About Bob Thompson
Born 1934. Bob Thompson is a writer and author.
Bob Thompson (1934 in Seattle He has been described by Frank J. Prial as "one of California's foremost wine writers" and "the sage of St. Helena", and by Steve Heimoff as "the dean of California wine writers".
Thompson's involvement with the wine industry began in 1961,
On the subject of Pinot noir, Thompson has stated, "Even where it prospers, [Pinot noir] needs to be coaxed, wheedled, flattered, cajoled, cursed and (or) prayed over almost ounce by ounce through a series of crises that starts at the fermenters and lasts beyond bottling".
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Who is Bob Thompson?
American wine critic
When was Bob Thompson born?
Bob Thompson was born in 1934 in Seattle.
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Bob Thompson is a writer and author.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Thompson (wine)
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