWA judge profile: Mike Ritchie MWExperienced, commercial and widely travelled wine professional. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Matthew Forster MWAward-winning Master of Wine and education professional specialising in Spanish wines. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated