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

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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 II (87 points)

Wines

Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Hongfangyin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Hongfangyin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Chateau Rong Yuanmei, Hongfangyin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
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Bronze
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Powerful, bold with juicy fruits and firm but ripe tannins. Smooth mouthfeel, with a fresh acidity.

Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Hejinzun Winery, Helan Hong Jiangnan Reserva Red, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
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Quite solid red fruits and grassy aromas with a flinty character. Ripe and harmonious, firm tannins.

China Great Wall, Greatwall Five Star A Edition Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019 China Great Wall, Greatwall Five Star A Edition Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

China Great Wall, Greatwall Five Star A Edition Cabernet Sauvignon, Zhangjiakou, Hebei, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Ripe aromas of forest fruit, sweet oak spices, leather and tobacco nuances. Fresh acidity and well-managed tannins.

Rui Tai Qing Lin, Guofei Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2021 Rui Tai Qing Lin, Guofei Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2021

Rui Tai Qing Lin, Guofei Cabernet Sauvignon, Heshuo/Hoxud, Xinjiang, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

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Spicy nose with notes of liquorice, black fruits and touches of green bell pepper. Juicy on the palate.

Yunkou Winery, Song Bird Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Yunkou Winery, Song Bird Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Yunkou Winery, Song Bird Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

86
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Generous cedar on the nose with chocolate and sweet cinnamon spice. Well integrated tannins, spicy finish.

Yaochixiye Winery, Selected Syrah, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2019 Yaochixiye Winery, Selected Syrah, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2019

Yaochixiye Winery, Selected Syrah, Tianshan Mountain North, Xinjiang, China 2019

86
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Blackberry, red cherry, violets and fresh plum, with hints white pepper aromas. Refreshing on the palate.

Chateau State Guest, Shentang Cabernet Sauvignon, Penglai, Shandong, China 2018 Chateau State Guest, Shentang Cabernet Sauvignon, Penglai, Shandong, China 2018

Chateau State Guest, Shentang Cabernet Sauvignon, Penglai, Shandong, China 2018

86
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Minty and cedary nose with notes of juicy cassis and blackcurrrant. Smooth tannins, ripe and harmonious.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Xiao Feng Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

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Shiny and polished nose of cassis, raspberry and liquorice. Coffee notes on the palate, serious finish.

Mulando, M365, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Mulando, M365, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Mulando, M365, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

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Minty nuances seasoning ripe blackberry aromas on the nose. Firm tannins on the palate., intense.

Chateau Changyu Castel, G2 Carbernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019 Chateau Changyu Castel, G2 Carbernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

Chateau Changyu Castel, G2 Carbernet Sauvignon-Syrah, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lashings of creamy vanilla on the nose, supported by violet and plums notes. Plush and rich palate.

Xixia King Winery, Ning Ken Red Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Xixia King Winery, Ning Ken Red Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Xixia King Winery, Ning Ken Red Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Cooked mulberries on the nose with dark chocolate spice and christmas cake. Rich and full bodied.

Chateau Rongzi, Young Rongzi Black Label, Shanxi, China 2019 Chateau Rongzi, Young Rongzi Black Label, Shanxi, China 2019

Chateau Rongzi, Young Rongzi Black Label, Shanxi, China 2019

86
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Aromas of black and very ripe red fruits seasoned by dark chocolate and cedar nuances. Fleshy and quite smooth.

Petit Mont, Tianshan Mountain Cuvée Prestige Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2021 Petit Mont, Tianshan Mountain Cuvée Prestige Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2021

Petit Mont, Tianshan Mountain Cuvée Prestige Marselan, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2021

86
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Perfumed nose with violets, black cherry, black berry and blackcurrant. The tannins are pleasantly assertive.

Chateau Mihope, Family Reserve 1968 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Chateau Mihope, Family Reserve 1968 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Chateau Mihope, Family Reserve 1968 Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Highly intense nose with ripe cassis, lovely fresh raspberries. Medium grained and well integrated tannins.

Chateau Mihope, Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Mihope, Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Mihope, Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe and jammy aromas of black forest berries and plums. Powerful and firm on the palate.

Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends Chardonnay, Yunnan, China 2022 Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends Chardonnay, Yunnan, China 2022

Shangri-La Winery, Sacred Legends Chardonnay, Yunnan, China 2022

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lime zest and lemon fruit aromas on the nose with steely undertones. Energetic on the palate.

Sweet Dew Vineyard, Petit Manseng, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Sweet Dew Vineyard, Petit Manseng, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Sweet Dew Vineyard, Petit Manseng, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

86
DWWA Bronze

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Curious nose of sweet potate with restrained melon and pineapple notes. Very sweet on the palate.

Chateau Weilong, Longque Fu, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2018 Chateau Weilong, Longque Fu, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2018

Chateau Weilong, Longque Fu, Wuwei, Gansu, China 2018

86
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Bronze
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Complex nose of forest floor, cedar, vanilla and chocolate with ripe fruit notes. Dry and fresh.

Zangdi Tianxiang, Pabala Liquid Gold Icewine, Yunnan, China 2020 Zangdi Tianxiang, Pabala Liquid Gold Icewine, Yunnan, China 2020

Zangdi Tianxiang, Pabala Liquid Gold Icewine, Yunnan, China 2020

86
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Notes of toffee and caramel with aromas of compote and orange juice. Viscous texture, sweet finish.

Xiangdu Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2021 Xiangdu Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2021

Xiangdu Winery, Marselan, Yanqi, Xinjiang, China 2021

86
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Lovely dark fruit aromas on the nose. Harmonious and velvety on the palate, very fresh.

Chateau Miqin, Oak Barrel Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Chateau Miqin, Oak Barrel Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Chateau Miqin, Oak Barrel Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Herbal blackcurrant aromas on the nose. Fleshy, with a nice depth of flavour and tight tannins.

Sunvalley Vineyard, Blue French Blauer Portugieser, Liaoning, China 2006 Sunvalley Vineyard, Blue French Blauer Portugieser, Liaoning, China 2006

Sunvalley Vineyard, Blue French Blauer Portugieser, Liaoning, China 2006

86
DWWA Bronze

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Fruity nose showing dark berry fruit, leather and soft oaky notes. Very ripe, juicy with mid-grained tannins.

Chateau Nine Peaks, Qi, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2021 Chateau Nine Peaks, Qi, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2021

Chateau Nine Peaks, Qi, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2021

86
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Bronze
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Juicy nose with ripe fruit aromas, celery and capsicum notes. Well managed tannins, polished and expressive.

Lansai Winery, Xiao Moli Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Lansai Winery, Xiao Moli Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Lansai Winery, Xiao Moli Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Elegant and fresh aromas of ripe cassis and raspberries. Minty and elegant on the palate, fresh.

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

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

86
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Bronze
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Generous aromas of fruit compot and bruised fruits, with savoury and earthy notes. Nice grip on the palate.

Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Beinani Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Beinani Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Huida Sunshine Ecological Winery, Beinani Chardonnay, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

86
DWWA Bronze

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Soft stone fruit and melon nuances seasoned by sweet vanilla touches. Saline and zesty palate.

Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Chateau Mihope, Enjoy Syrah, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
DWWA Bronze

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On the nose, defined notes of fresh blackberry, black cherry, forest floor and black pepper. Lovely texture.

Mulando, M520, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Mulando, M520, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Mulando, M520, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
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Warm and ripe nose of blackberry, smoke and pepper. Well structured and full bodied, very expressive.

Longting Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020 Longting Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020

Longting Vineyard, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Penglai, Shandong, China 2020

86
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Bronze
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Very ripe aromas of prunes with touches of creamy oak and minty undertones. Spicy finish.

Grace Vineyard, Tasya's Reserve Marselan, Shanxi, China 2020 Grace Vineyard, Tasya's Reserve Marselan, Shanxi, China 2020

Grace Vineyard, Tasya's Reserve Marselan, Shanxi, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Very intense jammy nose with aromas of cassis, liquorice and espresso. Assertive tannins, cedary finish.

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Premium Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Premium Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Pernod Ricard Ningxia, Helan Mountain Premium Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Ripe and deep blue fruit and dark cherry aromas with hints of figs. Ripe tannins, full-bodied style.

Renyiyuan Vineyard, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019 Renyiyuan Vineyard, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

Renyiyuan Vineyard, Dao, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Cedary nose with blackberry and sweet vanilla aromas. Soft on the palate, with a slightly grippy finish.

Changyu, R268 Riesling, Yantai, Shandong, China 2023 Changyu, R268 Riesling, Yantai, Shandong, China 2023

Changyu, R268 Riesling, Yantai, Shandong, China 2023

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Lightly fruity with a whiff of rose petal and citrus. Well defined lemony character on the palate.

Silk Road Vineyards, Explore Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020 Silk Road Vineyards, Explore Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020

Silk Road Vineyards, Explore Cabernet Sauvignon, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

Bronze
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Nice aromas of black fruit with touches of coffee and sweet spices. Well-judged oak use on the palate.

Château Bolongbao, Reserve Organic, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019 Château Bolongbao, Reserve Organic, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019

Château Bolongbao, Reserve Organic, Fangshan, Beijing, China 2019

86
DWWA Bronze

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Brambly aromas with notes of smoky chestnut. Firm but well integrated tannins on the palate.

Qilian Winery, Qilian Legend Icewine Merlot, Zhangye, Gansu, China 2017 Qilian Winery, Qilian Legend Icewine Merlot, Zhangye, Gansu, China 2017

Qilian Winery, Qilian Legend Icewine Merlot, Zhangye, Gansu, China 2017

86
DWWA Bronze

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Dark tawny brown colour. Caramel and honeyed almonds on the nose. Sweet and perfumed floral palate.

Tonghua Winery, In Commemoration of 1937 Reserve, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2020 Tonghua Winery, In Commemoration of 1937 Reserve, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2020

Tonghua Winery, In Commemoration of 1937 Reserve, Tonghua, Jilin, China 2020

86
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Strong grilled green pepper aromas, savoury character on the nose. Harmonious and quite fruity palate.

Muyun Yafeng Winery, Rosé, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023 Muyun Yafeng Winery, Rosé, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

Muyun Yafeng Winery, Rosé, Yili, Xinjiang, China 2023

86
DWWA Bronze

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Quite sweet and muscaty nose with minty and cherry nuances. Fruity on the palate, straightforward style.

Jiamosigela Manor, Samsara Cabernet Sauvignon, Sichuan, China 2019 Jiamosigela Manor, Samsara Cabernet Sauvignon, Sichuan, China 2019

Jiamosigela Manor, Samsara Cabernet Sauvignon, Sichuan, China 2019

86
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Some cooked fruit, blackcurrant jam and hints of mint. Lovely varietal expression on the palate. Vibrant finish.

Chateau Huahao, Yiwannian Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Chateau Huahao, Yiwannian Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Chateau Huahao, Yiwannian Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
DWWA Bronze

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Very seductive on the nose with a refined vanilla and sweet spices notes. Warm and spicy palate.

Ouyi Manor, Collection Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019 Ouyi Manor, Collection Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

Ouyi Manor, Collection Marselan, Huailai, Hebei, China 2019

86
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Ripe aromas of black cherries, cedar, meat and chocolate. Savoury on the palate, smoky finish.

Tianyuanhong, Master Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020 Tianyuanhong, Master Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

Tianyuanhong, Master Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2020

86
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Quite showy nose with aromas of blackcurrant and dark chocolate. Very ripe and well-textured on the palate.

Tianyuanhong, Preferred, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022 Tianyuanhong, Preferred, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

Tianyuanhong, Preferred, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2022

86
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Savoury nose with plenty of capsicum and blackberry fruit aromas. Fleshy texture, sappy on the finish.

Yuhao Winery, Lammcheer Sing Classic Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Yuhao Winery, Lammcheer Sing Classic Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Yuhao Winery, Lammcheer Sing Classic Marselan, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
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Elegant nose with cranberry and raspberry and a lovely flinty mineral edge. Spicy palate with a warm finish

Chateau Huadong-Parry, New Chardonnay, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2023 Chateau Huadong-Parry, New Chardonnay, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2023

Chateau Huadong-Parry, New Chardonnay, Qingdao, Shandong, China 2023

86
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Intense aromas of green opal fruit, apricot, vanilla and pineapple. Well textured, creamy and fruit driven.

Silver Heights Vineyard, Emma's Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018 Silver Heights Vineyard, Emma's Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

Silver Heights Vineyard, Emma's Reserve, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2018

86
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Evolved nose showing elegant notes of tobacco, leather, tea leaves and raisins. Well resolved tannins.

Pula Valley Winery, Feng Shan, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019 Pula Valley Winery, Feng Shan, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

Pula Valley Winery, Feng Shan, Yantai, Shandong, China 2019

86
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Lovely nose with blackberry, cassis and coffee. On the palate, fresh with notes of forest floor and spices.

Zhenshan Vineyard, Issara Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021 Zhenshan Vineyard, Issara Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

Zhenshan Vineyard, Issara Cabernet Sauvignon, Helan Mountain East, Ningxia, China 2021

86
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Bronze
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Toasty nose with aromas of ripe cherries, raspberries and lots of vanilla. Fleshy on the palate.