Decanter World Wine Awards
DWWA Highlights
-
-
International Champagne Day: 15 award-winning wines to try15 top-scoring Champagnes to seek out from DWWA...
By Martin Green Published -
Salon of DWWA 2026: Slovenia celebrates its medal winnersIndigenous grapes, ageworthy sweet wines and a strong showing from across the Balkans took centre stage at the 12th Salon of DWWA medal winners in Slovenia.
By Loukia Xinari Published -
Meet Paz Levinson, DWWA 2027 Resident Co-ChairAfter more than a decade judging at Decanter World Wine Awards, the Argentine sommelier joins the competition’s leadership for 2027. She talks South America’s rise, the ‘wow’ factor and what makes a great wine.
By Gosia Young Published -
Pinotage Day: 10 award-winning wines to tryTop Pinotage wines to try from DWWA...
By Martin Green Published -
Pitch-perfect Austrian white wine starsTop medal winners to seek out...
By Chris Mercer Published -
World Vranec Day: 10 award-winning wines to tryLearn more about Vranec and try it with these DWWA award-winning wines...
By Loukia Xinari Published
-
DWWA Tasting Events
-
-
Salon of DWWA 2026: Slovenia celebrates its medal winnersIndigenous grapes, ageworthy sweet wines and a strong showing from across the Balkans took centre stage at the 12th Salon of DWWA medal winners in Slovenia.
By Loukia Xinari Published -
DWWA Winners’ Bar: A standout destination at DFWE NYCDecanter World Wine Awards highlights from the one day event...
By Elizabeth Gonzalez Zamorano Published -
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 -
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.
By James Button Published -
Spanish families defining excellence: DWWA masterclass at Barcelona Wine WeekDiscover the eight wines showcased at the DWWA masterclass at Barcelona Wine Week...
By Loukia Xinari Last updated -
DWWA winners tasting in the heart of South KoreaA spectacular DWWA event in partnership with Winevision...
By Loukia Xinari Published
-
Latest
-
DWWA judge profile: Bruno BesaLeading expert in fine Italian and European wines, currently serving as the managing director of Astrum Wine Cellars. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Richard BaudainsWine writer, educator and competition judge resident in Italy
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA Judge Profile: Lukasz KolodziejczykA seasoned wine professional with over two decades of experience in the fine wine trade
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
International Cava Day: 15 award-winning wines to tryThe top Cavas of DWWA 2026 to celebrate with...
By Olivia Mason Published
-
DWWA judge profile: Jean Wareing MWMaster of Wine and Alliance wine brand manager specialising in Spain, Portugal and South Africa. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Silvia GarattiSilvia Garatti is head of trade at Roberts Rolls. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Serdar BalkayaWine consultant and buyer with decades of experience in UK wine trade specialising in fine wines. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Sara Muirhead MWWine consultant to importers, with a focus on PR, marketing and events. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Robert GorjakLeading figure in Slovenian wine industry, educator & owner of Belvin Wine School. Based in Slovenia.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Rick FisherAuthor and educator on the wines of Spain. Based in the US.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Richard MaltbyExpert retail wine maker & buyer with specialism in wine blending in France, South Africa & South America. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Rebecca PalmerRebecca Palmer is associate director and buyer for Corney & Barrow, which has offices in London, Hong Kong and Singapore. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Raimonds TomsonsWine director at Wine Collectors. Based in Latvia.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Peter Mitchell MWExperienced buyer specializing in high end trade and retail. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Nina ThrosbyAn established sommelier, wine judge and the current recipient of the Tranche Scholarship. Based in Australia.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Nimmi MalhotraIndependent wine writer & judge. Based in Singapore.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Nick DumergueGlobal wine industry veteran based in Santa Monica, California. Based in the US.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Melania BattistonAn award winning sommelier and international wine judge who runs the wine programme at Cornus. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Neil Sommerfelt MWExperienced master of wine and wine buying consultant. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
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
-
DWWA judge profile: Sebastian BraunWine director and managing director at Oenoforos Group. Based in Sweden.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Saša ŠpiranecRenowned wine writer specializing in New Europe and Central Europe wines. Based in Croatia.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Elsa Macdonald MWAccomplished master of wine and wine educator specialising in Canada and France. Based in Canada.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
DWWA judge profile: William Lowe MWMaster distiller and master of wine. Based in the UK.
By Narisa Ueda Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Colin ThorneWine buyer at Vagabond group of wine bars & shops. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Charlie FoleyNoted auctioneer and fine specialist at Christie's Auction House. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Victoria MacKenzie MWHead of wine research and curriculum at WSET. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
-
DWWA judge profile: Treve RingWine writer, critic, judge, and speaker, focusing on Champagne. Based in Canada.
By Decanter Staff Last updated