Today we introduce a new column: Blazon Wine, by John Blazon
John is one of Orlando’s best-known wine experts. He is one of only 100 people in the United States to earn the Master Sommelier degree, the pinnacle of winedom.
John was formerly the director of wine for Walt Disney World Resorts, where he was instrumental in developing the company’s far-reaching wine program. Under John’s direction, more culinary staffers earned basic wine certification than at any other company in the world.
He has a great passion for wine and for sharing his knowledge with others. His approach is easy-going, and he attempts to take wines off their proverbial pedestals and bring them down to a drinkable level.
John will be writing a regular column for Scott Joseph’s Orlando Restaurant Guide, covering topics ranging from what wine to drink with a fine meal to why his mother likes a certain wine from Australia.
