Larger than life: Profiling Parker (exclusive interview)

"Robert Parker has been the most influential man in the wine industry for over 30 years, and in this exclusive interview with db, he pulls no punches when it comes to Bordeaux, blind tasting and perfect scores.

"People with power always attract criticism. Be they political leaders, celebrities, or any high-profile personality, their influence invites comment, particularly the negative sort, and especially in Britain. So it’s no surprise that Robert Parker, undoubtedly the world’s most influential wine writer, should be scrutinised for his every remark, note or score. Nevertheless, there’s an inexplicable undercurrent of derision for a man who has done nothing more controversial for the last 37 years than review wines. What, exactly, has Parker done wrong?"

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