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Re: Blog

craigs2 — Fri, 29 May 2009 12:14:11 -0000

Some good points raised in that post. Will be back to check for more.

Re: Blog

craigs2 — Fri, 29 May 2009 11:44:54 -0000

Was a good read. I'll be back for more.

Re: Commenting - A quick lesson in netiquette when entering the conversation

golda — Thu, 28 May 2009 22:09:45 -0000

Let me know if you have any questions that come up when writing your post. You can reach me directly @ chris [at] backtype [dot] com. Thanks!

Re: Commenting - A quick lesson in netiquette when entering the conversation

ryanopaz — Thu, 28 May 2009 15:28:28 -0000

Glad you liked the post! I appreciate it greatly!

Re: Commenting - A quick lesson in netiquette when entering the conversation

grapeinabottle — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:03:30 -0000

Thanks so much Ryan. I always enjoy reading your posts and they are very useful. This is a great reminder how important it is to leave comments on fellow blogger's sites.

Re: Commenting - A quick lesson in netiquette when entering the conversation

gabriellaopaz — Thu, 28 May 2009 06:26:56 -0000

Hey Winp, we'll put together a post on backtype for you tomorrow. If you have questions, I trust many others do as well. Thank so much for asking!

Re: Commenting - A quick lesson in netiquette when entering the conversation

Winp — Wed, 27 May 2009 20:19:15 -0000

I am also a new blogger, and I don't understand the backtype.com part...How does one do that? And what does it do?

Re: Commenting - A quick lesson in netiquette when entering the conversation

James Williams — Tue, 26 May 2009 05:42:49 -0000

Really useful, thanks. It seems so easy to make niave mistakes in the social media world just learning a few of the basics gives newcomers like myself confidence. And its a lack of confidence that holds people back it can be intimidating a bit like the world of wine.

Re: Wine Bloggers - One shoe does “not” fit all

Muzawo — Fri, 22 May 2009 04:36:15 -0000

I agree comopletely. If have a close look, at least in the German Wine Blogging Scene (which I am a bit more familiar with) there are tons of different blogs and the intensity of the wine topic varies greatly. Not everybody continously writes about wine that calls him/herself a wine blogger.

Re: Blog

tutor1 — Wed, 20 May 2009 23:58:15 -0000

I hope we all learn something new each and everyday. It is what helps to improve who we are.

Re: False Truths in Print Media: The Credibility of Wine Blogs as a Publishing Tool Among the Circle of Wine Writers

gabriellaopaz — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:00:52 -0000

Thank you all for taking the time to comment! I realize that this is a rather heated topic, and if anything, I think it has given us loads to consider in relationship to the future of wine writing. As Jim and Joe have both accurately pointed out, the definition of a wine writer has changed dramatically. However, what may come out of this, or so I hope, is that we have a better chance to evaluate what is quality wine writing, rather than the tool to facilitate the conversation. There are loads of poor print writers, as much as there are heaps of poor wine blog writers. If we can judge each one on their individual merits, as each is aimed at a different audience, it may give us pause on how we can better connect to the future consumer. Keep in mind, this transition and/or transformation is not limited to CWW. These questions are confronting all levels of communication in every sector, and I'm truly excited to see how it evolves.

Re: False Truths in Print Media: The Credibility of Wine Blogs as a Publishing Tool Among the Circle of Wine Writers

Jim Budd — Mon, 18 May 2009 12:08:27 -0000

I have been a member of the Circle of Wine Writers for 20 years and editor of its newsletter, Circle Update, since 1991. Over this time the Circle has evolved embracing lecturers and photographers and becoming increasing international. Personally I trust it will continue to evolve and that wine bloggers will become part of its membership.

I suggest that Julie Arkell's remarks should be put in context – hitherto the Circle has been an association of people who earn a living either in part or wholly from communicating about wine. The rise of the net and the decline of print opportunities – both magazines and books is changing this dynamic. Few bloggers earn a living from blogging, so one of the criteria used previously to judge whether someone qualifies as a member of the Circle is probably no longer fully applicable.

The Circle's committee is well aware of the change but as Wink Lorch points out in her post change takes time and Gabriella's post has, I think, moved this process along.

Clearly there are blog and blogs and the fact of having a blog is unlikely to be sufficient to give someone membership. I think it is likely that it will be down to the quality of the blog, its audience etc.

NB This post is my own view – I'm not a member of the Circle's committee.

Re: Wine Bloggers - One shoe does “not” fit all

1winedude — Thu, 14 May 2009 07:31:50 -0000

Ha!!! Good one...

Re: False Truths in Print Media: The Credibility of Wine Blogs as a Publishing Tool Among the Circle of Wine Writers

1winedude — Thu, 14 May 2009 07:31:18 -0000

Just getting around to reading this (shame on me!). Late to the party...

Anyway, it's all rather... disturbing! Perhaps the name should be changed to CWWEBITIATW (Circle of Wine Writers Excluding Bloggers If That Is All They Write). Their stance does relegate blogs to a different (& presumably lower) class of writing.

Which I find... odd. Wonder what they'd think of wine bloggers going on press junkets with print media journalists (like I'm doing next week - if only now just to piss them off!)?

Re: Wine Bloggers - One shoe does “not” fit all

Michael Wangbickler — Tue, 12 May 2009 19:00:10 -0000

In terms of sorting blogs on sites like wineblogger.info, I think this is a great idea. Not sure it would gain general consensus from the blogosphere. I think I'd like a further clarification of the categories and what you mean by "Business - Marketing," etc.

Re: The People’s Wine Press

1WineDude — Mon, 11 May 2009 16:56:59 -0000

viva la revolution!

Re: The People’s Wine Press

gabriellaopaz — Mon, 11 May 2009 03:39:03 -0000

Tania, thank you for your continued support! We realize that it's difficult to convey the message regarding the importance of social media and blogging, but it's extremely important if they want their brand to be easily accessible to the international market. And as always, if there is ever any questions you have, please never hesitate to contact us.

Re: The People’s Wine Press

tania branco oliveira — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:22:27 -0000

Luís de Camões, big and not so well loved Portuguese writer said "Times change, wills change. The being changes, the trust changes; the all word is composed by changes, always taking new qualities".
I think that for some people change is just so hard... it’s easier to be against that to work with... just don’t give it a lot of attention…
Honestly I think you speak for different audience, different target... yours is bigger than his and after all... it’s you that are changing the wine industry! I’ve been reading the things you and other famous wine bloggers write and it’s just great to see the comments that people leave, how interested they are... you communicate with them and that what is important and new!
I was present at your workshop in Essência do Vinho and it was the first time I heard about Gary and other famous wine bloggers... You made me open my eyes to a new reality and I just have to thank you for that.
One of my concerns at the moment is to inform consumers and small producers (the big already know about you) about your job and I’m doing it with a lot of pleasure.
Keep on the good work!

Re: Wine Bloggers - One shoe does “not” fit all

thirstforwine — Fri, 08 May 2009 10:19:32 -0000

How about making it simple:

* Bloggers
* Blobbers

:)

Re: Wine Blogger Press Pass

Alfonso Cevola — Fri, 08 May 2009 08:46:31 -0000

Euope gets is earlier. Same situation for Vinitaly. They're startinmg to warm in the US. It's coming

Re: False Truths in Print Media: The Credibility of Wine Blogs as a Publishing Tool Among the Circle of Wine Writers

Richard M James — Thu, 07 May 2009 16:38:58 -0000

"Bravo" Gabriella for sticking the Catalan boot in a bit, intelligently and energetically, claro. Although I suspect the point was simply to avoid continuing, erm, stretching the precedent of people publishing stuff for free; as thus who needs "professional" wine communicators in the old sense? He says, as someone who earns virtually bugger all from his wine website (which might well be expanded and connected to a 'proper' blog at some point). But i do have plans, as always...
Cheers, salut.
Richard
www.winewriting.com, www.winetravelguides.com

Re: Wine Blogger Press Pass

Thomas — Wed, 06 May 2009 19:21:21 -0000

just for info, at Düsseldorfs ProWein bloggers got htis year also the first time the "Press Pass"

Re: The People’s Wine Press

Leo Baduria — Mon, 04 May 2009 13:34:52 -0000

Excellent piece Gabriella!

The days of influential wine critics like Robert Parker are numbered. Sure, they will continue to have suckers for followers but, sooner or later, most wine lovers are smart enough to find the courage to start making their own choices and walk away from dependency on 90-point ratings. Wine blogs have certainly made wine reviews democratic!

Re: The People’s Wine Press

RichardA — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 09:14:16 -0000

Not sure if it came across sufficiently, but my Civil War comment was meant as a joke. Just considering how the Revolutionary War was eventually followed by the U.S. Civil War. I don't think there is any Civil War right now, or that anyone is pushing for one.

Re: The People’s Wine Press

gabriellaopaz — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 02:27:02 -0000

You bring up a very good point Richard, and I appreciate you putting it out here. And for the record, Tom, and anyone else in this particular camp, is welcome with open arms to the EWBC in Lisbon. I am far from interested in creating a civil war. What I would rather foster is a joint effort to reach the same goal - further developing ways to better educate the consumer.