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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...

Sancerre vs Pouilly-Fumé: Tasting the differences - Ask Decanter

What makes these two wines distinct from each other...?

How much does a French vineyard cost?

Land agency Safer has updated its list of vineyard prices...

What is claret wine? Ask Decanter

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

Gewurztraminer: What is it and how it tastes

Get to know this distinctive yet underrated variety..

A perfect pairing: Hawksmoor's Tamworth belly ribs

The most popular starter at London steakhouse chain Hawksmoor is a great summer dish to recreate at home.

Investing in Champagne: spotlight on prospects

Which Bordeaux 2020 wines sold best en primeur?

New analysis looks at the top sellers...

What are lees in wine? - Ask Decanter

Lees can have a big influence...

From the archive: Inside the UK Government's Cellar

Few civilians get a glimpse into the UK Government's inner chambers...

Labelling Australian Prosecco - Ask Decanter

How can Australian producers label their wines ‘Prosecco’?

Wine with pork: Advice on great pairings

From BBQ pulled pork to roasted belly or bangers and mash...

Bordeaux 2011: The top-rated wines tasted 10 years on

Full overview plus more than 75 wines tasted and rated...

First taste: Dom Pérignon new releases

New Dom Pérignon releases tasted including P2 2003, vintage 2012 and Rosé 2008

Château Le Pin 2020 releases at €1,700 a bottle

The 2020 Bordeaux en primeur campaign has edged almost to a close...

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?

Pairing Bordeaux wine with food: beyond claret and lamb

Nine chefs and wine professionals share inventive dishes that pair perfectly

Is alcohol in wine rising? New data released

Liv-ex figures shed new light on fine wine, but it's a mixed picture...

New release Loire reds: the best from 2019 and 2020

Expert guide to the Loire's 2019 and 2020 red vintages, with recommended buys

A perfect pairing: The River Cafe's sea bass baked in salt

Vieux Château Certan 2020 released at €240 a bottle

A ‘concentrated and seductive’ 2020 wine...

New release Loire white wines: the best from 2019 and 2020

Expert guide to the Loire's 2019 and 2020 white vintages, with recommended buys

Get to know Alsace: Good, better, best

Figeac 2020 release price ‘looks good value’

Popular St-Emilion estate releases en primeur, as buyers also show interest in the first growths...

Château Haut-Brion en primeur history: 2016 - 2020

See Jane Anson's recent vintage ratings side-by-side, plus release prices...

Mouton Rothschild 2020 released: A future 100-point wine?

Mouton's release underlines a big week for the en primeur campaign...