The very high scores here, from a small field, reflect the quality and general deliciousness to be expected from the high-standard Pinot Noirs grown across Germany’s regions

The four northernmost regions of Italy share more than just a mountainous border with neighbouring countries. Meet some of the key winemakers in each region – some of whom own vines on both sides of the border – and discover the results of an ongoing exchange of ideas and wine heritage

Difficult to get hold of they may be, but Swiss reds and whites are distinctive, delicious, diverse and definitely worth tracking down

On the lighter side of Italian reds, freshness and value are the keywords to these pleasingly fruit-focused styles

Although it’s best known around the world for established brands of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, New Zealand’s wine scene is being driven by the creativity and innovation of a diverse new wave of winemaking. We introduce six names to know

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