
My “Drowning in Social Media” post (February 26) brought this late-breaking query from blogger Erika Szymanski, who writes:
As a brand-new wine blogger, I can't fathom asking anyone for a free bottle even ten years down the road and if I had a substantial readership. On the other hand, I have wondered what etiquette and protocol deem suitable as far as tasting and tasting fees go. If I visit a winery or tasting room with the intent to write about the experience, is it:
1. Reasonable to mention my intentions and ask about points they might like me to mention?
2. Acceptable to ask for waiver of the tasting fee?






