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What is malolactic fermentation? - ask Decanter
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What does maceration mean? - ask Decanter
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What is ullage in wine and should you worry? – ask Decanter
How important is it when buying wine?...
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What is light strike in wine? Ask Decanter
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Wine colour: What can it tell you? – Ask Decanter
How much information can you extract by just looking at the colour of a wine?
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How to chill wine quickly - ask Decanter
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How do online wine auctions work? Ask Decanter
What are the basics you need to know if you're thinking of getting involved?
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Where can I buy old wine? Ask Decanter
How should you go about finding them?
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Taste like a pro: 12 classic French wines to test your skills
Bottles that can train your palate, from classic Sancerre to quintessential Côte-Rôtie.
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Best Bordeaux anniversary buys: From 10-60 years
Looking for the perfect celebratory gift to mark a birthday or special occasion?
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How to host a virtual wine tasting – Ask Decanter
What to think about and prepare before hosting an online tasting?
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Versatile wines that can pair with all sorts of meals
It’s always good to have a go-to wine that can adapt to all sorts of dining situations....
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Great wines to drink with fried rice
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How long does bag-in-box wine last? - ask Decanter
How long can you keep them...?
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Great wines to drink with pasta dishes
Some classic styles to consider, with a focus on Italy...
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What is a Bordeaux blend? Ask Decanter
What does it mean when a wine is called a 'Bordeaux blend'?
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What is orange wine? Ask Decanter
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Decanter's guide to anniversary wines 2020
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Festive tasting notes decoded: Christmas spices in your wine?
Don't get caught out at tastings, know your notes...
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What is smoke taint in wine?
What does the smoke from a forest fire do to the vines....?
