China — wine

Ningxia

China's premier fine wine region at 1,100–1,200m on the eastern slopes of the Helan Mountains in north-central China, producing increasingly acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Marselan with strong diurnal variation.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Good growing season; Cabernet Sauvignon and Marselan show improved balance from cooler autumn.
2021 Outstanding Ningxia year; wines of remarkable concentration and freshness from ideal diurnal swings.
2020 Consistent quality; solid reds with good fruit concentration and approachable tannins.
2019 Strong vintage; increasingly refined Cabernet blends demonstrating Ningxia's improving winemaking.
2018 Reliable year; wines show the characteristic dark fruit and herbal notes of Helan Mountain terroir.