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What is white Port? – ask DecanterWhite Port and tonic anyone?...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Fino vs Manzanilla sherry: What’s the difference?It's difficult to tell the difference in a blind tasting...
By Natasha Hughes MW Last updated
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Gewurztraminer: What is it and how it tastesGet to know this distinctive yet underrated variety..
By Thierry Meyer Published
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Why is there no red Champagne? – ask DecanterBy Peter Liem Last updated
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What does ‘Brut’ mean on a Champagne label? – ask DecanterWhat does 'Brut' say about the style of the Champagne inside the bottle?
By Chris Wilson Last updated
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Should you put ice cubes in wine?What to do if your wine isn’t chilled enough...
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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Is wine gluten free? – ask DecanterMostly good news for coeliac sufferers who like wine...
By Andrzej Binkiewicz Last updated
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Why aren’t sulphite levels on wine labels – Ask DecanterWhy don't we see them on wine labels?
By Nigel Greening Last updated
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Is alcohol in wine rising? New data releasedLiv-ex figures shed new light on fine wine, but it's a mixed picture...
By Chris Mercer Published
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When should you drink wine after decanting it? – Ask DecanterHow quickly should you drink it...?
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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Why are grapes picked at night? Ask DecanterWe speak to the winemakers...
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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Wine colour: What can it tell you? – Ask DecanterHow much information can you extract by just looking at the colour of a wine?
By Sylvia Wu Last updated
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What’s the best wine to drink with risotto? Ask DecanterWhat wine should you serve with your risotto...?
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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What makes a perfect wine? – ask DecanterDoes perfection exist? Steven Spurrier explains how judges score...
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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What is the best humidity for storing wine? Ask DecanterLow levels of humidity will, over time, damage your wine...
By Sebastian Riley Smith Published
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What is Valpolicella wine? – Ask DecanterMichael Garner explains the basics of Valpolicella wines...
By Michael Garner Published
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How to combat ‘Prosecco teeth’ – ask DecanterDecanter.com goes to the dentist...
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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Which styles are best in a white wine sauce? – ask DecanterWhich wine is best to use?..
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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What is Amarone wine? – ask DecanterSee our bitesize guide...
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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What is the ‘cut point’ in whiskey distilling? – Ask DecanterOne reader asks what the ‘cut point’ in whiskey distilling means?
By David Longfield Published
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White wine grapes: Which are the most popular?The 10 most widely planted white grape varieties, and some basics to begin exploring...
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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How to taste spirits – Ask DecanterHow to assess the aromas and flavours of spirits...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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What does ‘in bond’ mean? – ask DecanterSeen wine prices listed as 'in bond'?
By Ellie Douglas Published
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How many calories are there in wine? Ask DecanterWith advice on how to keep count from Beverley Blanning MW...
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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What happened to Chablis? Ask DecanterWhat has changed about the style of Chablis in recent years?
By Andy Howard MW Published
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What is Grignolino wine? Ask DecanterGrignolino, one of Piedmont's adored native wines is reminiscent of a 'baby Nebbiolo'…
By Marisa Finetti Last updated
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What is Rosso di Montalcino? Ask Decanter100% Sangiovese from Montalcino...
By Aldo Fiordelli Last updated
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Underwater wine ageing: Why are wineries doing it?Would you buy a wine that has been submerged in the sea?...
By Chris Mercer Published
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How can winemakers prevent frost in vineyards? – ask DecanterFrost can severely damage newly emerging buds...
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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Black and white pepper in tasting notes: What’s the difference?What makes them different...?
By Ellie Douglas Published
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Red Burgundy 2008 – Ask DecanterA vintage that was 'saved by the bell' - but how is it drinking now...?
By Charles Curtis MW Published
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Southern French reds to lay down – Ask DecanterWould the Syrah-based wines of Pic St-Loup be the best option?
By Andrew Jefford Published