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Vintage Guides

Vintage Guides

Which is a good year for wines from the world’s key growing regions? Our vintage guides section is here to help you, whether it’s information on Bordeaux, Burgundy, Tuscany or California that you’re after.

Find our en primeur coverage here

Australia Vintage Guide
Bordeaux Vintage Guide
Burgundy Vintage Guide
California vintage guide
En Primeur
Germany vintage guide
Oregon Vintage Guide
Piedmont Vintage Guide
Rhône Vintage Guide
Rioja Vintage Guide
South Africa Vintage Guide

Bordeaux 2025 en primeur: Everything you need to know with Decanter's expert insights

Exclusive coverage not to miss...

By Chris Mercer Published 28 April 26
‘If the Bordeaux 2025 campaign isn't successful, then En Primeur is dead’ – Edouard Moueix

We are used to Bordeaux’s movers and shakers dressing up each new vintage with a positive spin. But as the region gears up for a pivotal En Primeur season, one of its highest profile names is taking a more forthright approach.

By Guy Woodward Published 8 April 26
Decanter's first taste of the Bordeaux 2025 En Primeur samples, plus a reminder of the growing season and its impact on quality and quantity

A taste of things to come...

By Georgie Hindle Last updated 7 April 26
Barbaresco 2023 & Riserva 2021: Our expert recommendations

Discover how this rollercoaster vintage yielded deliciously drinkable Barbarescos.

By Michaela Morris Published 7 April 26
Our Barolo Riserva 2020 recommendations: ‘Immediate harmony and instant enjoyment’

With some stellar late releases...

By Michaela Morris Published 2 April 26

Barolo 2022: Our top value finds

Going back to the classics...

By Michaela Morris Published 1 April 26
Barolo 2022: Our guide to the ‘against-all odds’ vintage

Getting to grips with a tricky vintage...

By Michaela Morris Published 31 March 26
Stars of Bordeaux 2023 in-bottle tastings: 600 wine reviews

Georgie Hindle assesses the first growths, up-scorers from En Primeur and value stars from over 600 new tasting notes from the Bordeaux 2023 in-bottle tastings.

By Georgie Hindle Published 30 March 26
Cru Bourgeois 2023: Value stars to seek out in the Médoc

Some of Bordeaux's best value wines...

By Georgie Hindle Published 30 March 26
Bordeaux 2023 retasted in bottle: 30 of the finest wines from this excellent vintage

A vintage full of surprises...

By Georgie Hindle Published 1 March 26
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2023 in bottle: A first look at a powerful vintage of great potential

Structured and balanced wines from another adundant year...

By Natalie Earl Published 10 February 26

Burgundy 2024: Five producers that stood out in a fickle vintage

Five essential names to know...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 29 January 26
Our expert’s top 25 Côtes du Rhône 2024 wines

Lots of fresh drinkable wines to choose from...

By Matt Walls Last updated 27 January 26
Vintage preview: These new Brunello di Montalcino 2021s caught our expert’s attention

10 Brunellos which wowed Alessandra Piubello...

By Alessandra Piubello Last updated 27 January 26
Burgundy 2024 en primeur: White wines shine amid a small and challenging harvest

Care to be taken to find greatness in tiny yields...

By Charles Curtis MW Last updated 27 January 26
Best value Burgundy 2024 wines en primeur

Fine picks down south...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 26 January 26
Chassagne & Puligny-Montrachet 2024: The ‘irresistible’ wines to have in your cellar

Wines with lasting appeal for Chardonnay lovers...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 25 January 26

Meursault 2024: Top picks from a host of ageworthy wines

Top producers overcame weather obstacles and some great wines emerged from Meursault in 2024, often showing the structure for ageing.

By Charles Curtis MW Published 24 January 26
Pommard & Volnay 2024: Pick of the bunch from an early-drinking set of wines

A drinking vintage...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 23 January 26
Vosne-Romanée & Nuits-St-Georges 2024: Top buys from a lively and fruity bunch

Approach with caution and do your research...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 22 January 26
Chambolle-Musigny 2024: Our expert’s picks from a tiny offering

The wines to buy en primeur from a miniscule bunch...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 21 January 26
Morey-St-Denis 2024: Winemaking talent shines amid challenges

Rapid adaptations and creative thinking in a tumultuous year...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 21 January 26
Gevrey-Chambertin 2024: The best of the year’s ‘crisp and fresh’ wines

Do your research before buying...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 20 January 26

Festive Champagne pairings for global cuisines

Bubbles and food around the world...

By Tom Hewson Published 23 December 25
Blanc de noirs Champagne: Panel tasting results

Glorious, darker-edged Champagne...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 21 December 25
Top five best value Grosses Gewächs to try

Great value from Germany...

By Caro Maurer MW Published 12 December 25
Burgundy 2024: What to expect from a topsy-turvy vintage

High rainfall and low sunshine make for a very different year...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 11 December 25
Chablis 2024 vintage report: The must-buy wines from classic but tiny crop

Discover buying tips from our expert...

By Charles Curtis MW Published 8 December 25
Lirac & Tavel 2024: The most characterful top-scoring wines

Some good value to be had...

By Matt Walls Published 4 December 25

Gigondas, Vacqueyras & Beaumes de Venise 2024: The very best wines from a standout year

Gigondas rules the roost this year...

By Matt Walls Published 3 December 25
Rasteau, Cairanne & Vinsobres 2024: The best of the vintage’s ‘precise and drinkable’ wines

A safe bet for enjoyment and drinkability...

By Matt Walls Published 2 December 25
Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2024: Best picks from a fresh and vibrant bunch

A tale of contrasts...

By Matt Walls Published 1 December 25