2024 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze II (87 points)

This year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) saw Ningxia emerge as the frontrunner, securing 85 medals. Xinjiang followed closely with 32 medals, while Shandong producers proudly took home 17 medals.

Read the full story about Chinese wines in 2024 DWWA。

More about the award winners:

2024 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Gold and Silver I (92 points and above)

2024 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Silver II (90-91 points)

2024 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze I (88-89 points)

2024 DWWA: Award-winning Chinese wines - Bronze III (86 points)

Wines

Tangtingxialu Winery, Beiting Cabernet Sauvignon, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2021 Tangtingxialu Winery, Beiting Cabernet Sauvignon, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2021

Tangtingxialu Winery, Beiting Cabernet Sauvignon, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Juicy cooked plums aromas with notes of blackcurrant jam. Crunchy chocolate flavours on the palate.

Tangtingxialu Winery, Welschriesling, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2023 Tangtingxialu Winery, Welschriesling, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2023

Tangtingxialu Winery, Welschriesling, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2023

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Relatively shy on the nose with touches of yellow citrus and peach. Textured with slightly warming finish.

Chateau Loulan, Shigui Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2018 Chateau Loulan, Shigui Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2018

Chateau Loulan, Shigui Cabernet Sauvignon, Turpan, Xinjiang, China 2018

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Cedar and dark cherry on the nose with nuances of tobacco and coffee. Juicy and ripe on the palate.

Petit Mont, Helan Mountain Cuvée Prestige Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Petit Mont, Helan Mountain Cuvée Prestige Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Petit Mont, Helan Mountain Cuvée Prestige Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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On the nose, fresh blackberry, blueberry, floral, exotic with spices and black pepper. Rich and harmonious.

Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qian Hongyu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qian Hongyu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Qian Hongyu Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lots of ripe cassis, red fruits, liquorice and sarsaparilla aromas. Fleshy and polished, generous on the palate.

Cofco Great Wall Penglai, Greatwall Longji Vineyard Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021 Cofco Great Wall Penglai, Greatwall Longji Vineyard Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

Cofco Great Wall Penglai, Greatwall Longji Vineyard Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Perfumed nose with violets, black cherry, blackberry and blueberry. Ripe and soft on the palate.

Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Classic 20, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Classic 20, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Classic 20, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Mature fruit with secondary tobacco and vegetal notes. Earthy and accesible, very enjoyable and harmonious.

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Selected Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2021 Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Selected Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2021

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Selected Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Restrained nose with savoury fruits and touches of smoke. Nice and pleasant mouthfeel, fresh and plush.

Li's Winery, Family Reserve Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Li's Winery, Family Reserve Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Li's Winery, Family Reserve Shiraz, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Fresh blackberry, red plum, white pepper and raisin aromas. Very soft and plush, warm finish.

Cofco Great Wall Chateau Sungod, Chief Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018 Cofco Great Wall Chateau Sungod, Chief Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

Cofco Great Wall Chateau Sungod, Chief Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Fresh cassis in the nose, hints of mint and liquorice. Evolved, with resolved tannins.

Chateau Hedong, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Chateau Hedong, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Chateau Hedong, Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Strawberry and red cherry with dark chocolate spice and orange peel aromas. Very refreshing style.

Yizhu Winery, Icewine, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020 Yizhu Winery, Icewine, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020

Yizhu Winery, Icewine, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Amber colour. Aromas of tea, dried apricots, caramel and orange marmaled. Rich texture, youthful palate.

Silk Road Vineyards, Five-Star Selection, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020 Silk Road Vineyards, Five-Star Selection, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020

Silk Road Vineyards, Five-Star Selection, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe strawberry on the nose with polished vanilla undertones. Fine grained tannins, savoury on the palate.

Hongyida Brewery, Wulanqing, Inner Mongolia, China 2023 Hongyida Brewery, Wulanqing, Inner Mongolia, China 2023

Hongyida Brewery, Wulanqing, Inner Mongolia, China 2023

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Vibrant lime and citrus aromas with notes of white flowers. Vibrant and salty on the palate.

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Selected Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2022 Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Selected Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2022

Chateau Kings, Oak Barrel Selected Marselan, Changli, Hebei, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
Decanter World Wine Awards

On the nose, lovely perfume of violets, ripe black cherry with oaky nuances. Slightly powdery tannins.

Cofco Great Wall Penglai, Greatwall Longji Vineyard Late Harvest Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021 Cofco Great Wall Penglai, Greatwall Longji Vineyard Late Harvest Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

Cofco Great Wall Penglai, Greatwall Longji Vineyard Late Harvest Marselan, Penglai, Shandong, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Spicy nose with aromas of liquorice, moka and blackcurrant. Smoky on the finish, pleasant and long.

Chateau Xianghai, Chi Marselan, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2021 Chateau Xianghai, Chi Marselan, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2021

Chateau Xianghai, Chi Marselan, Manas, Xinjiang, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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On the nose, perfumed violets, spices, blackberry, blackcurrant and slightly herbal. Graceful on the palate.

Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
Decanter World Wine Awards

Appley nose with aromas of lemon and melon fruit. Some oak in the palate, plesant acidity.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Reserve Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Reserve Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Reserve Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Restrained honey and butter nose with nuances of ripe apples. Buttery texture on the palate.

Chateau Mihope, Artist Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Chateau Mihope, Artist Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Chateau Mihope, Artist Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Smoky nose with notes of Kenya ccoffe and ripe dark fruits. Woody grip, vinous on the palate.

Silk Road Vineyards, Harvest, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2021 Silk Road Vineyards, Harvest, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2021

Silk Road Vineyards, Harvest, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Aromas of blueberries with fresh figs and pruntes. The palate is intense and powerful, with assertive tannins.

Chateau Crescent, Berry Selection Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2022 Chateau Crescent, Berry Selection Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2022

Chateau Crescent, Berry Selection Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Quite playful nose with lots of new oak, black cherry and blackberry aromas. Chocolatey palate.

Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Chateau Copower Jade, Fei Tswei Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Very fruity nose with notes of blackcurrant, forest floor, cinnamon, cloves and coffee. Smooth, soft tannins.

Canaan Winery, Chapter and Verse Mastery Syrah, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018 Canaan Winery, Chapter and Verse Mastery Syrah, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

Canaan Winery, Chapter and Verse Mastery Syrah, Huailai, Hebei, China 2018

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Very ripe dark fruit aromas with resinous pine and cedary undertones. Big and bold, tight tannins.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Classic Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Faintly meaty with floral overtones on the nose and hints of tobacco. Sweet fruit on the palate.

Silk Road Vineyards, Explore Riesling, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023 Silk Road Vineyards, Explore Riesling, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

Silk Road Vineyards, Explore Riesling, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lively and exuberant nose with citrus fruit, pineapple, fresh white peach and rose petals. Light bodied, refreshing.

L. Y. Castle, Marselan, Yantai, Shandong, China 2022 L. Y. Castle, Marselan, Yantai, Shandong, China 2022

L. Y. Castle, Marselan, Yantai, Shandong, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lovely freshness on the nose, fresh blackberry, blueberry, tomato leaf and liquorice. Tight tannins, ripe and generous.

Chateau Lion, Jiachen Dragon Year Commemorative, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2021 Chateau Lion, Jiachen Dragon Year Commemorative, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2021

Chateau Lion, Jiachen Dragon Year Commemorative, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2021

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Earthy and savoury on the nose, with toasty oak notes and sweet spices. Dry and warm.

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yeguangbei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yeguangbei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Dongfang Yuxing Winery, Geruihong Yeguangbei, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

87
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
Decanter World Wine Awards

Restrained nose with nice cassis and raspberry aromas. Lovely concentration supperting the tannic structure, sappy finish.