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Discover Pacific Coast precision in the Santa Cruz Mountains The Santa Cruz Mountains is home to one of the earliest plantings of Pinot Noir in America. Today this cool climate appellation, defined by it's steep slopes, intense garrigue and cool coastal influence is home to some of America's most iconic wine brands, and enthusiastic, committed producers, both well established and newer crafting an array of wines made in a classic, โ€˜Old Worldโ€™ style.

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07.03.2026 10:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What is nama sake? Meet Japanโ€™s seasonal sake star: fresh, zingy and always unpasteurised. Alicia Miller recommends great bottles to buy, with tips on storage and serving.

What is nama sake? decanter.visitlink.me/NPsEDZ

06.03.2026 08:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Last night was an honour welcoming CEO of Chateau Montelena, Bo Barrett to Decanter.

50 years after the Judgment of Paris blind tasting that changed wine history in 1976, Bo was joined by winemaker Matt Crafton to host an exclusive masterclass ๐Ÿท๐Ÿ‘

05.03.2026 15:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Nizza: Six wines to make you think again about Barbera Get to know the Nizza DOCG, a slice of Asti where Barbera is given a chance to shine.

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05.03.2026 09:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Decanter magazine March 2026: See what's inside Decanter magazine's March 2026 issue features expert reviews of Bordeaux 2023 in-bottle, new Brunello di Montalcino releases, great-value white wines and a Central Otago travel guide, plus much more...

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04.03.2026 13:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Burgundy with Altitude โ€“ inside Switzerlandโ€™s Graubรผnden A well-kept secret in the wine world โ€“ discover the alpine landscape that inspired Heidi.

Burgundy with Altitude โ€“ inside Switzerlandโ€™s Graubรผnden decanter.visitlink.me/S8qo_9

04.03.2026 10:06 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Buy Masterclass tickets for Decanter Fine Wine Encounter NYC 2026 We are excited to announce a series of masterclasses, held throughout the day at Decanter Fine Wine Encounter NYC led by legendary namesย Champagnes Salon and Delamotte, Super Tuscans and Heitz Cellar.

The wait is over. Decanter Fine Wine Encounter New York has unveiled its 2026 masterclass line-up, and tickets are on sale now ๐Ÿ™Œ decanter.visitlink.me/5niwAm

03.03.2026 20:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our expert selects 18 wines from the mountains of Navarra that you need to taste Donโ€™t miss this handpicked selection of Garnacha and other wines from Navarra that show distinctive mountain character โ€“ and are often incredible value too.

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03.03.2026 08:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our next question that we want to know: Which wine rule do you happily break? ๐Ÿ‘€

02.03.2026 16:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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My three discoveries at France's biggest wine show February means the return of the big wine fairs, and growing every year is Wine Paris. Rupert Millar went along and got tasting.

February means the return of the big wine fairs, and growing every year is Wine Paris. Rupert Millar went along and got tasting decanter.visitlink.me/0pyaaV

02.03.2026 13:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hubert de Boรผard discusses his passion project โ€“ Le Plus de la Fleur de Boรผard Over lunch with one of Bordeauxโ€™s most influential figures, a standout single-vineyard Merlot and a refreshingly consumer-focused approach take centre stage reveals Gareth Birchley.

Hubert de Boรผard discusses his passion project โ€“ Le Plus de la Fleur de Boรผard decanter.visitlink.me/RCgdiP

01.03.2026 19:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Wine on YouTube: Stars and channels to watch Decanter's regular reviewer goes down the YouTube and wine rabbit hole to bring you tips on what to watch, including a new interview series featuring big names.

Decanter's regular reviewer goes down the YouTube and wine rabbit hole to bring you tips on what to watch decanter.visitlink.me/77dhOc

01.03.2026 11:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A life under flor: How Montserrat Molina became Sherryโ€™s leading lady Pharmacist turned winemaker Montserrat Molina took an unexpected path eventually to become one of Sherryโ€™s most prominent figures, reputed for her thirst for knowledge and creative flair.

A life under flor: How Montserrat Molina became Sherryโ€™s leading lady (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/k6wHIr

28.02.2026 19:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Which is the best American cool-climate Pinot Noir โ€“ Oregon or the Sonoma Coast? Decanterโ€™s North America Editor Clive Pursehouse, who covers Oregon, and our Sonoma County Correspondent Ana Carolina Quintela debate where Americaโ€™s quintessential cool-climate Pinot Noir comes from.

Which is the best American cool-climate Pinot Noir โ€“ Oregon or the Sonoma Coast? (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/UzHjk4

28.02.2026 10:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Valandraud Blanc: 20 vintages of Bordeauxโ€™s most distinctive cult white tasted Jean-Luc Thunevin, the revolutionary force behind Chรขteau Valandraud's garage-wine reds, has quietly crafted one of Bordeaux's most compelling and unconventional dry whites with Valandraud Blanc. Georgie Hindle tastes a vertical from its first vintage in 2003 through to 2023.

Valandraud Blanc: 20 vintages of Bordeauxโ€™s most distinctive cult white tasted (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/eTd6Q9

27.02.2026 16:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Bodega Tamerรกn โ€“ what Manchester Cityโ€™s David Silva did next A new name in an ancient landscape, this fledgling Gran Canaria producer is led by a Spanish sporting icon who isnโ€™t the first to make the transfer from top-flight football into the world of wine.

Bodega Tamerรกn โ€“ what Manchester Cityโ€™s David Silva did next (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/KKR92A

27.02.2026 11:05 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The ethical drinker: โ€˜Wines and people that made me stop and thinkโ€™ Sustainability editor Natalie Earl highlights three particularly memorable wines from the past year, and the experiences that went with them, in her regular Decanter magazine column...

Sustainability editor Natalie Earl highlights three particularly memorable wines from the past year, and the experiences that went with them, in her regular Decanter magazine column... decanter.visitlink.me/CtcUtG

26.02.2026 15:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Our expertโ€™s 10 favourite Chassagne-Montrachet premiers crus in 12 wines Our Burgundy expert Charles Curtis MW selects his 10 favourite premier cru sites from the appellation's 55, explaining what makes each one special and why they're flying under the radar (or deserve more attention on your wishlist).

Our expertโ€™s 10 favourite Chassagne-Montrachet premiers crus in 12 wines (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/xWCI9h

26.02.2026 10:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Decanter Fine Wine Encounter returns to New York for its fifth year, bringing together extraordinary wines all under one roof ๐Ÿท

๐Ÿ“† Saturday June 6

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24.02.2026 14:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Spanish Viura/Macabeo: Panel tasting results - Decanter An impressive range of vintages, styles and regions confirms the quality and diversity to be enjoyed in these food-friendly Spanish Viura wines.

Consistent scoring across such an impressive range of vintages, styles and regions confirms the quality and diversity to be enjoyed in these food-friendly Spanish Viura wines (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/hwf2rK

24.02.2026 08:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Celebrating 175 years of Seppeltsfield with a taste of wine history and the 'new' 1926 Vintage Tawny release - Decanter Tasting history...

Celebrating 175 years of Seppeltsfield with a taste of wine history and the โ€˜newโ€™ 1926 Vintage Tawny release (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/ptefKN

23.02.2026 12:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Brunello di Montalcino 2021: Our expert's 10 smart picks for discerning buyers - Decanter Michaela Morris shares her value recommendations from the new 2021 vintage, picking 10 key bottles across long-term favourites and up-and-coming names.

Brunello di Montalcino 2021: Our expertโ€™s 10 smart picks for discerning buyers (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/rt9CMd

22.02.2026 10:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Editorsโ€™ picks: Bonus tips on wines to watch โ€“ February 2026 - Decanter Each month our editorial team tastes a lot of wine, but not all of it makes it onto the page. So hereโ€™s our in-house pick of other great wines weโ€™ve tried.

Editorsโ€™ picks: Bonus tips on wines to watch โ€“ February 2026 decanter.visitlink.me/cB_jqu

21.02.2026 11:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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20 expert-recommended Brunello Riserva 2020 you need, including one spectacular 100-point wine - Decanter Michaela Morris navigates the intricacies of the Riserva category in Brunello to pick out 20 top recommendations from the newly released 2020 vintage.

20 expert-recommended Brunello Riserva 2020 you need, including one spectacular 100-point wine (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/tGGte5

20.02.2026 15:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How Bordeaux 2016 surprised winemakers to compete with all-time greats - Decanter Bordeauxโ€™s lauded 2016 vintage has returned to the critical spotlight 10 years on from a growing season that kept winemakers guessing all the way...

How Bordeaux 2016 surprised winemakers to compete with all-time greats decanter.visitlink.me/DhIoFq

20.02.2026 08:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Brunello di Montalcino Vintage Report: The best of the 'intense' new 2021 wines - Decanter The 2021 vintage has lots to offer Sangiovese lovers, with intense, characterful wines boast surprising balance and solid potential, says Michaela Morris.

Brunello di Montalcino Vintage Report: The best of the โ€˜intenseโ€™ new 2021 wines decanter.visitlink.me/X885cs

19.02.2026 09:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Indian wine in five facts and five wines - Decanter Our expert travelled more than 3,000km and tasted over 150 wines across India โ€“ here are the five key facts and five standout wines you need to know.

Our expert travelled more than 3,000km and tasted over 150 wines across India โ€“ here are the five key facts and five standout wines you need to know (PAYWALL) decanter.visitlink.me/jM9PFl

18.02.2026 15:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Global Drink Wine Day: 15 wines to discover - Decanter To celebrate Global Drink Wine Day, we highlight a selection of 97-point wines from DWWA to discover classic styles and international benchmarks...

To celebrate Global Drink Wine Day, we highlight a selection of 97-point wines from DWWA to discover classic styles and global benchmarks decanter.visitlink.me/S6BFFL

18.02.2026 13:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Exploring Fuerteventura: From volcanic landscapes to the island's wine renaissance - Decanter Fuerteventura may be known for its beaches and all-inclusive resorts, but thereโ€™s far more to this jewel of biodiversity and historical heritage.

Exploring Fuerteventura: From volcanic landscapes to the islandโ€™s wine renaissance decanter.visitlink.me/qEWcLL

18.02.2026 10:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New York, itโ€™s the day youโ€™ve been waiting for ๐Ÿ“ฃ Tickets to Decanter Fine Wine Encounter New York 2026 are now on sale decanter.visitlink.me/3a76iJ ๐Ÿ—ฝ๐Ÿท๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ

17.02.2026 15:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0