Long Read Wine Articles
Welcome to Decanter.com‘s long read section, which is here to help you make the most of your down-time.
Sit back in your favourite chair with a glass of wine and read commentary, advice and wine discoveries by Jane Anson and Andrew Jefford.
Popular long read wine articles:
Andrew Jefford
- UK drinking limits – toxic advice?
- Beginner’s guide to tasting wine
- How Châteauneuf du Pape ages in the cellar
Jane Anson
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Canadian wine finds a silver lining in the strained relationship with ‘America first’
Oh Canada...
By Kate Dingwall Published
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What does America's harsh winter mean for its vineyards?
A winter of extremes has gripped the East Coast of the US, how has this impacted the vines…
By Gemma Boucher Published
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Ukraine’s wine industry endures hardships and adapts amid ongoing war
A resilience story...
By Micah Reddy Last updated
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Is America’s political instability hurting the wine industry?
Tumultuous times...
By Sedale McCall Published
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Historic Santorini vineyards struggle against climate change and tourism
Water into wine no more...
By Lauren Mowery Published
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Let’s reconsider how we think about alcohol levels
A balancing act...
By Andrew Jefford Last updated
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California’s 2025 harvest begins amid cooler summer and cautious optimism from growers
The new vintage starts in California...
By Ana Carolina Quintela Last updated
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Rosé myths: Why most of what you think you know about pink wine is probably wrong
Chris Losh explores some common misconceptions about rosé...
By Chris Losh Published
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Vines in the city
An insight into the role of urban vineyards...
By Jacopo Mazzeo Published
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Sustainability in New Zealand: ‘A matter of identity’
Emma Jenkins takes a deep dive...
By Emma Jenkins MW Published
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California’s wine communities face deeply human costs amid Trump’s immigration raids
A series of immigration raids in Los Angeles sent shockwaves through California’s immigrant communities...
By Ana Carolina Quintela Published
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Italian whisky: A rising industry influenced by wine history
Whisky, where you least expect it...
By Jacopo Mazzeo Last updated
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Cannabis & Cabernet: Shared challenges for California growers
The two competing industries have more in common than one might think...
By April Louis Last updated
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Regional power: Extended geographical mentions on labels
Jacopo Mazzeo explores the use of specific and broad geographical indications...
By Jacopo Mazzeo Published
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Los Angeles wildfires devastated the local wine industry. What’s next?
Recovery efforts after the destruction...
By Brianne Cohen Published
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Brief history of Naples wine auction as new record is set
A look at the origins of one of the world's biggest wine auction events...
By Clive Pursehouse Last updated
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The big pour: Why large wine formats are soaring in popularity
Martin Green explores the trend...
By Martin Green Last updated
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Australian wine: A snapshot for 2025
As Aussies prepare to celebrate Australia Day on 26 January, Julie Sheppard looks at the current trends driving the wine scene Down Under...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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The complex case of moderate drinking
Martin Green examines the nuances of the debate...
By Martin Green Last updated
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The world’s top chefs embrace natural wine
In some of the most exclusive kitchens in the culinary world, natural wines are the preferred pairing...
By Clive Pursehouse Published
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Global wine production falls to lowest level since 1961
Figures from the OIV suggest that global wine production will reach just 231 million hl this year...
By Martin Green Published
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Hospices de Beaune 2024 auction nets just under €14.5m
Sotheby’s co-hosted the auction on 19 November...
By Panos Kakaviatos Last updated
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Trump returns: The impact on the US wine industry
US wine industry insiders wonder what will be under a second Trump presidency...
By April Louis Published
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English harvest 2024: Heavy crop losses due to wet weather
Low yields are expected across England...
By Martin Green Published
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Torrid times for winemakers in the Middle East
A focus on Lebanon and Israel...
By Nick Kochan Last updated
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Paso Robles looks to Bordeaux for sustainable insights
A collaborative effort to solve climate challenges...
By Brianne Cohen Published
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The first vines taking root in Burkina Faso
Approximately 1,500 vines have already been planted...
By Jacopo Mazzeo Published
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Hospices de Beaune certified organic from 2024 vintage
Ludivine Griveau is making significant strides at the Hospices de Beaune...
By Charles Curtis MW Published
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US Sustainable Winegrowing Summit: Key takeaways
Topics of discussion covered viticulture, packaging, sales and social responsibility...
By Cassandra Charlick Published
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Appellation Marlborough Wine strengthens regional protection
The private grower group goes beyond the GI regulations...
By Emma Jenkins MW Published
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Great Britain: Sustainability initiatives in a growing wine industry
Innovative measures to safeguard for the future...
By Elie Lloyd Ellis Published
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Mild winter exposes French growers to increased spring frost vulnerability
Temperatures are, on average, 2°C higher than usual...
By Chris Losh Published