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International Grenache DayA selection of award-winning Grenache dominant and varietal wines from DWWA...
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Going native: Indigenous grapes lead a banner year for the Balkans at DWWA 2026From a first-ever Best in Show for Plavac Mali to Platinums for Prokupac and Refošk, the Balkans' own grape varieties stole the show at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026. Here's why they belong on your radar – and in your glass.
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Chianti Day 2026: Here are 10 top-scoring wines to tryTop DWWA medal winners to celebrate with...
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Cabernet Sauvignon Day: 15 top-scoring wines to seek outCelebrate with DWWA medal winners...
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Treasure hunt: Great island wines at DWWA 2026Top medal winners to seek out...
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California’s not dreaming: the state’s wines stand with the best at DWWA 2026California can do it all, with remarkable consistency...
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Mountain high: How Alto Adige became Italy's white-wine star at DWWA 2026Alto Adige claimed nine Platinum medals at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026, every one of them for a white wine. No Italian region or sub-region performed more strongly at this level. As the country’s classic regions warm, its Alpine north is having a moment.
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Five unexpected stars of DWWA 2026: The regions and grapes to watchThe world's biggest wine competition is a map of the established greats, but every year it turns up surprises. Here are five regions, grapes and styles that broke through in 2026.
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Pinot Noir Day: 15 top-scoring wines to discoverRaise a glass to International Pinot Noir Day with these award-winning wines...
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Prosecco Day: Discover 10 award-winning wines to celebrate withAward-winning sparklers...
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Oregon and Washington wines reach new peaks at 2026 DWWAThe Pacific Northwest states continued their string of accomplishments, with signature varieties and unexpected offerings racking up top-tier awards at Decanter’s annual global competition.
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International Albariño DayDiscover the allure of Albariño with award-winning wines from DWWA...
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Region on the rise: Texas wines shine at DWWA 2026From cowboys and barbeque to world-class wines, Texas received top accolades at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026. Learn more about the history of Texas wines, the varieties grown and famous AVAs, and discover top-scoring wines from this year's competition.
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Rosé beyond Provence: Five DWWA 2026 winners worth discoveringToo often dismissed as summer's simplest pour, rosé is one of wine's most versatile styles. These DWWA 2026 winners show just how far it can travel.
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Sun's out: Six DWWA winners to keep on ice this summerWhatever's on the menu this summer, from fizz to fish and chips, these six medal-winning bottles from Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 have you covered.
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International Shiraz DayTop-scoring wines from across the globe to celebrate with...
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Chenin heyday: How one grape became South Africa's star at DWWA 2026From a Best in Show in Stellenbosch to old-vine triumphs in the Swartland, Chenin Blanc was the sunshine-coloured thread running through South Africa's strongest results at DWWA 2026.
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DWWA 2026 Best in Show: The sweet and fortified wines that made it to the topSweet and fortified wines impressed the judges at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, with two of them receiving 98 points. From Port, Madeira and Sherry, to Santorini's Vinsanto and Hungarian Tokaji, these are the wines that claimed Best in Show.
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The red wines that made it to the Top 50 at DWWA 2026Spanning 10 countries and featuring all-time classics as well as unexpected newcomers, these are the red wines awarded Best in Show medal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2026.
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DWWA judge profile: Claire Thevenot MS -
DWWA judge profile: Sylvia WuSylvia Wu is the Decanter's Regional Editor for Asia and Northern & Eastern Europe as well as the editor of DecanterChina.com.
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DWWA judge profile: Julie SheppardJulie Sheppard is Decanter's Regional Editor for Australia, New Zealand & South Africa, as well as Spirits Editor.
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DWWA judge profile: Ines SalpicoInes Salpico is Decanter's Regional Editor for Spain, Portugal and South America.
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DWWA judge profile: Bruno BesaLeading expert in fine Italian and European wines, currently serving as the managing director of Astrum Wine Cellars. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Richard BaudainsWine writer, educator and competition judge resident in Italy
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DWWA Judge Profile: Lukasz KolodziejczykA seasoned wine professional with over two decades of experience in the fine wine trade
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International Cava Day: 15 award-winning wines to tryThe top Cavas of DWWA 2026 to celebrate with...
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DWWA judge profile: Jean Wareing MWMaster of Wine and Alliance wine brand manager specialising in Spain, Portugal and South Africa. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Silvia GarattiSilvia Garatti is head of trade at Roberts Rolls. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Serdar BalkayaWine consultant and buyer with decades of experience in UK wine trade specialising in fine wines. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Sara Muirhead MWWine consultant to importers, with a focus on PR, marketing and events. Based in the UK.
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DWWA judge profile: Robert GorjakLeading figure in Slovenian wine industry, educator & owner of Belvin Wine School. Based in Slovenia.
