Decanter magazine latest issue: August 2022

Our August issue features in-depth coverage of the Bordeaux 2021 en primeur campaign, along with a selection of 80 recommended buys. Get into the holiday mood with Olly Smith's tour of Greek wine regions and our travel guide to Alto Adige. For summer sparklers with a natural twist, check out our top selection of pét-nats.

Inside the August 2022 issue of Decanter magazine:

FEATURES

Bordeaux 2021 en primeur First look at a tricky vintage to judge – full insight and 80 top wines to buy, selected by Decanter’s Georgie Hindle
Greece Why Olly Smith loves it
Sancerre’s best slope? Les Monts Damnés with Andy Howard MW
Pétillant naturel: a Decanter guide for beginners By Natalie Earl

LEARNING

Wine wisdom Expert tips to help you on your journey through wine

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SPIRITS

Distilled Spirits, cocktails, insight – plus five lovely gins for summer

GOOD LIVING

Perfect pairing To go with ricotta ice cream and magnolia syrup
Travel: Alto Adige NE Italy’s Alpine delights, with Sarah Lane

BUYING GUIDE

Editors’ picks Recent tasting favourites from Decanter’s staff
Panel tasting: South African Shiraz An extensive tasting of 137 wines with great results, 75 Highly recommended and 11 Outstanding
Panel tasting: Verdicchio Judges were delighted with these Italian whites of character and freshness
Expert’s choice: 18 white Riojas By Pedro Ballesteros Torres MW
Weekday wines White, rosé, red and more: 25 top picks under £20, chosen by the Decanter team
Weekend wines Seven standout buys to impress guests or enjoy at your leisure, costing £20-£50