Andy Howard MW
Decanter Magazine, Italian Expert and DWWA 2019 Regional Chair for Southern Italy
Andy Howard MW became a Master of Wine in 2011 and runs his own consultancy business, Vinetrades Ltd, which focuses on education, judging, investment and sourcing.
He previously worked for Marks & Spencer as a buyer for over 30 years and was responsible as wine buyer for Burgundy, Bordeaux, Loire, Champagne, Italy, North and South America, South Africa, England, Port and Sherry.
Although his key areas of expertise are Burgundy and Italy, he also has great respect for the wines of South America and South Africa, as well as a keen interest in the wines from South West France
He is a Decanter contributing editor and writes a regular column on the UK wine retail trade for JancisRobinson.com.
At the 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) he was the Regional Chair for Southern Italy.
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Tasting Vin de Constance
2016 is another stunning vintage for Vin de Constance
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Exploring quality at Maison Albert Bichot plus 17 wines worth seeking out
One of the largest and most dynamic producers in the region...
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Hamilton Russell Vineyards: producer profile
A look at one of South Africa’s iconic wine estates...
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Aglianico focus: Is it the Nebbiolo of the south?
The future for this ancient grape looks promising...
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45 top global Bordeaux red blends
Here are top-end Bordeaux red blends to try...
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Château-Grillet: How recent releases compare to other top Rhône Viogniers
Comparing Grillet's vintages to some of the region's other top rated Viognier wines...
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Top red Burgundy comparative tasting: 2003 & 2004
Andy Howard tastes more than 30 red wines from the 2003 and 2004 vintages...
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Château Rocheyron: The St-Emilion project of Pingus founder Peter Sisseck
An under-the-radar St-Emilion estate....
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Top 10 Bordeaux 2015 wines
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A Decanter guide to Chablis Premier Cru
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Christie's Hospices de Beaune tasting: 2015 & 2016
Andy Howard MW reports...
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Identifying the best Burgundy vineyards
Andy Howard MW picks out some of his top Burgundy vineyards...
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Top 30 carbonic maceration reds
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Pinot Noir blends - Ask Decanter
Why don't we see more of them...?
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Top Italian reds for under £15/$20
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Beyond Claret: 30 great alternatives to snap up
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Top 20 sweet & fortified wines for Christmas
It's the ideal time to break out those delightful liquid treats....
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Panel tasting: Best Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadenes
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Top volcanic wines
Top wines from volcanic terroirs...
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Champagne panel tasting: Bottles to look for under £40
Our experts rate grower and own-label Champagnes under £40...