...York Times writer examines the rise of mass connoisseurship, with Americans now taking a highly discriminating approach to everything from cupcakes to cars. -In the wake of the Pope’s resignation,...

...way around it, yes, brands can help. That’s why luxury brands, for example, are at the top of the pyramid. What do luxury brands talk about? They talk about connoisseurship....

...worthy of connoisseurship, this year something different is afoot: a knowing celebration of rosé’s bland charm. For perhaps the first time, a wine label is emerging from the self-aware world...