Grape Varieties
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Domaine Anne Gros: From Burgundy to Languedoc with elegance and finesse
Burgundy lovers should get to know this producer...
By Charles Curtis MW Last updated
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St-Joseph 2024: The best wines brimming with peppery spice
An early-drinking vintage with fragrance and delicacy...
By Matt Walls Published
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Málaga: How this Spanish region was rediscovered
The golden era of Málaga wines was lost to history, but intrepid winemakers are exploring the region’s mountainous extremes anew.
By Sarah Jane Evans MW Published
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Crozes-Hermitage 2024: Our expert’s picks in a year where selection is key
Tough times for this appellation, with a few glimmers of hope...
By Matt Walls Published
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Merlot wine quiz: Test your knowledge of this famous grape variety
How well do you know this 'noble' variety?
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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Hermitage 2024: Elegant reds but a vintage where white wines reign supreme
Look out for the whites...
By Matt Walls Last updated
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Spätburgunder: Panel tasting results
A parade of exceptional Pinots...
By Caro Maurer MW Last updated
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Valpolicella Classico: Panel tasting results
In fair Verona...
By Michael Garner Last updated
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The different shades of Cahors: The region’s Malbec rebirth and 12 recommendations
Rejuvenated and raised anew...
By Andy Howard MW Last updated
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Smell: How our most overlooked sense can ground us
Exploring the rhythms of seasons and scent...
By Matt Walls Last updated
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Cool Barolo: The sites and techniques driving fresher styles in Piedmont
The hills are alive...
By Tiziano Gaia Last updated
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Mining for value in the Napa Valley: Over 20 of the best wines for under $75
The people all considered these, the values of the valley...
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Vietti: Producer profile
Michela Morris profiles the famed producer, based in Castiglione Falletto...
By Michaela Morris Last updated
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Côte-Rôtie & Condrieu 2024: An early drinking vintage
Challenges in Rhône's northern extremities...
By Matt Walls Last updated
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Cornas & St-Péray 2024: A vintage that yielded wines of charm and elegance
A few names rose to the top this year...
By Matt Walls Last updated
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How I fell in love with Spanish wine – Nine insiders share their Proustian memories
The experts' Spanish wine madeleines...
By Ines Salpico Published
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Fresh off the wine press: The ‘other’ nouveau wines bringing joyous revelry in November
Playful frivolity abounds...
By Amber Gardner Published
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Four decades of Guado al Tasso: A Decanter Fine Wine Encounter masterclass
Hype for Cabernet Franc...
By James Button Published
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Why 2023 is a must-have vintage for Beaujolais lovers
A vintage not to be missed...
By Charles Curtis MW Last updated
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Secret Beaujolais: Our expert guide to must-visit wineries and restaurants
Insider travel tips for this underrated French region...
By Natasha Hughes MW Last updated
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Discover perfect wine pairings for pork: A guide to flavour harmony
From a hearty roast to bangers and mash...
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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What do you know about Willamette Valley? A Pinot Noir lover’s quiz
Test your knowledge...
By Clive Pursehouse Last updated
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Raise a glass to Spain’s flagship grape this International Tempranillo Day
Be tempted by Tempranillo this November...
By Elie Lloyd Ellis Last updated
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‘Vieille Julienne’s Réservé is Grenache in excelsis’: Matt Walls on a Châteauneuf stand out
An unforgettable Grenache – one to rule them all?
By Matt Walls Published
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International Merlot Day: Why Merlot still dominates despite its Sideways reputation
Merlot is often considered a lesser blending companion to other varieties...
By Elie Lloyd Ellis Last updated
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Marsannay under the microscope: A look at this underrated region as premier cru promotions beckon
Soon to see long-deserved recognition...
By Charles Curtis MW Published
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Celebrating the changing fortune of the former ‘ugly sister’ grape this International Carignan Day
A grape of many names...
By Elie Lloyd Ellis Published
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‘I tasted over 300 wines in August, these were my top 10 bottles’
Summer's kiss is over baby...
By Clive Pursehouse Last updated
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How Tablas Creek went on a quest to bottle Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s hidden grapes
A taste of the Rhône from Paso...
By Matt Walls Last updated
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Matt Walls picks the 12 best Cornas wines to open now or save for later
Stellar nothern stars...
By Matt Walls Last updated
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One to watch: Margaret River’s Trait Wines
A family affair...
By Sophie Thorpe Last updated
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Why Gioia del Colle is Italy’s best region for Primitivo you need to know about
Think all Primitivo is jammy? Think again...
By Richard Baudains Last updated