The dismal future of the wine writing business has been a staple of conversation ever since newspaper and magazine advertising cratered over a decade ago.
Category: Wine Culture
Why We Love Wine
Although wine is a beverage that brings enjoyment because of its flavor and alcohol, for many people wine is much more than that. Many winemakers
Karen MacNeil on Misogyny in the Wine Industry
Karen MacNeil, author of the iconic The Wine Bible, recently released her 2nd annual report on the status of women in the wine industry. The
Bad Advice for Novice Wine Drinkers
One of the worst pieces of advice to give a novice wine drinker is “If you like it, it is good”. Yet this slogan is
John Atkinson: Wine is Based on Traditions and Will Remain So
As usual, Master of Wine John Atkinson has an insightful post about the past and future of wine making and marketing. Apparently, he is responding
Do You Really Want a Wine that Smells like Blood or Asparagus?
The hot buzz word in the wine world over the past few years is “authenticity”, which Jamie Goode and Sam Harrop define as wine with
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 