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What happened to Chablis? Ask Decanter

What has changed about the style of Chablis in recent years?

How to match Amarone with food plus the best wines to try

Left and Right Bank Bordeaux: What is the difference?

Is it just geography that separates Bordeaux's two famous vineyard regions?

What is Grignolino wine? Ask Decanter

Grignolino, one of Piedmont's adored native wines is reminiscent of a 'baby Nebbiolo'…

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015: vintage report and top wines

Michaela Morris finds much to like after tasting 40 Brunello di Montalcino Riservas from the 2015 vintage with wines showing charm and generosity

Walls: The magic of mature Gigondas

Matt Walls examines seven mature vintages of Gigondas wines and reports on what is drinking well now and what should be kept cellared for a little while longer.

Marselan: Why it could be a 'signature grape' of Chinese wines

Can this lesser-known French variety win in China?

Which countries drink the most wine? Ask Decanter

We look at the leaderboard as new figures show global consumption fell in 2020...

First taste: Perrier-Joüet, Belle Epoque 2013

Yohan Castaing tastes the newly released Perrier Joüet Belle Epoque 2013

Bordeaux gears up for 2020 en primeur campaign

Releases are expected to begin in May...

Sake: A beginner's guide & top recommendations

Learn about sake and see some top picks...

Brunello di Montalcino 2016: vintage report and top wines

'Brunello-lovers should absolutely buy up!'

Wine to 5 - The sommelier-turned-wine buyer: Fionnuala Synnott, La Rousse Wines, Dublin

Former journalist and sommelier, now wine buyer at merchant La Rousse in Dublin

How many calories are there in wine? Ask Decanter

With advice on how to keep count from Beverley Blanning MW...

The rise of no- and low-alcohol spirits

The rapid rise of zero-abv spirits has laid the foundation for a whole new category of drinks...

What do Tannat wines taste like?

Why not pour yourself a glass for Tannat day this 14th April?

From the archive: Harvest reports 2003

From regions around the world...

Underwater wine ageing: Why are wineries doing it?  

Would you buy a wine that has been submerged in the sea?...

How can winemakers prevent frost in vineyards? - ask Decanter

Frost can severely damage newly emerging buds...

Black and white pepper in tasting notes: What's the difference?

What makes them different...?

Red Burgundy 2008 - Ask Decanter

A vintage that was 'saved by the bell' - but how is it drinking now...?

Wine tasting: an expert guide

A perfect pairing: 7-hour leg of lamb

A deceptively simple recipe for tender slow cooked lamb in red wine gravy....

What’s the perfect serving temperature for red wine? Ask Decanter

Some can be chilled and but others will cope with warmer conditions...

Collector's Guide: Left Bank Bordeaux

A comprehensive guide to the fine wine market dynamics of Left Bank Bordeaux

A perfect pairing: Mussel soup

Two wine styles to perfectly match this quick and easy mussel soup recipe....

How long does wine last after opening? - Ask Decanter

Some pointers on how long your opened bottle will last...

What does Sancerre wine taste of? Ask Decanter

What is Sancerre wine, and how does it taste?

Southern French reds to lay down - Ask Decanter

Would the Syrah-based wines of Pic St-Loup be the best option?

Decanter’s complete guide to vermouth

The unsung hero of many classic cocktails...