
Victoria Daskal
Victoria Daskal is a wine writer, educator, consultant, and international judge with over 15 years’ experience in the global wine industry, specialising in French wine and its cultural and historical context. She contributes to leading publications including the Financial Times and Decanter, and serves as Regional Ambassador for France for the Old Vine Conference. Victoria develops wine and gastronomy tours for Martin Randall Travel, curates tastings and masterclasses internationally, and advises wine brands on strategy and communication. A WSET Diploma holder and educator, she previously worked with Jancis Robinson and was Managing Editor of The World of Fine Wine.
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Italian food and wine pairings: Insiders share their favouritesFrom classics to more surprising combinations...
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What sets volcanic wines apart? Winemakers share their insights on this rare craftThe reasons wines from volcanic soils have a unique profile...
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Decanter meets: San Leonardo’s Anselmo Guerrieri GonzagaAn incredible setting – but not for Instagram...
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Greek white wines to drink this summerPerfect partners for good food and sunshine...
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Discovering white Beaujolais: 10 wines to tryThe other shade of Beaujolais...
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Beaujolais: assessing its premier cru potentialA dazzling array of soil types...
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Travel: Florence and Chianti ClassicoSee our guide to exploring Florence...
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EU Regulations
To unify Europe’s wine market, the EU is creating two basic designations for quality wine. Sound simple? Not entirely, as Victoria Daskal finds
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Michelin Guide UK 2009 out this week
Four new restaurants have won the coveted accolade of two Michelin stars, as the new UK edition of the famous Guide is published this week.
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400 UK off licence stores at risk
Up to 400 branches of Threshers, Wine Rack and The Local off licence chains could face closure as its owner re-evaluates its portfolio.
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