Eric Asimov Sorts Out Wine Enthusiasm and Journalism

Tweet An ever present cloud of self doubt began lifting only ten minutes into Eric Asimov’s 2011 Wine Bloggers Conference keynote talk on responsible journalism, democratization of wine, and differences in generational paths to wine knowledge and appreciation.  I breathed easier as he weaved in and out of these centerpiece issues, connecting and comparing his personal [...]

One Robert Parker

Tweet Robert Parker and his Wine Advocate have shaped wine markets and consumer behavior more than any other contemporary critical influence.  The newsletter continues to fulfill its role as the most useful independent review source available. During the early years as the Wine Advocate cemented that position, Parker did all the tasting.  Now, Parker relies on a wider network of regular contributors. The publication navigates a love/hate relationship [...]