Wine Industry Veteran Marvin R. Shanken Passes Away at 83
TL;DR
- Marvin R. Shanken, longtime editor and publisher of Wine Spectator, died in Manhattan
- He was 83 years old
- He began his career in 1972 by acquiring the Impact newsletter
Marvin R. Shanken, the longtime editor and publisher of Wine Spectator, died on Thursday in Manhattan at the age of 83.
He began his career in 1972 after purchasing a small industry newsletter called Impact, which later became an important resource for wine and spirits professionals.
Shanken is credited with raising the profile of the American wine business through his work at the magazine.
Why It Matters
Shanken’s leadership shaped Wine Spectator into a leading voice for the American wine and spirits sector, influencing how the industry is reported and perceived across North America and beyond. His death marks the loss of a key figure who helped promote U.S. wine producers to a wider audience, an impact felt by wine professionals and enthusiasts in the United States, Canada, and India.
Oct 30, 2026 · Updated 10/30/2026, 11:03:03 PM · Reported with: Variety
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