Collection: Robert Parker / Wine Advocate [RP]

Robert McDowell Parker Jr. (born July 23, 1947) is a legendary American wine critic whose meticulous and rigorous approach to wine evaluation, particularly through his newsletter The Wine Advocate , revolutionized wine criticism . Parker's introduction of the 100-point rating scale provided a clear and direct way for consumers to understand the quality of wine, making his ratings a key factor in wine purchasing decisions.