2018 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Gold and Silver

With 183 Medals and Seals of Approval, China marked its best performing year at this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) by doubling the number of awards won last year, and scoring a total of 8 Gold Medals.

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Wines

The Wens, Family Reserve Nikollection Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 The Wens, Family Reserve Nikollection Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

The Wens, Family Reserve Nikollection Cabernet Gernischt, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Pepper and violet aromas mixed with hints of vanilla. The palate shows black fruits, spice and a chocolate finish.

Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Jade Vineyard, Aria Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Showing a vibrant nose of cherry and sweet spice, leading to a chocolatey palate mingled with mint, vanilla and smoke.

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016 Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

Tiansai Vineyards, Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
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A smoky nose with flint and toast, the palate shows almonds and hazelnut with green pineapple and a mineral finish.

Shandong Taila Winery, Taila Blanc Doux Vendange Tarif Italian Riesling, Weihai, Shandong, China 2016 Shandong Taila Winery, Taila Blanc Doux Vendange Tarif Italian Riesling, Weihai, Shandong, China 2016

Shandong Taila Winery, Taila Blanc Doux Vendange Tarif Italian Riesling, Weihai, Shandong, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
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Honeyed notes with waxy botrytis aromas, the palate is balanced with marmalade and dried apricot characters on a honey finish.

Ho-Lan Soul, Reserved Organic Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Ho-Lan Soul, Reserved Organic Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Ho-Lan Soul, Reserved Organic Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
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A ripe nose of coffee and dark berries. The palate is rounded showing blue fruit, sweet oak and balanced tannins.

Puchang Vineyard, Beichun, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2015 Puchang Vineyard, Beichun, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2015

Puchang Vineyard, Beichun, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
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Jammy aromas of dark berries, strawberry and candy floss lead to a soft palate of raisins, herbs and crisp tannins.

Zhongfei Winery, Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Zhongfei Winery, Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Zhongfei Winery, Reserve Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Cooked fruits and creme de cassis on the nose, the palate shows dominant strawberries, raisins and dark chocolate.

Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A taut nose of cherry, blackcurrant and toast. The palate is juicy with generous fruit, red berries and charred oak.

Zhongfei Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016 Zhongfei Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

Zhongfei Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A dense nose of ripe fruit and touches of marmalade, the liquorice palate evolves to show black fruit and figs.

Li's , Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Li's , Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Li's , Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
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Bramble fruits and lots of vanilla dominate the nose, the palate is displays intense blueberry, sweet spice and sappy tannins.

Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Pinot Noir, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
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A fruited nose of strawberry and cherry mirrors the sweet jammy palate of cherry, baked fruit and pepper.

Ningxia Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qian Hongyu Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014 Ningxia Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qian Hongyu Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

Ningxia Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qian Hongyu Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Earthy aromas of sawdust, liquorice and oak gliding onto a structured palate showing chocolate, sweet fruit and a sandy finish.

Xinjiang Milan Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016 Xinjiang Milan Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016

Xinjiang Milan Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
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A ripe nose of tobacco and cassis lead to a dense palate showing dark fruits, sweet spice and smooth tannins.

Greatwall, Hua Xia Great Cellar Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Changli, Hebei, China 2010 Greatwall, Hua Xia Great Cellar Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Changli, Hebei, China 2010

Greatwall, Hua Xia Great Cellar Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Changli, Hebei, China 2010

DWWA Silver

Silver
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Deeply spiced aromas of plum over leaf. The structured palate layers blackcurrant, vanilla and sweet spices on an oaked finish.

XinJiang Ruitaiqinglin, Guofei Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016 XinJiang Ruitaiqinglin, Guofei Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016

XinJiang Ruitaiqinglin, Guofei Shiraz, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Ripe brambles on the nose with hints of vanilla, the palate is chewy with blueberry, baking spice and smooth tannins.

Tiansai, Skyline of Gobi, The Year of Dog Chardonnay-Muscat, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2017 Tiansai, Skyline of Gobi, The Year of Dog Chardonnay-Muscat, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2017

Tiansai, Skyline of Gobi, The Year of Dog Chardonnay-Muscat, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2017

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Green fruit aromas of apple and pear mirror a fresh palate of orchard fruit with layers of plum and minerality.

Greatwall, Coastal Vineyard Superior Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China NV Greatwall, Coastal Vineyard Superior Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China NV

Greatwall, Coastal Vineyard Superior Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China NV

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Jammy fruitiness with hints of marmite on the nose, the palate shows black fruit, vanilla and velvet tannins.

Puchang Vineyard, Rkatsiteli, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2016 Puchang Vineyard, Rkatsiteli, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2016

Puchang Vineyard, Rkatsiteli, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Stone fruits and a touch of wood on the nose, leading to a palate of tropical fruit and vanilla oak.

Ho-Lan Soul , Holan King Organic Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Ho-Lan Soul , Holan King Organic Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Ho-Lan Soul , Holan King Organic Cabernet Franc, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

An attractive nose of candied strawberry and marzipan leads to a rounded palate showing sour cherry and stony minerality

Ningxia Lilan Winery, Lancui Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Ningxia Lilan Winery, Lancui Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Ningxia Lilan Winery, Lancui Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A fragrant nose layered with cassis, graphite and clove, melting into a chocolate palate showing baked spice and figs.

Chateau Miqin, Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Chateau Miqin, Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Chateau Miqin, Oak Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Fresh cassis with bright notes of violet and graphite, the palate shows concentrated black cherry, blueberry and chewy tannins.

Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014 Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

Helan Qingxue, Jiabeilan Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2014

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Stewed capsicum and blueberry develop in to a chewy palate of cassis, shortbread and sweet spice on graphite tannins.

Chateau Fenhe, Ice Wine, China 2015 Chateau Fenhe, Ice Wine, China 2015

Chateau Fenhe, Ice Wine, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Aromatic with tangerine, toffee and brioche leading to a textured palate of spice, lime and honey.

Zhong Fei Winery, ZunXiang Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Zhong Fei Winery, ZunXiang Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Zhong Fei Winery, ZunXiang Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A savoury nose showing blackcurrant leaf and olive, leading to a black cherry palate with crushed mint and graphite minerality

Chateau Pengsheng, Zijue Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2013 Chateau Pengsheng, Zijue Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2013

Chateau Pengsheng, Zijue Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2013

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A fruity nose of ripe blackcurrant and fine oak leads to a balanced palate showing spice, chocolate and smooth tannins.

Helan Mountain, Xiao Feng Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Helan Mountain, Xiao Feng Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Helan Mountain, Xiao Feng Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A marzipan nose with notes of cream and oak. The palate shows elegant stone fruits and vanilla overlaid with lees.

Ningxia Helanshan Manor, Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2013 Ningxia Helanshan Manor, Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2013

Ningxia Helanshan Manor, Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2013

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

Driven by dark fruits and cinnamon oak aromas, the palate is juicy with blackberry, vanilla and ripe tannins.

Jade Vineyard, Messenger Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015 Jade Vineyard, Messenger Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

Jade Vineyard, Messenger Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A vibrantly spiced nose of leather and sandalwood. The palate displays earthy minerality, cooked fruits and angular tannin.

Qingyu Chateau, Château de Mélodie Moqiong  Cabernet Sauvignon , Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Qingyu Chateau, Château de Mélodie Moqiong  Cabernet Sauvignon , Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Qingyu Chateau, Château de Mélodie Moqiong Cabernet Sauvignon , Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A clean vegetal nose with aromas of leaf and capsicum. The palate shows vanilla, chocolate and sweet spices.

Xinjiang Tangting Xialu Winery, Junhu Smaller Region Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015 Xinjiang Tangting Xialu Winery, Junhu Smaller Region Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015

Xinjiang Tangting Xialu Winery, Junhu Smaller Region Cabernet Sauvignon, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Silver

Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards

A vegetal element to the nose with liquorice and oak. The palate provides dark fruit with spice and chewy tannins.

Zhongfei Winery, Barrel Aged Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Zhongfei Winery, Barrel Aged Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Zhongfei Winery, Barrel Aged Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Intense and interesting on the nose with graphite and cassis, the palate shows well integrated smoky oak and blackberry leading to soft charcoal tannins

Taila Winery, Petit Manseng, Weihai, Shandong, China 2016 Taila Winery, Petit Manseng, Weihai, Shandong, China 2016

Taila Winery, Petit Manseng, Weihai, Shandong, China 2016

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

An attractive nose of dried tropical fruit, orange marmalade and spice. The juicy palate is dense with waxy peach, dried apricot and an impressive length. Don’t hesitate.

Zhongfei Winery, JinZun Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015 Zhongfei Winery, JinZun Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

Zhongfei Winery, JinZun Cabernet Sauvignon, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2015

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Plum notes with uber ripe blackcurrants and spiced cinnamon. The palate shows elegant black fruit, vanilla and fine grained tannins.

Chateau Changyu Icewine, Golden Icewine Valley Blue Label Vidal, Liaoning, China 2015 Chateau Changyu Icewine, Golden Icewine Valley Blue Label Vidal, Liaoning, China 2015

Chateau Changyu Icewine, Golden Icewine Valley Blue Label Vidal, Liaoning, China 2015

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Savoury notes are overlaid by flowers and lime on the nose. The palate shows candied peel mingled with hints of tea and oodles of marmalade.

Greatwall, Five Stars Marselan-Syrah, Penglai, Shandong, China NV Greatwall, Five Stars Marselan-Syrah, Penglai, Shandong, China NV

Greatwall, Five Stars Marselan-Syrah, Penglai, Shandong, China NV

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Ripe on the nose with hints of violet layered with oak and bacon. The fleshy palate displays chocolate, sweet spice and a meaty finish.

Jade Vineyard, Hyacinth, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016 Jade Vineyard, Hyacinth, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

Jade Vineyard, Hyacinth, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2016

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

A classical nose of cassis and violet with beautifully judged clove. The palate shows pure blueberry and blackcurrant with red pepper and rich tannins.

Carrel Manor, Crystal Pearl Reserve , Xinjiang, China 2014 Carrel Manor, Crystal Pearl Reserve , Xinjiang, China 2014

Carrel Manor, Crystal Pearl Reserve , Xinjiang, China 2014

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Aromas of spice and notes of coffee with black fruit and tar. The palate shows morello cherry and black plum with bourbon and chunky tannins_x000D_

XinJiang Ruitaiqinglin, Guofei Oak Barrels, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016 XinJiang Ruitaiqinglin, Guofei Oak Barrels, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016

XinJiang Ruitaiqinglin, Guofei Oak Barrels, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2016

DWWA Gold

Gold
Decanter World Wine Awards

Complex aromas of oak, coconut and dried fruits unveil a smoky palate showing heavy toast, blackcurrant and a touch of menthol on the finish.