SOCIAL FERMENTATIONS
Phil Handke
Beyond Wine Certification
In line with my previous post, I am trying to figure out where to go next. Do I continue on and start studying for the Certified Wine Educator (CWE) exam or explore something different? The other direction I’m considering is beer. I am tempted to diversify by certifications for one major selfish reason: my upcoming … Continue reading
Well, I passed…now what?
Sorry it has been so long since my last post, things have been a little crazy. First, I was studying for the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) exam, then my computer crapped-out on me, and blah blah blah. Excuses aside, I’m back. To answer the question that is on everyone’s mind: yes, I passed my … Continue reading
Sorry about my recent absence
I wanted to apologize for the lack of posts lately. I have been devoting a great deal of my spare time studying for the CSW exam I am taking on Saturday. Additionally, I have been having computer troubles and sent my computer into the shop for a week long repair – I am writing this … Continue reading
Barriers to Entry: Putting Our Money Where Our Mouths Are
One of the most frustrating things for me as someone trying to enter the wine industry are the numerous barriers to entry. I experienced these barriers first hand when I began to study for the CSW exam. First, they want you to fork over $145 for the 250 page study guide. If that is not … Continue reading
Cultural Terroir: reflections on Matt Kramer’s “narrative”
Recently Matt Kramer of Wine Spectator wrote an article titled “The Most Important Word in Wine Today.” In his article Kramer goes on to suggest that while terroir has now been embedded within our wine and cultural conscience, the new word/idea in need of propagation is “narrative.” For Kramer, narrative is not simply a story … Continue reading
SOCIAL FERMENTATIONS 