What the Pros Know

 
Note: Many of the links in the "Essentials" section are to offsite resources. We are not responsible for the content on these sites.
 
The Institute of Masters of Wine
Have you got what it takes to be designated a "master of wine"? Find out on this education-oriented site.
 
Professional Friends of Wine
Everything from Wine 101 basics to a discussion of commercially traded wine containers.
 
Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Mostly for subscribers only, but you'll want to sign up to join the lively discussion forums.
 
The Wine Advocate
Expert Robert Parker's site ("the only really independent guide to fine wine") spotlights several selections each month, with photos of Robert as he tastes each vintage!
 
Wine Business
The site's accurate tagline: "where wine industry professionals come for news and information."
 
eRobertParker.com
The subscription site for wine expert Robert Parker, featuring a database of over 47,000 tasting notes from The Wine Advocate.