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What is a vertical tasting? - ask Decanter

A vertical tasting compares the wines of one estate or producer

What does AVA mean in wine?

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What is malolactic fermentation? - ask Decanter

All you need to know about MLF

What does maceration mean? - ask Decanter

Confused about what it means...?

What is ullage in wine and should you worry? – ask Decanter

How important is it when buying wine?...

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?

How to chill wine quickly - ask Decanter

What's the quickest way to cool a bottle of wine?

How do online wine auctions work? Ask Decanter

What are the basics you need to know if you're thinking of getting involved?

Where can I buy old wine? Ask Decanter

How should you go about finding them?

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.

Best Bordeaux anniversary buys: From 10-60 years

Looking for the perfect celebratory gift to mark a birthday or special occasion?

How to host a virtual wine tasting – Ask Decanter

What to think about and prepare before hosting an online tasting?

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....

Great wines to drink with fried rice

How long does bag-in-box wine last? - ask Decanter

How long can you keep them...?

Great wines to drink with pasta dishes

Some classic styles to consider, with a focus on Italy...

What is a Bordeaux blend? Ask Decanter

What does it mean when a wine is called a 'Bordeaux blend'?

What is orange wine? Ask Decanter

The future's bright...

Decanter's guide to anniversary wines 2020

Festive tasting notes decoded: Christmas spices in your wine?

Don't get caught out at tastings, know your notes...