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GRENACHE ON THE RISE
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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

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10+ mins  |
June 2023
Bordeaux 2022
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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

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5 mins  |
June 2023
A POT OF COCKLES AND CLAMS
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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

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2 mins  |
May 2023
Pisco POWER
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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

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4 mins  |
May 2023
CHAMPAGNE'S SMALL STARS
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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

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10 mins  |
May 2023
Barolo 2019
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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

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10+ mins  |
May 2023
My culture, my wine career
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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

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6 mins  |
May 2023
Tablas Creek
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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

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10 mins  |
May 2023
TROTHE
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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

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4 mins  |
May 2023
INTO THE FUTURE OF AMERICAN WINE
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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

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10 mins  |
May 2023
Italian rosé
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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

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2 mins  |
April 2023
A TASTE OF ITALY IN LONDON
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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

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6 mins  |
April 2023
Riso al nero
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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

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3 mins  |
April 2023
DISTILLING IRELAND
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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

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6 mins  |
April 2023
Alta Langa
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Alta Langa

Italy's most underrated sparkling wines? It's early days yet, but look out for Alta Langa

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3 mins  |
April 2023
Brunello di Montalcino 2018
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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

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April 2023
Morellino di Scansano
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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

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8 mins  |
April 2023
GET INTO GAVI
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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

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5 mins  |
April 2023
20 whites from 20 regions
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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

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2 mins  |
April 2023
An Italian LOVE AFFAIR
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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...

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10 mins  |
April 2023
Northern Rhône 2021
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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

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February 2023
Cellar disposal
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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

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8 mins  |
February 2023
FIVE OF THE BEST Premium vodkas
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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.

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2 mins  |
February 2023
Distilled
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Distilled

Your guide to the latest trends in spirits and cocktails

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2 mins  |
February 2023
DARK RUM revolution
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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

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6 mins  |
February 2023
Catalonia's exciting winemakers
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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

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February 2023
6 REGIONS DISHES WINES
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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

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10+ mins  |
February 2023
RIAS BAIXAS
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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

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10 mins  |
February 2023
EXPLORING SPAIN Day trips for wine lovers
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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

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10+ mins  |
February 2023
Victoria Mulu-Munywoki
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Victoria Mulu-Munywoki

Kenya-based sommelier, consultant and retailer

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2 mins  |
February 2023