In der aktuellen Ausgabe von Decanter UK

• Uncorked
  A snapshot of what’s happening in the world of wine 
• Dr Dimitri Van Limbergen and Dr Paulina Komar
  Fresh clues to Roman winemaking were recently unlocked by Dr Dimitri Van Limbergen, of the Department of Archaeology at Ghent University, and Dr Paulina Komar, of the Faculty of History at the University of Warsaw, who explored archaeological and literary evidence surrounding ‘dolia’ earthenware vessels – aided by comparisons to qvevri in modern-day Georgia
• US West Coast THE NEW VANGUARD
  Wine regions in the western coastal states of the US are home to an emerging crop of creative young winemakers who are pushing the American wine scene in exciting new directions. We focus in on four key names to know
• 30 TOP BUYS American Syrah
  There’s a common perception of Syrah produced in the US – too much oak, too much alcohol – that is increasingly outdated as a dedicated band of winemakers put their faith in the Rhône variety and work to bring it out of the shadows
• Chappellet
  Napa Valley pioneers, the Chappellet family was instrumental in putting the region on the map thanks to its now-legendary Cabernet Sauvignons
• Napa Cabernet 2022
  Decanter’s Napa correspondent attended California’s annual trade event, Premiere Napa Valley. Based on his own barrel tastings at the event, here he offers a preview of Napa’s 2022 vintage Cabernet Sauvignons
• Wine in the US: a fraught evolution
  Despite the repeal of Prohibition in 1933 and the unarguable ascent of wine quality in the US since the 1970s, the nation as a whole has been slow to embrace wine as part of its everyday culture. Why is that so?
• Barolo 2020
  The 2020 growing season was hot, but tempered by occurrences of rain and a beneficial lack of heat spikes. Many good wines have been made – witness the high scores in this selection of 30 – but take advice if you’re looking for longer-term keepers
• Ahr
  Small it may be, but this steep-sloped valley to the north of Germany’s most famous wine regions is both a picturesque tourist draw and a powerhouse of quality Pinot Noir
• VODKA 101
  Wheat, rye, corn, potatoes, peas… Vodka can be distilled from a whole range of raw ingredients, but what difference do they make to the finished spirit?
• ARTICHOKE & CAPER STUFFED CALAMARI
  Inspired by the Greek tradition of stuffing squid, this novel recipe provides the perfect excuse for exploring the white wines of Greece
• Herzegovina A wine lover’s guide
  With Mostar named European City of Wine Dionisio 2024, now is the perfect time to explore Herzegovina. This hidden corner of the Balkans has a viticultural history that dates back two millennia and revolves around two unusual local grapes
• Oregon Pinot Gris
  We invite a leading sommelier to pick a go-to, personal favourite grape variety or wine style
• BUYING GUIDE
  EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS AND ESSENTIAL READING
• Editors picks
  Each month our editorial team tastes a lot of wine, but not all of it makes it onto the page. So here’s our in-house pick of other great wines we’ve tried
• Premium Argentinian Malbec
  Excellent results across the span of Argentina’s prime wine-growing territories, plus some lesser-known areas, saw 60% of these premium Malbecs rated 90pts or more, offering ‘great drinkability’ in many styles
• US Merlot
  Sideways the movie may have turned Merlot into a punchline following its release back in 2004, but the popularity of wines made with the grape in the US remains undimmed, and our judges have uncovered some gems
• US Riesling
  Producers west to east across the US are increasingly enthused by the fruit-filled exuberance of the white grape that’s such a popular choice among many in the wine trade globally
• WEEKDAY WINES
  The Decanter in-house tasting team spends a great deal of time out and about at tastings, finding new and exciting wines, or new vintages of existing wines, for everyday drinking. On these pages we bring you 25 top picks that are all ready to drink now, available in the UK and priced at £20 or less
• WEEKEND WINES
  Get through the working week, and it’s time to crack open something a little bit more special. As a companion selection to our 25 wines under £20, the Decanter team has selected seven standout bottles that are sure to impress, all available in the UK and priced between £20 and £50
• SIX ICONS OF RIOJA
  These powerful wines represent the very best of the region, but what makes them stand out? Whether it’s down to terroir, winemaking, ageing, or something else that simply defies description, each one has a reputation that precedes it – for good reason
• IN PRAISE OF OLD VINES
  Rioja’s wine-growers are busy exploring and celebrating the heritage of their oldest vineyards. Here, we look at why old vines are important to the region, the role they could play in the future, and meet the researchers leading the movement
• Vintagespotlight: 2014 and 2004
  A tasting of two very different vintages, 10 and 20 years on, proves that vintage is key to Rioja quality and ageability, with only the top estates coming up trumps in less favourable years
• Rioja Alavesa
  The smallest sub-zone in Rioja has plenty to shout about: it’s a birthplace for new ideas and styles that have been shaping the wider region’s identity since the 1900s, and the home of some of Spain’s most creative winemakers
• Beyond the CLASSICS
  Rioja’s reputation may have been built on its red wines, classified by ageing, but there’s much more to the region than these styles. An increasing number of rosé, orange, sparkling and cosechero wines are adding diversity to the vinous landscape
• Top tips for buying Rioja
  The wide range of styles on offer, all at vastly different prices, can make the process of buying Rioja wines tricky to navigate. Follow our experts’ advice to find out what to look for, and discover where the real value lies
• A world of FLAVOUR
  While Rioja wine and Spanish food are natural bedfellows, it’s worth looking beyond the obvious food pairings and exploring different cuisines to really appreciate the versatility of the region’s wines
• RIOJA’S BEST WINE BARS
  A visit to a wine bar in Spain is as much about the food on offer as it is about the wine list, and Rioja has raised the practice of tapear – going out for wine with tapas or pinchos – to a fine art. These top venues showcase both local dishes and wines from the region
• EXPLORING Rioja
  From Michelin-star dining and helicopter trips to family adventure parks and walking trails, here’s our guide to what’s on offer in the region for different types of wine tourist, whatever your needs and whatever your budget
• Viñedos Singulares
  A tasting of wines celebrating individual vineyard expression proved that while some producers are hesitant to join this relatively new category, there are treasures to be found among those wines that are on offer
• White Rioja
  This tasting highlighted the quality potential of Rioja’s white wines and proved that aged Viura is the region’s star performer when it comes to whites
• Marketwatch
  News from the world of investments and auctions
• WORTH THE WAIT
  Should you be opening your Rioja to enjoy now, or is it best to keep it for a few more years? Here’s our guide to how different vintages fare over time