Wine writers have been around for almost as long as there has been wine, but in the past, generally speaking, most wine writing was uncritical and emphasized wine as a romantic, historic beverage. Criticism and comparative tastings were eschewed for fear of offending the trade, which most writers depended upon for survival. — Robert M. Parker, Jr.

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Mini who’s who:

Robert M. Parker, Jr. : American Critic
Born:  July 23, 1947