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What is light strike in wine? Ask Decanter

Exposing wines to direct sun or some types of artificial light for too long can lead to aromas of rotten cabbage...

Wine colour: What can it tell you? – Ask Decanter

How much information can you extract by just looking at the colour of a wine?

How to chill wine quickly - ask Decanter

What's the quickest way to cool a bottle of wine?

How do online wine auctions work? Ask Decanter

What are the basics you need to know if you're thinking of getting involved?

How to let a wine breathe, and when - Ask Decanter

Don't fall for the old myth...

Champagne vs Crémant sparkling wine: What’s the difference?

Where did all these other French sparkling wines come from?

Where can I buy old wine? Ask Decanter

How should you go about finding them?

Taste like a pro: 12 classic French wines to test your skills

Bottles that can train your palate, from classic Sancerre to quintessential Côte-Rôtie.

Best Bordeaux anniversary buys: From 10-60 years

Looking for the perfect celebratory gift to mark a birthday or special occasion?

How to host a virtual wine tasting – Ask Decanter

What to think about and prepare before hosting an online tasting?

Versatile wines that can pair with all sorts of meals

It’s always good to have a go-to wine that can adapt to all sorts of dining situations....

Wine with chocolate: Pairing ideas to try at home

Combine two of your favourite things in life...

Great wines to drink with lamb this Easter

Styles that work and wines to buy...

Great wines to drink with fried rice

How long does bag-in-box wine last? - ask Decanter

How long can you keep them...?

Great wines to drink with pasta dishes

Some classic styles to consider, with a focus on Italy...

How to buy wine online – ask Decanter

The expert advice...

Tax on wine: How much do you pay in the UK? – Ask Decanter

Why spending a bit more could make sense...

What is a Bordeaux blend? Ask Decanter

What does it mean when a wine is called a 'Bordeaux blend'?

How to pair wines with chicken

Wine pairing advice to get you started...

What is orange wine? Ask Decanter

The future's bright...

How is sweetness of Tokaji measured?

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

Dumplings and wine pairing - ask Decanter

What to have this Chinese New Year...

What makes a wine vegan? Ask Decanter

What means that a wine is – or isn’t – suitable for vegans?

Decanter's guide to anniversary wines 2020

Festive tasting notes decoded: Christmas spices in your wine?

Don't get caught out at tastings, know your notes...

What's the difference between Syrah and Shiraz?

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

What is smoke taint in wine?

What does the smoke from a forest fire do to the vines....?

How to spot a corked wine

Fault in wine caused by a contaminated cork.

What is ramato wine? Ask Decanter

For the wine lover who wants more from their Pinot Grigio.