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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: Yuri ShimaWine journalist, specialising in Champagne and a licensed attorney admitted to the New York State Bar. Based in USA & Japan.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Sietze WijmaWine educator specialising in flavour compounds. Based in Netherlands
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DWWA judge profile: Andrea Pritzker MWAustralia's leading wine educator, presenter and Burgundy wine ambassador. Based in Australia.
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DWWA judge profile: Amanda Wassmer-BulginAward-winning globally recognized sommelier, leader, and educator revolutionizing fine-dining with inclusivity, innovation & sustainability. Based in Switzerland.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Alexandre FreguinAward winning sommelier, wine consultant and winemaker. Based in France.
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DWWA judge profile: Alessandro MarchesanRenowned wine consultant and hospitality expert. Based in Italy.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Agustin TraperoAward-winning sommelier, consulting and advising for the wine trade. Based in Spain.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Adam Pawlowski MSWine educator and hospitality expert. Based in Poland.
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DWWA judge profile: Adam Porter MWWine & spirits buying manager at Harrods, London. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Rosana LisaA renowned winemaker with extensive experience across diverse wine regions around the world. Based in Spain
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DWWA judge profile: Pietro Russo MWItalian master of wine and international consultant of winemaking. Based in Italy
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DWWA judge profile: Cristina MercuriLeading wine educator, presenter, consultant & international wine judge. Based in Italy.
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DWWA judge profile: Yannick BenjaminMichelin sommelier of the year, restaurateur and a trailblazer in accessibility and diversity in the wine world. Based in the US
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DWWA judge profile: Zvonko HercegWSET educator and international wine marketing consultant. Based in Macedonia.
By Narisa Ueda Last updated
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Shiraz story: Uncovering Australia’s top regional signaturesDiscover award-winning Shiraz wines from the 2025 competition...
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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DWWA winners tasting in the heart of South KoreaA spectacular DWWA event in partnership with Winevision...
By Loukia Xinari Published
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DWWA judge profile: Igor LukovićExperienced wine critic, writer and journalist, editor-in-chief of Vino & Fino magazine. Based in Serbia.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Igor SotricIgor Sotric is head sommelier and wine buyer at China Tang at the Dorchester.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Benjamin Hasko MS MWDual titleholder, master of wine and master sommelier. Based in Singapore.
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DWWA judge profile: Alexandra MawsonChampagne & sparkling buyer at Waitrose and a Champagne academician. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Magdalena KaiserInternational wine writer, judge, and consultant, bringing over 40 years of expertise in wine and gastronomy. Based in Canada.
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DWWA judge profile: Matthew HorsleyAward-winning wine buyer for The Wine Society responsible for Bordeaux, South Africa, Greece and England. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Matt PymAward-winning, highly experienced retail buyer, nowadays consulting to wineries around the globe. Based in France.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Valeria GamperEducator and sommelier named best sommelier of the Americas 2022. Based in Spain.
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DWWA judge profile: Maria Jose Huertas VegaHead sommelier at NH Hotels, Spain and 2025's top sommelier in Spain. Based in Spain.
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DWWA judge profile: Marco IaccarinoOperating in luxury hotels in London since 2014 specialising in fine French and Italian wines. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Marcelo PinoAward winning sommelier & wine consultant to hotels & restarants in Chile. Based in Chile.
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DWWA judge profile: Magnavai JanjoWine importer, winemaker, and wine educator. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Luma MonteiroAward winning wine communicator, currently the head of marketing and assistant buyer at Davy's Wine Merchants. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Lenka Sedlackova MWExperienced brand manager and buyer specialising in Greek wine. Based in the UK.
By Shivani Tomar Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Laure PatryFormer executive head sommelier at The Social Company, now the UK manager for Wine Source. Based in the UK.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Laura DePasquale MSMaster Sommelier, Italian wine expert, and top fine wine executive. Based in the US.
By Decanter Staff Last updated