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The Evolution of the Wine Blogging Conference

When we created the European Wine Bloggers Conference in 2008, we were under the impression that it would be a simple gathering for a handful of bloggers to chat about innovative ways we can better ourselves and our industry. Far be it for us to consider, not 3 years later, we would have the attention and interest of over 150 bloggers from 20+ countries! From a small gathering to an international phenomenon, the EWBC has taken on a life of its own. And yes, we are proud to announce that the 2010 EWBC is officially SOLD OUT! Mind you, this doesn't even begin to cover the breadth and depth of the wine blogger trade. The North American Wine Bloggers Conference attracted over 300 wine bloggers to their Walla Walla gathering in June, instigating well over 200 articles on the event. ...

Webinar TONIGHT: Eco-commercialization for the Wine Sector – Sign Up NOW!

Very exciting news! Our friends at the Burgundy School of Business are offering a FREE webinar on "Eco-commercialization for the Web Sector" and showcasing 3 experts in sustainability TONIGHT at 10:30GMT. Environmental issues are a topical issue in the wine sector at the moment. The challenge is that in this period when the wine sector is having to rely on its capacity to attract new consumers, the prospect of using such a complex topic as a communications tool is akin to trying to attract teenagers to the subject of science through the appeal of winning the Nobel prize. Given that a very small group of consumers would find interest in such an appeal, this webconference has been organised in order to help illustrate the challenges, and just how long it can take the wine ...

North American Wine Bloggers Conference Wrap ups!

Wine Bloggers on the Rocks!This past weekend, we had a thoughtful, interesting and exciting time at the #NAWBC in Walla Walla. And while we'd love to tell you about it here, we think it's more effective if you read other people's accounts, as wine bloggers, at the event. Please browse the links below and add yours in the comments! This is only a very quick list of the posts we could find today. 10 Things I've Learned So Far at the 2010 Wine Bloggers Conference Twenty-four Theses On Wine Blogging Shop Talk and Presentations ... Head filled, heart too after WBC10 2010 Wine Blogger Award Winners Announced Fine wine and wine gift baskets: Buy 6 or more bottles and get 50% off shipping with coupon code "wblog46"...

London International Wine Fair – The Access Zone

For the first time ever, the London International Wine Fair highlighted blogging and social media by giving Catavino Marketing 60 square meters to host tastings, seminars, workshops and more. 3 days of networking at one of the world's greatest wine fairs proved that Social Media and wine are not passing fads. Make sure to check out the live site where we aggregated photos and other content from the fair! London Wine Fair Live For now though check out our wrap up from the fair! Ryan and Gabrellia Opaz sum up the LIWF 2010 from ryan and gabriella opaz on Vimeo. French wine - Buy 6 or more bottles and get 1/2 off shipping with coupon code "wblog12"...

Wine Blogger Posts from around the web

Just a quick note to remind you that we haven't gone anywhere. We've just been busy with event planning and travel! So for those who are not plugged in, and are looking for the lastest news from around  the Wine Blogg-o-sphere, here's a few links to keep you happy! Small Ripples Can Make Waves in Wine Media Is wine quality objective or subjective in nature? Stop H.R. 5034—The Anti-Consumer Wine Bill LIWF 2010: “The Access Zone” a Place to Talk about Wine Online – Call for Papers!! Competition for Young, Innovative Winemakers! But Where are the Spanish and Portuguese?!! Twitter, how do I use thee? Let me list away TasteCamp East is happening very soon!!! Wine Blog Awards If you have a link you want to share send it to links@wineblogger.info and we'll make sure to check it out! Sponsor Link: 50% off shipping of 6 or more bottles of wine ...

Palate Press: The Online Wine Magazine by Bloggers

Editor's Note: Palate Press is an online magazine that features wine writers from all walks of life. From citizen bloggers to big wig writers, it's packed with stories from wines across the globe. What's unique about PP is its editorial process. Bloggers are an independent bunch and tend to stay clear from someone telling them what stays or goes before publication. Therefore, the mere hint of an editor is typically shunned before the 3 syllables escape one's lips. Yet PP has thrived with its editorial review, allowing any writer to submit their article as long as they're open to editorial criticism. We want to congratulate founder, David Honig, and his crew for putting in the hard work, sweat and elbow grease it's taken to get this ...

Wine Doctrine or Wine Education: How Wine Bloggers Can Encourage Healthy Drinking Habits

"The WINE in MODERATION Programme is an initiative of the European wine sector aimed at promoting moderation and responsibility in wine consumption and contributing towards preventing excessive consumption and misuse of alcoholic beverages in Europe." This international program, still young in its inception, was created to not only help preserve and promote the culture of wine, but also, help discourage abuse of alcohol. As wine bloggers have become one of the main channels for wine education, we felt it was important to help promote dialogue as to whether you would like to support the program. Below are questions we posed to George Sandeman, one of the major spokesmen for the Wine in Moderation program, as to why bloggers should be interested in the WIM program. If you have any questions for George, please don't hesitate to place them in the comments. If you are interested ...

Robert Parker on the Future of Wine – Wine Future Conference, Rioja, Spain

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3rd annual Flickr Group: Wine Harvest 2009

Are you, or your fellow wineries, currently working the harvest? If so, we want your photos! If you have any pictures of the harvest, whether that be from picking the grapes to driving the tractor, please share your experiences with us at: Wine Harvest 2009! This group is not reserved to one side of the world or another. This is an equal opportunity photo group, regardless if you're making ice wine in Canada, Tempranillo in Spain, Carmenère in Chile or Shiraz in South Africa. Let your fellow wine aficionados share in the fun and post your pictures today! Also make sure to check out the discussion forum there. If your a wine maker, please leave a comment about what your harvest is shaping up to!

The Necessary Tension between Public Relations and Bloggers: A Second Look at the Conversation

writing-a-blog-postEditor's Note: Yesterday, Rob Bralow of the "Wine Post"  published a piece that was both compelling and thoughtful, discussing the merits of having a little tete-a-tete between both old and new media. As a result, we asked Rob if we could re-post his piece here, allowing wine bloggers  far and wide to contribute to the conversation. Please chime in with your perspective in comments! After the 2009 Wine Bloggers' Conference, there were many bloggers who felt that too many public relations and marketing representatives were there. Not only were they there, but they were there to watch. Megan (Wannabe Wino) wrote in her post "In the Fishbowl": "Have you ever felt like a goldfish? It's quite interesting really. I think the focus of the conference this year seemed to skew more towards wineries, PR folks, and other industry types. ...

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