Laura Seal's articles
Tasting notes decoded: Flint, Chalky, Buttery, Caramel
Get to grips with the some of the more obscure tasting notes used by wine experts, with graphics from the Decanter design team...
Tasting notes decoded: Banana, Tea, Honey, Dosage
Get to grips with the some of the more obscure tasting notes used by wine experts, with graphics from the Decanter design team...
What to eat with sparkling wines – Summer pairing ideas
Sparkling wine is the star of summer picnics and garden gatherings, but what’s best to eat with favourites like Champagne, Prosecco, Cava and English sparkling? We asked people behind the stands at Decanter's Sparkling Exploration tasting in London for their ideal pairings...
Tasting Note Decoded: Apricot, Lavender, Silky, Earthy
Get to grips with the some of the more obscure tasting notes used by wine experts, with graphics from the Decanter design team...
Wine flavoured lollipops – sweet treats for wine lovers?
US-based sweet company Lollyphile has launched a range of wine-themed lollipops for adults, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and mimosa flavours to choose from.
Tasting Notes Decoded: Pineapple, coconut, honeysuckle, minty
Get to grips with the some of the more obscure tasting notes used by wine experts, with graphics from the Decanter design team...
Tasting notes decoded: Steely, Mineral, Graphic, Iodine
Get to grips with the some of the more obscure tasting notes used by wine experts, with graphics from the Decanter design team...
French presidents and wine: Macron’s blind tasting skills put him ahead
Will Emmanuel Macron end a run of French presidents with a perceived ambivalence towards wine? A video of the new chef d'etat blind tasting on the campaign trail suggests that he at least has a better grasp of the basics versus his three predecessors...
What to say to a sommelier – and hint at your budget
Speaking to a sommelier can be an intimidating business, especially when it comes to being frank about your budget. Dispel your insecurities with our experts' guide, with tips from Decanter's columnist Andrew Jefford, chief restaurant critic Fiona Beckett and wine writer and sommelier Emily O'Hare.
Wine festivals guide: Where to go in 2017
With tastings, tours and traditions - plan your next holiday around one of these wine festivals...