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Opinion

Our award-winning columnist argues for bold changes to make France's wine appellations fit for purpose as winemakers face multiple crises.

The ethical drinker: Inside the debate on wine and water use

A missing link in our relationship with water...

By Linda Johnson-Bell Published 1 April 26
Gen Z Wine Challenge: Amelia, 21

In a new Decanter series, 18- to 29-year olds around the world give their honest opinion about a wine they've splashed out on – and if it was worth the cash.

By Amelia Boag McGlynn Published 24 March 26
A white wine future? Benjamin Lewin MW explores a bold claim

Is white wine set to dominate?...

By Benjamin Lewin MW Published 23 March 26
Andrew Jefford: Where are we with wine and oak?

'I dislike "oakiness" – but I've come to realise I also relish it'...

By Andrew Jefford Published 16 March 26
Best books on sake: Discover the story of Japan’s national drink

Great reads that will leave you thirsty for a glass...

By Sophie Thorpe Published 12 March 26

The ethical drinker: Why Château d'Anglès deserves the spotlight

'Thoughtful work and the right support feeds into the glass...'

By Natalie Earl Published 6 March 26
The ethical drinker: ‘Wines and people that made me stop and think’

Sustainability editor Natalie Earl reflects on the past year...

By Natalie Earl Last updated 19 February 26
Andrew Jefford: Bordeaux’s white wine resurgence deserves attention

'White wine allows proprietors to be creative and intriguing...'

By Andrew Jefford Last updated 15 February 26
Ned Goodwin MW: ‘Later-ripening Syrah represents an exciting new frontier for Tasmania as the climate warms’

The changing face of Tasmanian wine...

By Ned Goodwin MW Last updated 10 February 26
Amber Gardner: ‘We are seeing a shift back towards the known, the familiar and, ultimately, the comforting’

A return to 'well-trodden paths'...

By Amber Gardner Last updated 29 January 26
Andrew Jefford critiques the ‘NoLo’ trend sweeping the wine world

'The weirdest development to affect the wine world...'

By Andrew Jefford Published 22 January 26

Katherine Cole: ‘Is the real question whether wine regions could shield the rest of us from wildfires?’

Katherine Cole on handling wildfires...

By Katherine Cole Last updated 19 January 26
Andrew Jefford: ‘I wandered towards the cobalt Adriatic inlet next to the vineyards and looked back…’

'If you love difference, it's here...'

By Andrew Jefford Last updated 31 December 25
How did 2025 taste for you? US wine professionals name year-defining styles

Decanter columnist Eliza Dumais reflects on 2025...

By Eliza Dumais Published 31 December 25
Joel Stein: ‘The more the person knows about wine, the more obscure your gift needs to be’

It should make the receiver think, ‘Oh, I didn’t even know this existed’...

By Joel Stein Last updated 22 December 25
Editors’ picks: Bonus tips on wines to watch – December 2025

Decanter editors share recent highlights...

By Decanter Staff Published 18 December 25
Andrew Jefford investigates: Is Germany truly the new ‘Pinot Paradise’ for wine lovers?

An example of 'quiet change' in a warming climate...

By Andrew Jefford Last updated 9 December 25