Celebrate London Wine Week 2018 at some of the capital's top wine bars, as rated by Decanter experts.
Double decanting: When should you do it? – ask Decanter
Double decanting is the process of decanting a wine twice; often the first into a decanter, and then back into the original – but now clean – bottle. But why do it? See below...
An Author’s Journey into the World of Obscure Grapes
With over 1,400 wine grapes in the world, it might be surprising to learn that only 20 varieties make up 80% of the wines that we drink. Author Jason Wilson talks about the underappreciated and lesser-known wines that inspired him to write his book, Godforsaken Grapes.
Italian Wine Exploration Map
If you tasted a new Italian wine each week, it would take you 20 years to taste your way through Italy.
The French Wine To Drink Before You Die.
You could live an entire lifetime and never drink every bottle of French wine produced, yet we are sure there are people who have tried. But since most of us only have the ability to drink a limited amount, what are the bottles people more well versed in French wine than us (the experts) think we should seek out? We sat down with wine luminaries including winemaker Randall Grahm,...
Chinese importers nervous over tariffs on US wine
At least one Chinese merchant has already reported holding back a shipment of Napa wine following China's imposition of tariffs in a trade war with the US, as traders on both sides hope for a swift resolution. Reporting by Emily Xie in Shanghai and Chris Mercer in London.
Learn How to Taste Wine and Develop Your Palate
Learn how to taste wine with 4 basic steps. The following wine tasting tips are practiced by sommeliers to refine their palates and sharpen their ability to recall wines. Even though this method is used by pros, it’s actually quite simple to understand and can help anyone to improve their wine palate.
How To Start A Wine Collection Worth Cellaring
There’s nothing quite like opening a bottle that’s been cellared for many years. Not only do wines evolve as they age, but they also serve as a time capsule into the past.
Wine Collecting Tips & Mistakes to Avoid
Think you don’t have the space or the budget to start a wine cellar? Think again. With a few tips, a stellar collection can be within everyone's reach.
Four New Ways to Drink Malbec that Aren’t All Wine
Malbec is a favorite wine the world over. But progressive producers are experimenting with the grape in everything from gin to vermouth. We look at four unexpected ways Malbec grapes are being used in drinks.