Decanter World Wine Awards

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.
By Susan Low Published -
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: Mike Best MWWine buyer, educator, and Master of Wine. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Benjamin LlewelynFounder and managing director of Carte Blanche Wines, a wholesale wine agency and importer. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Beans Boughton MWExperienced wine buyer, consultant, and category manager. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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Success for English wine at DWWA 2026The breadth of English wine was on display at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026, with top winners spanning from aged sparkling wines to characterful still styles.
By Chris Mercer Published
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DWWA judge profile: Beverley Blanning MWExperienced journalist, author of Wines of the Loire Valley, long-standing DWWA judge and MW.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Malu LambertMalu Lambert DipWSET is a multi-award winning wine writer and critic, specialising in South Africa.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Neil BernardiAward winning Master of Wine and Wine Industry Executive
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Lionel PerinerLionel Periner is head sommelier at Adnams in Birmingham. Based in the UK.
By Natalie Earl Last updated
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Beyond Burgundy: How Languedoc-Roussillon became one of France's biggest stories at DWWA 2026Languedoc-Roussillon delivered one of France’s standout performances at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, achieving its best-ever Gold medal tally alongside two Best in Show wines and three Platinums.
By Gosia Young Published
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DWWA: Press CoverageA selection of Decanter World Wine Awards media coverage from international outlets...
By Olivia Mason Last updated
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A new dawn for UK wine at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026At the 23rd edition of the Decanter World Wine Awards, the world's largest wine competition, the UK's 2026 results show that a new era has dawned for local winemakers.
By Gosia Young Published
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Platinum winners: Thrilling 97-point winesFrom superb classics to hidden gems...
By Chris Mercer Published
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World Lambrusco Day: Six award-winning styles to tryDiscover the charming semi-sparkling reds of Italy's Emilia-Romagna...
By Olivia Mason Published
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Top 35 Value Golds: Exceptional wines under £15 from DWWA 2026Explore the 35 Value Golds that impressed the judges at DWWA 2026...
By Loukia Xinari Published
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Best in Show: Top 50 winesOnly 50 wines out of nearly 17,000 entries earned Decanter World Wine Awards’ highest honour. Discover the exceptional bottles to seek out now.
By Olivia Mason Published
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 results revealed: Global wine quality reaches new heightsWine lovers have never had it so good. Discover this year's winners...
By Olivia Mason Published
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How we judge wine at Decanter World Wine AwardsHow our judges score, what the medals mean and why results from DWWA represent a global benchmark for wine quality...
By Andrew Jefford Last updated
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DWWA Quiz: Can you get a Best in Show score?Ten questions to test your knowledge...
By Chris Mercer Published
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DWWA Winners’ Bar: A standout destination at DFWE NYCDecanter World Wine Awards highlights from the one day event...
By Elizabeth Gonzalez Zamorano Published
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World Verdejo DayTop-scoring Verdejo wines to celebrate World Verdejo Day...
By Martin Green Published
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Coming soon: Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 resultsBe the first to know...
By Chris Mercer Published
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American excellence at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2025American wine continued its climb at Decanter World Wine Awards 2025, with top winners from California, Oregon, Washington and more emerging regions.
By Chris Mercer Published
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New Discoveries: China & Japan's top DWWA picksChina and Japan had a fantastic performance at Decanter World Wine Awards 2025.
By Chris Mercer Published
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International Chardonnay DayTop Chardonnay wines to celebrate International Chardonnay Day.
By Martin Green Published
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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...
By Elizabeth Gonzalez Zamorano Last updated
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Photo highlights: DWWA 2026 judging weekA look inside DWWA judging week...
By Loukia Xinari Published
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DWWA 2026 party highlightsPhoto highlights from DWWA party celebrations...
By Elizabeth Gonzalez Zamorano Last updated
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DWWA 2026: Platinum and Best in Show judging enters final stageThe final blind tastings that will determine the competition’s top results...
By Olivia Mason Published
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Global Moscato Day: Award-winning wines to seek outExplore with Decanter World Wine Awards medal winners...
By Martin Green Published
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DWWA 2026: Judging week begins as global wine community convenes in LondonBringing together global expertise, new leadership and fresh approaches...
By Olivia Mason Published
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DWWA judge profile: Daniele ArcangeliAward-winning sommelier and wine judge. Based in UK.
By Shivani Tomar Published
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Celebrating DWWA: An intimate dinner in the heart of BelgraviaAhead of judging week, Decanter World Wine Awards together with Château Léoube, hosted an intimate dinner at Daylesford Organic in Belgravia, pairing the farmshop's seasonal kitchen with top winners from the 2025 competition.
By Loukia Xinari Published