In der aktuellen Ausgabe von Decanter UK

• Uncorked
  A snapshot of what’s happening in the world of wine
• ANDREW JEFFORD
  ‘We face three challenges: lack of rain, manpower and tourism’
• ROGER JONES
  ‘Recent experiences have reignited my enthusiasm for NZ Sauvignon’
• FIRST LOOK Bordeaux 2024
  To assess this weather-hit vintage, the en primeur tastings in April became vital. Here, our Bordeaux editor gives her early insight, ahead of the full analysis and her pick of recommended wines that will follow in our next issue and on Decanter Premium
• WINE, MODER AT ION & PLEASURE
  How do you enjoy wine so that it’s a consistently positive part of your life? Ultimately it’s about personal responsibility and mindful enjoyment
• Sober SOMMS
  It sounds like an oxymoron, but they’re out there, along with those cutting back. So what can they teach us about responsible drinking?
• BAROLO 2021
  Despite damaging early frosts, the excellent 2021 vintage has produced an impressive return of good to excellent wines across the board: ‘a modern benchmark’
• HAMPSHIRE
  As the climate warms and the industry matures, Hampshire is proving to be one of the prime territories for producing some of England’s most elegant and delicate sparkling wines
• Chacra Chardonnay A meeting of minds
  In the extreme terroir of Patagonian Argentina, two heirs to renowned European winemaking lineages are crafting a new paradigm for world-class Chardonnay
• FOUR DECADES OF Cloudy Bay
  As Cloudy Bay celebrates its 40th anniversary, we take a look back at the history of this iconic New Zealand winery
• My other passion DRESSAGE
  with Maya Dalla Valle of Dalla Valle Vineyards
• Distilled
  Your guide to the latest trends in spirits and cocktails
• Clear contenders
  Created to be characterful rather than neutral, the latest wave of British vodkas put taste first
• Books etc
  Does alcohol really make the world go round, asks our regular reviewer
• What to pair with No- and low-alcohol drinks
  As people become more mindful about their drinking, no- and low-alcohol tipples are rapidily rising in popularity. But what should we be eating with them?
• FROM ALPS TO LAKE A wine lover’s guide to Lavaux
  Switzerland’s picturesque World Heritage-listed vineyard terraces should be on the must-visit list for wine lovers
• Wine wisdom
  Our regular learning section helps you get more from your glass
• 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
• Cape red blends
  All featuring Pinotage, South Africa’s diverse range of Cape blends demonstrate assured winemaking that makes them a safe choice for fans of bold and generously fruited reds
• 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 £30 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 £30, the Decanter team has selected seven standout bottles that are sure to impress, all available in the UK and priced between £30 and £60
• The best of the US
  Diverse and dynamic wines beyond expectation
• Market watch
  News from the world of investments and auctions
• GO-TO BORDEAUX
  Who better than staff members from across the various departments of Decanter to share their drinking inspiration? Twelve from the Decanter team have picked a favourite wine each that they would recommend heartily for your everyday (or weekend) enjoyment – and most priced at under £20 a bottle
• Les ETRANGERS
  International vintners are undeterred by steep costs and strict regulations in Bordeaux, bringing fresh perspectives to the region
• Building the future
  From suspended tanks to raw earth walls, Bordeaux’s wineries are blending centuries-old tradition with cutting-edge innovation to redefine excellence in winemaking
• LIMESTONE SOUL
  The secret’s in the soil – or under it, in the case of St-Emilion, where the region’s limestone bedrock plateau really does lie at the heart of the identity of many of its best wines. Discover the magic of the plateau, and the differences it makes…
• The Decanter interview JEAN-EMMANUEL DANJOY
  The technical director and head winemaker at first growth Château Mouton Rothschild reflects on his rapid ascent, coping with pressure, and his favourite Mouton vintage
• 2015 REVISITED 10 years on
  In many ways the year that proved the Bordeaux ‘rule of fives’, 2015 produced so many good to great wines it’s hard to go far wrong. Yet, a decade on, guidance is key to determine which are drinking soon and which to leave for longer. Our expert picks 25 highlights of the vintage
• THE famous ‘5’ VINTAGES
  In recent memory, it has become an accepted likelihood that the vintage that comes around every tenth year and ends in the digit 5 will turn out to be somewhere between very good and great. Here, we examine the remarkable track record of (mostly) success going back over the last eight decades
• TRUE GRIT Bordeaux’s organic revolution
  Organic viticulture isn’t easy here, but there’s a growing shift nevertheless. Our Bordeaux correspondent explains the challenges, and picks 20 top buys for the eco-conscious drinker
• MY BORDEAUX 10 city hotspots to seek out
  At the centre of the world wine trade, Bordeaux city centre is full of great places to drink good wine. Take the advice of a local and head to these top spots next time you visit
• Take THREE
  Our Contributing Editor and expert on Bordeaux has followed developments at many estates over decades of visiting. Here he reveals the vision and financial input that have transformed the quality of the wines at a trio of them
• Médoc GCC 2016
  A highly rated vintage for these top estates on the Left Bank, so how are the wines stacking up? Very well, going by the high scores, though many can be left to mature further
• Montagne St-Emilion
  This low-profile Right Bank sub-region is really coming into its own, thanks to changing climatic conditions and a new focus on highlighting the fruit
• SIP YOUNG, SAVOUR OLD
  At what stage is it best to open a Sauternes, and how best to enjoy it? Our Contributing Editor gives his expert guidance…
• STYLE COUNSEL
  Bordeaux’s diverse range of fresh and vibrant dry whites are surging in popularity