Decanter Magazine - January 2025

In this issue

Wines of the year - Our Editors pick their 65 standouts.

Drinking in 2025 - We reveal what wine lovers will be going crazy for this year.

'I have had it with stemware -enough already'

As I move my belongings out of boxes and into the cabinets of my recently remodelled kitchen, I'm discovering that I have, over the years, been bamboozled into buying wine glasses in eight different shapes.

2 mins

WINES OF THE YEAR 2024 Regional highlights

As we welcome in a new year, it’s ro, not too late to shine a spotlight on A some of our star bottles of 2024. Here, Decanter’s seven Regional Editors cherry pick 65 wines from Yel gokH aan ols 6 9 A 0-21 0) 1-1 scoring between 95 and 100 points

10+ mins

BURGUNDY 2023

Following on from the success of 2022, Burgundy has once again produced a vintage that offers both quality and quantity, but weather conditions were such that the results are patchier. Thankfully, you have our expert's selection of 50 excellent wines to point you in the right direction

10+ mins

Juan Pablo Murgia

Overseeing production at the world's southernmost vineyards is just the latest chapter in the story of one of Argentina's most talented winemakers

3 mins

Colour code

Is synaesthesia the sommelier's secret weapon?

4 mins

New spirits for the new year

Give your drinks shelf a refresh with five favourite finds and new releases from recent tastings...

2 mins

Hebridean whisky

The spotlight frequently falls on Islay, but there's more for Scotch lovers to explore in the Hebrides. Discover a new wave of distinctive whisky

2 mins

What to pair with vegetarian & vegan food

Many of us are trying to eat less meat, but where does that leave us wine-wise? Here are some handy tips

2 mins

Quebec wine routes

This young but rapidly growing winemaking region in southeastern Canada is a bucolic wonderland of gourmet farm-to-table restaurants, inventive distilleries and welcoming cellar doors

5 mins

Muscadet

These subtle, nuanced whites appear to have been somewhat forgotten. It's high time we checked in on the Loire valley's western stronghold

2 mins

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Indulge in a world of fine wines and epicurean delights with Decanter Magazine. your ultimate guide to the intricate world of wines, from grape to glass. Uncover the stories behind the labels, explore tasting notes, and gain insights from experts.

Decanter Magazine, by Future, is a prestigious publication that has been the voice of the wine industry for wine lovers, enthusiasts, and experts alike. With a history spanning decades, it continues to be the go-to source for those who appreciate the art and science of wine.

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* Expert Advice: Benefit from expert tips and advice on wine selection, storage, and serving, ensuring you enjoy every bottle to the fullest.

* Wine Travel: Embark on virtual wine journeys through articles on wine regions, vineyard tours, and wine-related travel experiences.


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