Advice

What's the difference between Syrah and Shiraz?

Apart from the spelling? Nothing. They're the same thing.

What are herbicides in vineyards? - Ask Decanter

Why they're used and how some also divide opinion...

Do ‘wine legs’ mean a better wine? - Ask Decanter

What does it say about your wine...?

Collector’s Guide: Bordeaux 2020 En Primeur

A comprehensive guide to the fine wine market dynamics of Bordeaux 2020 En Primeur

What's the Difference Between Crosses, Clones, Mutations & Hybrids? - Ask Decanter

Not all fruit is created equal...

What does 'vintage' mean? - Ask Decanter

Although it can cause confusion, the meaning of the term 'vintage' is actually very simple. A wine's vintage simply tells you which year the grapes were picked.

Storing Madeira - Ask Decanter

Should you store Madeira on its side?

How is sweetness of Tokaji measured?

What does Aszú mean, and is there any aging requirements for Tokaji sweet wines?

What is white Port? – ask Decanter

White Port and tonic anyone?...

Fino vs Manzanilla sherry: What's the difference?

It's difficult to tell the difference in a blind tasting...

Wines with lobster: Which styles go well? Ask Decanter

Don't overpower the flavour of the lobster...

Why are there crystals in my wine? - ask Decanter

There's no need to panic...

Best summer red wines to drink chilled

What styles to go for, plus our recommendations...

What is claret wine? Ask Decanter

Tied to Britain's long-standing love affair with the wines of Bordeaux...

What are lees in wine? - Ask Decanter

Lees can have a big influence...

Labelling Australian Prosecco - Ask Decanter

How can Australian producers label their wines ‘Prosecco’?

Wine with burgers: Pairing advice

Plus wines recently reviewed by our experts...

Why aren't sulphite levels on wine labels - Ask Decanter

Why don't we see them on wine labels?

English Bacchus wine: How it tastes plus wines to try

If English wine is to have a 'poster grape' of its own, then this is the front-runner.

What is the best humidity for storing wine? Ask Decanter

Low levels of humidity will, over time, damage your wine...

The joy of learning about wine

What happens if your wine cooler is unplugged in a heatwave?

Will the wine be damaged?

Should you put wine in the freezer? - ask Decanter

Cooling wine in a hurry...?

Prosecco vs Champagne: What's the difference? Ask Decanter

The main differences between these popular sparkling wines.

Should you put ice cubes in wine?

What to do if your wine isn’t chilled enough...

Best wine with steak: What to choose

Mouthwatering suggestions for your next steak night...

What does 'in bond' mean? - ask Decanter

Seen wine prices listed as 'in bond'?

Wine with salmon: Ideas for great pairings

See top tips and recent reviews by our experts...

Cooking with wine: Expert advice on what to use

What should you choose and how much should you spend?...

How to taste young wine: Steven Spurrier's guide - from the archive

We look back at the late Steven Spurrier's wisdom on tasting wines en primeur...