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GRENACHE ON THE RISE
Something of a mercurial presence, Grenache has been much overlooked as a 'workhorse' grape variety, yet it's the key ingredient in one of France's definitive full-bodied red styles of the Rhône. Elsewhere in the world, winemakers are now beginning to discover and perfect the grape's ability to express its terroir to the full
Bordeaux 2022
Following extensive château visits and en primeur tastings in April, our Bordeaux editor gets to the heart of the new-release vintage from Bordeaux, with her own insight, in a preview to the highlights in our next issue, and a full report on Decanter Premium
A POT OF COCKLES AND CLAMS
A pleasing alternative to a pan of mussels, this simple shellfish dish calls out for a dry white - with pairings suggested from France, England and beyond
Pisco POWER
Distilled from grapes, yes; just another brandy, no. Disputed origins aside, this generally clear spirit has become something of a darling of top bartenders, as it offers a wealth of characteristics, flavours and mixing potential distinct from any other spirit
CHAMPAGNE'S SMALL STARS
Beyond its familiar big-name houses, Champagne is home to smaller-scale grower-producers making a wide range of lovingly crafted wines that offer high quality and true local individuality
Barolo 2019
Nebbiolo's ranks of admirers will have ample choice of good to great wines from this five-star, classic-style vintage, but may need patience before they can enjoy them at their best. Follow our expert guidance on the producers and vineyards to look out for
My culture, my wine career
How do you balance the beliefs of your family, religion, society or culture with a career in wine? Wine professionals from diverse backgrounds discuss overcoming very personal challenges on the way to success
Tablas Creek
Two wine families combined their expertise and persistence to build a North American Rhône community from the ground up, creating a singular range of Rhône-style varietal wines and blends
TROTHE
A partnership founded on four generations of family farming and 29 vintages of making wine in Washington has produced one of the northwestern state’s most exciting new wines in years: Trothe
INTO THE FUTURE OF AMERICAN WINE
Trends and technologies developing in the USA will steer what happens to wine in the next decades. Our team of US experts highlight the most exciting and important developments
Italian rosé
Thoughts may be turning towards seasonal styles for the warmer weather ahead - cue the rosés! And in this, reflecting its wealth of grapes and regions, Italy has far more to offer than many realise
A TASTE OF ITALY IN LONDON
When it comes to Italian cuisine in the capital, the choice can be bewildering. But our resident food and wine expert has homed in on restaurants with excellent wine lists, from simple trattorias and pizzerias to Michelin-starred establishments
Riso al nero
Popular all over the Mediterranean, squid ink risotto epitomises the Italian ethos of turning basic ingredients into something unforgettable, and its briny deliciousness cries out for a bone-dry white wine
DISTILLING IRELAND
The story of Irish whiskey is worthy of any of the country's renowned novelists, containing glory, complacency, decline and death. But in a surprise plot twist it's back, with innovation, quality and confidence
Alta Langa
Italy's most underrated sparkling wines? It's early days yet, but look out for Alta Langa
Brunello di Montalcino 2018
Late-season conditions led to considerable variations in style and quality in 2018, with harvest dates and winemaking style proving critical. Yet the best bottlings are fragrant, fresher wines that will be ideal for near- to mid-term enjoyment
Morellino di Scansano
A coastal freshness typifies many of the Sangiovese-based reds from this less-famed southern DOCG of Tuscany, a region full of big-name impetus as well as local personality
GET INTO GAVI
Location and geography make this high Piedmont region a haven for characteristically crisp, dry and minerally whites, perfect for summer drinking, be they young or bottle-aged Riservas
20 whites from 20 regions
All over the country, Italy's unparalleled cast of grape varieties produce an array of top-quality white wines worthy of greater acclaim than they often receive
An Italian LOVE AFFAIR
The history runs deep and personal between the winelands of the US west coast and the great, long-established wine dynasties of Italy. As perfectly shown in the fascinating stories of the three partnerships that follow...
Northern Rhône 2021
In a year blighted by extremes of bad weather, truly great wines are few and far between. Expert guidance is crucial in this tough vintage, so here are 40 recommendations selected from the small number of excellent wines which made the best of the 2021 conditions
Cellar disposal
Selling off your prized stash or investment portfolio of wines can be nervewracking, gut-wrenching, highly rewarding and fun - or even all in turn. So how do you get the best deal you can? Here's a full guide from a trade insider
FIVE OF THE BEST Premium vodkas
The arrival of premium vodka can be traced back to the 1990s, when the category's overall popularity had gone stratospheric. Led by new brands such as Belvedere and Grey Goose, these spirits came in sleek, eye-catching bottles, and captured the imagination of drinkers around the globe.
Distilled
Your guide to the latest trends in spirits and cocktails
DARK RUM revolution
People who like rum tend to really love it. The unrestrained nature of the spirit means that the pace of innovation among producers is fast, with new cask-ageing techniques and flavour styles emerging all the time, notably among the dark rums
Catalonia's exciting winemakers
Independent thinking and a fearless vision characterise this region in Spain's far northeast, where many producers are pushing the boundaries in Spanish wine. Meet 14 at the forefront of the action
6 REGIONS DISHES WINES
Join us on a region-by-region trip through some of the very best food and wine Spain has to offer
RIAS BAIXAS
Spain's 'top left corner' stands out for its verdant countryside and dramatic Atlantic coastline, its calling card the increasingly popular Albariño whites. Here are the essentials on the region, its producers and wines
EXPLORING SPAIN Day trips for wine lovers
North to south, Spain truly does have something for everyone - from its monumental and groundbreaking architecture to charming villages, splendid beaches and rugged countryside
Victoria Mulu-Munywoki
Kenya-based sommelier, consultant and retailer