By Lenn Thompson, Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Long-time readers of this blog will remember the days when there was one lone voice represented here -- mine. When this blog was founded over 5 years ago, that was the intent, the goal really -- somewhere for me to share my passion for wine, particularly New York wine.
What once was a solo performance has become a bit of a chorus with new voices bringing texture and layers to my coverage of New York wines. LENNDEVOURS has evolved and grown to become the premier source for real, unbiased news, commentary and reviews of New York wines.
That evolution continues today. I'm happy and excited to announce that Evan Dawson, who has attacked the Finger Lakes beat for LENNDEVOURS with intrepid energy and vigor over the past several months has agreed to expand his role.
Effective immediately, he will assume the role of Finger Lakes Editor for LENNDEVOURS.com. Evan has more than earned it with the great video and writing he's been contributing over the last several months.
There are more announcements coming, but I'll give you a hint for one of them -- visit NewYorkCorkReport.com.
For now, let's re-welcome Evan. He never left, but I think we're going to see even more top-notch coverage from the Finger Lakes.
Welcome!
Posted by: Michael Gorton, Jr. | July 02, 2009 at 08:52 PM
Congrats, Evan!
Posted by: Tom Higgins | July 03, 2009 at 08:24 AM
Outstanding! Congratulations, Evan.
Posted by: Brandon Seager | July 03, 2009 at 08:37 AM
Congratulations, Evan! Your passion for covering the wine scene in the Finger Lakes wine region is evident.
Posted by: Melissa Dobson | July 03, 2009 at 09:17 AM
Talk about the right man for the job.
Posted by: Peter Bell / Fox Run | July 03, 2009 at 09:45 AM
Does this mean we have to constantly hear about the Ravines Meritage?
Posted by: Peter Becraft/Anthony Road Wine Co. | July 03, 2009 at 09:51 AM
Peter B: You're already hearing about it constantly, aren't you? ;)
Posted by: Lenn Thompson | July 03, 2009 at 09:59 AM
Peter - Ouch! The other constant is the Anthony Road TBA, you know!
Posted by: Evan Dawson | July 03, 2009 at 10:10 AM
Good wines keep people talking.
Posted by: jreinhardt | July 03, 2009 at 10:34 AM
That last comment was mine, not Johannes'.
Posted by: Peter Becraft/Anthony Road Wine Co. | July 03, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Congrats Evan! -FLWW
Posted by: Finger Lakes Weekend Wino | July 03, 2009 at 11:14 AM
Congrats Evan!
Posted by: Morgen McLaughlin | July 03, 2009 at 03:32 PM
Looking forward to seeing your interesting coverage of Finger Lakes wines and wineries. Love it!
Posted by: Gina Shay, Cork Supply USA | July 04, 2009 at 10:00 PM
Congratulations--looking forward to working with you all the more.
Posted by: Jason Feulner | July 04, 2009 at 11:10 PM
Thanks everyone, but I should say that hardly anything changes. I've been thrilled from the beginning just to be part of a wonderful team of writers, and that thrill not only remains, it increases with each week of coverage.
I will take this opportunity to say: We want to broaden the readership base of Lenndevours, and the most difficult segment to reach is the nebulous "average consumer." Sure, the average consumer might not spend a lot of time on specialty blogs, but there surely is a segment of avid consumers who would be interested. We always appreciate ideas on new ways to reach a wider audience.
Cheers!
Posted by: Evan Dawson | July 05, 2009 at 07:17 PM
Evan, you're the perfect one for the job - congrats!
Posted by: Kitty Oliver | July 06, 2009 at 10:03 AM