
Natalie Earl
Natalie is Decanter's France editor, commissioning and writing content on French wines (excluding Bordeaux) across print and digital. She writes Decanter's coverage of Languedoc wines, as well as a monthly magazine column, The Ethical Drinker, which unpicks the thorny topic of sustainability in wine.
It was during her time studying for a French and Italian degree that Natalie began her foray into wine: tutoring French in exchange for WSET lessons in her spare time (she now realises who got the better deal!). She moved to the Languedoc after graduating to work for a vineyard tour company, before returning to the UK in 2016 to join the tastings team at Decanter.
She worked across Decanter's panel tastings and wine competitions before becoming awards competition manager, overseeing the competitive and judging elements of the Decanter World Wine Awards, Decanter Asia Wine Awards and Retailer Awards, and completing her WSET Diploma in 2019.
In 2021 she made the shift to the Decanter editorial team, and is now the Regional Editor for France (outside of Bordeaux and Burgundy).
She will always be drawn to the wines of the Languedoc and Roussillon, but her wine tastes are wide-ranging and she can't resist a glass of Manzanilla Sherry or the lure of an obscure grape variety.
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The best non-vintage Champagnes to buyOur list of the best NV Champagnes you can buy...
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Wine to 5: Mags Janjo, importer, educator and consultantDecanter speaks to Mags Janjo to discover more about his life as a wine professional. The job comes with some perks but also hard work and unexpected challenges.
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12 alternatives to Châteauneuf-du-PapeIf you love Châteauneuf-du-Pape's style but not the cost, read on as Decanter's Tasting team recommend 12 muscular alternatives worth trying...
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What does ‘vintage’ mean? – Ask DecanterAlthough it can cause confusion, the meaning of the term 'vintage' is actually very simple. A wine's vintage simply tells you which year the grapes were picked.
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Loire Sauvignon Blanc under £25Decanter's experts pick out 10 value Loire Sauvignon Blancs to try...
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Bouchard Finlayson: tasting new releasesTasting new releases across the Bouchard Finlayson range...
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Wine retailer launches limited edition Burgundy to raise money for Hospitality ActionChambolle Musigny sales to help UK hospitality charity...
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Loire Valley Chenin Blanc: a style guideHere is a style guide to the many different styles of Loire Chenin Blanc, what to expect and which ones to try.
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Cru Beaujolais: 20 great alternatives to red Burgundy this ChristmasNatalie Earl explores why it is worth adding cru Beaujolais to your Christmas wine list this year...
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DWWA judge profile: Leonid FadeevLeonid Fadeev works at Cote Rocheuse as Executive Director, steadfastly developing the company whilst continuing his wine education, working towards the Master of Wine qualification.
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DWWA judge profile: Maurizio BroggiMaurizio Broggi works at the Wine Scholar Guild as Education Director for Italy, developing the Italian Wine Scholar programme.
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DWWA judge profile: Marc AlmertBy Natalie Earl Last updated
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DWWA judge profile: Tim SykesTim Sykes is a member of the Wine Society buyers team, and is responsible for buying Bordeaux, Beaujolais and Sherry.
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DWWA judge profile: Martin TickleMartin Tickle is the Fine Wine Buyer for Jeroboams Wine Merchants, with a particular focus on the wines of Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Champagne.
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DWWA judge profile: Peter RanscombePeter Ranscombe is a journalist, copywriter and novelist. He is also the wine columnist and drinks blogger for Scottish Field magazine.
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DWWA judge profile: Adam WallsAdam Walls is a judge at the Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) and a wine buyer for Wine Selectors, Australia.
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DWWA judge profile: Alastair EnglandAlastair England is wine director for Zuma USA and is based out of their Miami location.
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Meet the winner of the UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2020Paul Fauvel, head sommelier at The Lanesborough in London, has been named the winner of the UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2020.
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Wines to serve with nut roast – and other vegetarian optionsWhat to serve with nut roast, vegetarian wellington and more...
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DAWA vice-chair: Poh Tiong Ch’ngA lawyer by training, Poh Tiong Ch'ng published the world’s first Chinese Bordeaux Guide in 2000.
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DAWA judge profile: João Pires MSJoão Pires MS, Director of Wine at Melco Resorts & Entertainment in Macao, is a judge at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2019
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DWWA judge profile: Jane MacQuittyJane MacQuitty is a wine writer, author, judge and commentator.
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DWWA judge profile: Hamish AndersonHamish Anderson is a journalist and CEO of Tate Catering, whose wine lists have won numerous awards.
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DAWA judge profile: David ShoemakerGlobal Director of Hotels and On Premise for Treasury Wine Estates in Shanghai, David Shoemaker is a judge at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2019
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