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Fortemasso The contemporary soul of Barolo
This young winery is redefining the standards of the famous Piedmontese red wine, thanks to a new production philosophy and a perfect vineyard
2 min |
November 2025
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Rising prices affecting wine drinking habits
A survey of fine wine lovers by private members' club 67 Pall Mall has highlighted concerns about climate change and rising prices, as well as broadening tastes.
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November 2025
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'Today's Germany is becoming a "Pinot paradise" – or so the Germans are claiming
Droughts, heat spikes, hailstorms, wildfires: the catastrophic effects of climate change on the world’s vineyards are evident.
2 min |
November 2025
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MUST DISCOVER
Our local experts cut through the bewildering diversity of Central and Eastern Europe's grape varieties to bring you the pick of the bunch
8 min |
November 2025
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European wine culture under threat
Wine's place in the intensifying debate around alcohol and health policy has returned to the spotlight in recent weeks amid a high-level meeting at the United Nations (UN).
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November 2025
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The Coravin Guide
Since Coravin burst onto the scene in 2013 with its first wine-by-the-glass system - using pioneering technology to keep the wine in opened bottles fresh for months - restaurants and wine bars around the world have snapped up the preservation devices, using them to expand their by-the-glass offerings, and to pour treasures from their cellars that wine lovers would previously have had to order by the bottle. Today, Coravin estimates that every second, its devices are being used to pour a glass of wine somewhere in the world.
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November 2025
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ANOTHER CAMPANIA
In a region shaped by its volcanic heritage, a few big names dominate the wine scene, but Campania has so much more to offer in terms of grapes and wine styles that can only be found here
8 min |
October 2025
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'The set of possibilities grouped under "Chenin" can dazzle'
Familiar friends, landmarks in the wine world, gateways to pleasure: that’s how we think of grape varieties. Varietal thinking is treacherous... but it seems to be conceptually necessary for us.How else can we keep the worrisome chaos of the wine world at bay?
2 min |
October 2025
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A drink with... Augusto & Alberto Gherardi
Born in a village near Perugia in Umbria, twin brothers Augusto and Alberto Gherardi head up the prestigious education program at the Gordon Ramsay Restaurants group, and run their own wine communication business, The Wine Jokers, studying for the Master of Wine qualification in their spare time. Winners of the 2025 Sommelier Edit Excellence in Education award, the unstoppable pair took time out to speak to Decanter about their own journey and what's hot on the Umbrian wine scene.
3 min |
October 2025
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Memorable matches
Sommeliers, winery owners, writers and importers share their favourite Italian food and wine pairings – some classic, others more surprising – and the stories that lie behind them...
4 min |
October 2025
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Books etc
Our regular reviewer finds Assouline's latest coffee-table offering heavy on style but light on substance
2 min |
October 2025
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Ribera del Duero latest releases
A tasting of more than 300 wines, covering vintages of marked and contrasting identities, revealed an array of different profiles united by their approachability and ageworthiness
10+ min |
October 2025
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Modern MARSALA
From solera-aged classics to savoury new still wines, Marsala is finding fresh momentum. Emerging new expressions span cocktails, cuisine and culture, bursting with freshness, finesse and plenty of attitude
10+ min |
October 2025
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The age of age Hyper-aged whiskies make their mark
With record-breaking releases and remarkable stories, whiskies matured for 40 years and beyond are rewriting expectations
2 min |
October 2025
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Wines on the edge: how Etna is redefining Italian elegance
In a nation with a longstanding reputation for warmth, generosity and, at times, opulence in its wines, Etna emerges as a distinctive entity, offering a wine style that is more incisive, cooler and more structured. But is DOC Etna in Sicily genuinely leading the way in the shift towards elegance in Italian fine wines? Or is it merely the most appealing manifestation of a more extensive transformation that is already in progress?
2 min |
October 2025
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How to navigate a restaurant wine list
Intimidated by the wine list when dining out? Here are some tips from a pro
2 min |
October 2025
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Lesser-known Campania in 12 wines
Cantine Olivella, Hèbon Metodo Classico Extra Brut, Vesuvio 2021 90
3 min |
October 2025
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La Place new campaign: muted reception
Early releases of international fine wines via La Place de Bordeaux in September saw a relatively muted buyer reaction, several merchants have said.
3 min |
October 2025
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Wine lover's guide to Basque Country
Thanks to its abundance of Michelin-starred restaurants, appetite-stirring pintxos and dynamic Txakoli-based wine scene, there has never been a better time to visit this scenic coastal destination
8 min |
October 2025
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DREAM DESTINATION
Cape of Senses Lake Garda, Italy
1 min |
October 2025
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BALANCING ACT
With climate change causing alcohol levels to climb, it's time to reasses how we think about the abv of our bottle – wine lovers and winemakers alike
8 min |
October 2025
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TUSCANY The insiders' guide
From grabbing a lampredotto panino to enjoying a drink at the winemakers' favourite hangout, let our experts help you get around Tuscany like a local, avoid the tourist traps and enjoy the best the region has to offer
10+ min |
October 2025
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FRONTIER SPIRIT
The four northernmost regions of Italy share more than just a mountainous border with neighbouring countries. Meet some of the key winemakers in each region – some of whom own vines on both sides of the border - and discover the results of an ongoing exchange of ideas and wine heritage
10+ min |
October 2025
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Nicolas Joly
A tireless proselytiser for biodynamic farming and wines that speak of their origins, the 2025 Hall of Fame recipient has spent decades encouraging winemakers to embrace sustainability and authenticity, while also putting one of France's most iconic vineyards back on the map
8 min |
October 2025
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Lake Garda Where to eat and drink
A shimmering jewel set in the glacial landscapes of the Alpine ranges, Italy's largest freshwater lake is a paradise for those in search of watery adventure, as well as a gastronome's delight-on-shore there are local wines to discover and lake-fish specialities to savour
8 min |
October 2025
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If their wine-growing is an act of resistance, I want to join the revolution
'Ive always been drawn to wines from fiercely independent regions fuelled by regional pride, from Spain's Basque Country, Catalonia and Canary Islands to Italy's South Tyrol, Sicily and Sardinia. This past summer, as the US edged toward authoritarian populism, I travelled to a French semi-autonomous wine region with the thought that a five-decades-past story of resistance might offer solace.
2 min |
October 2025
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The different shades of Cahors
If the name of this picturesque corner of southwest France conjures up the rustic 'black wines' of tradition, then look again: times have been changing, and wine styles with them, in the homeland of Malbec
10 min |
October 2025
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The ethical drinker Read to make a difference
We meet the authors of a new book on sustainability in wine
3 min |
October 2025
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Welcome to our 2025 Italy guide
This annual guide is one of the highlights of my year as Italy Regional Editor, and it's a great feeling to see the fruition of all our hard work in print.
1 min |
October 2025
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NEW ZEALAND’S NEW FACES
Although it's best known around the world for established brands of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, New Zealand's wine scene is being driven by the creativity and innovation of a diverse new wave of winemaking. We introduce six names to know
10+ min |