• Top Wine News of 2025

    Challenging economic times, tariffs, health advisories and fraud were some of the trends that dominated the news in wine in 2025. And yet, there were plenty of bright spots this year as well.Looking back at the highest-drawing news stories of the past 12 months, worry was a persistent theme. The wine industry had grappled with sluggish sales in 2024, and there was no sign of that improving, thanks to inflation and economic uncertainty. Those who love imported wine also knew that President Donald
  • Four decades of Château Margaux: A Decanter Fine Wine Encounter Masterclass

    Château Margaux masterclass Singapore 2025At Decanter’s Fine Wine Encounter, few masterclasses feel quite as electrifying as Château Margaux. Yet tasting nearly four decades of the Bordeaux first growth’s wines alongside a member of the owning family remains a rare privilege.
    Led by Alexis Leven-Mentzelopoulos, Château Margaux’s CEO and the third generation of his family to steward the estate, the special occasion offered not just a vertical tasting, but a win
  • Festive Champagne pairings for global cuisines

    Tom hewson recommends the Champagnes to pair with different global cuisinesAn Antipodean Christmas barbecue
    Smoke, char and spice can be cruel palate partners to delicate Champagnes. It’s a shame to bypass the bubbles entirely, though.
    So look out for Pinot-heavy Champagnes that have perhaps seen some oak or a decent level of ageing (vintage level or above), such as Bollinger’s latest B16 limited edition vintage.
    This is also great territory for juicier, deeper styles of rosé
  • Matt Walls: Reflections on 2025 and his favourite Rhône wines of the year

    Last year’s calendar goes in the bin; this year’s, freshly peeled from its cellophane wrapper, is fixed to the wall.
    The reassuring customs of Christmas and New Year lend a steadying hand through this time of endings and new beginnings.
    One tradition I like to keep is counting down my top 10 wines of the year. The most memorable wines, those that have moved me, those that have made the greatest impression. Counting my blessings.
    This year the process brought some painful recent closu
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