Here are the 75 wines that have particularly impressed our staff and contributors in 2018, re-tasted blind by an expert panel. Tina Gellie reports...

Re-tasted and rated after being chosen by staff and contributors...

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A single bottle of Penfolds Grange 1951 has sold for more than A$80,000, beating its previous record and confirming its status as the most expensive Australian wine sold at auction, according to Langton's.

One bottle sold for more than A$80,000...

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Winemaker Eduardo Jordán has been appointed as the new technical director of Miguel Torres Chile, replacing Fernando Almeda who will leave the company in January.

A new technical director...

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Looking for something slightly different to try in 2019? Margaret Rand, author of 101 Wines to Try Before You Die, recommends ten intriguing bottles to get you ahead of the curve...

Margaret Rand recommends a selection of offbeat bottles that no wine lover should miss...

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A Christmas top 10 you won't want to miss. Richard Woodard picks his top 10 whiskies for you - or Father Christmas - to enjoy this festive season...

Top choices to enjoy this Christmas...

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Oz Clarke delivers a rollicking read together with some great wine knowledge in his new book. Settle in and enjoy the ride...

'A rollicking read together with some great wine knowledge...'

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Pick one of these English sparkling wines to serve to family and friends this Christmas...

Try something from closer to home this Christmas..

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If Christmas is always the same in your household you might be intrigued to know how they spend it Down Under – or in places even colder than the UK! Fiona Beckett asks four New World winemakers what makes a traditional Christmas for them and how they eat and drink

If Christmas is always the same in your household you might be intrigued to know how they spend it Down Under – or in places even colder than the UK. Fiona Beckett asks four New World winemakers what makes a traditional Christmas for them and how they eat and drink

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Its wines may be little known beyond its borders, but Switzerland boasts a wealth of characterful viticultural areas and many native grapes. Robin Kick MW introduces four key varieties and recommends 10 excellent wines to try...

Its wines may be little known beyond its borders, but Switzerland boasts a wealth of characterful viticultural areas and many native grapes. Robin Kick MW introduces four key varieties and recommends 10 excellent wines to try

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Eduardo Dingler explores the growth in canned wine sales in the USA - and at $25 dollars a can in some cases, it's not just the house wines...

How good are they..?

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LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is set to acquire the London-based high-end travel and hospitality company extending its luxury goods supply channels around the world.

The agreement will see LVMH take over the Belmond brand, formerly known as Orient-Express Hotels, and its global portfolio of …Continue reading »

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Organic produce has been a growing trend over the past decade and according to a recent study, the spotlight is now turning to wine.

In partnership with Sudvinbio and the Occitanie Region.

The study – The Future Potential for Organic Wine – was commissioned by SudVinBio, the French organic viticulture association, and …Continue reading »

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Andrew Jefford says that vintage Port should (also) be sampled in its youth...

Why vintage Port should (also) be sampled in its youth...

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Beef is a haven for red wine, effortlessly pairing with almost anything with a degree of success. But if you have splashed out on the Waygu and you want to impress your in-laws, these tips will keep you happily married for another year...

Beef is a great option for Christmas, especially as there are so many different cuts. Decanter leads you through some top wine pairing tips...

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See the wines that have made Stephen Brook's end-of-year highlights, with exclusive tasting notes for Decanter Premium members...

His end of year highlights...

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