Latoya Austin #166
A Voice in Modern Wine Communication
Latoya Austin is a freelance wine and travel writer with more than seven years of experience covering wine regions, wine tourism and global wine culture. Through her work she introduces readers to both established and emerging wine destinations, with a particular interest in regions that remain underrepresented in international wine media.
She contributes to several respected wine publications, including The Three Drinkers online magazine and Decanter, where her work appears in both digital and print formats. Alongside her writing, Latoya runs her own online publication dedicated to wine and travel.
Latoya has completed WSET Level 2 and Level 3 certifications in wine and actively communicates about wine through social media, making wine knowledge accessible to a broad audience.
Professional Recognition
Beyond her writing, Latoya Austin is actively involved in the international wine community. She has served as a wine judge for The People’s Choice Drinks Awards and is a voting member of The World’s Best Vineyards Awards. She is also connected with the Drinklusive programme, founded by Aidy Smith of The Three Drinkers, which promotes diversity and inclusivity within the wine and hospitality sectors. Latoya first participated as a mentee and later became a mentor, supporting new voices entering the wine industry. Through these activities she combines journalism, education and industry engagement, strengthening her role as a modern wine communicator.
Exploring Emerging Wine Regions and Wine Tourism
A key focus of Latoya Austin’s work is wine tourism and the discovery of emerging wine destinations. Her research and articles highlight regions that are often overlooked by mainstream wine media, including Uruguay, Albania, Kazakhstan, Bulgaria and Slovenia.
She has produced detailed guides that introduce readers to local grape varieties, appellations, wine styles and tourism experiences within these regions. Her articles explore not only the wines themselves but also the broader cultural and travel context surrounding them.
Among her notable publications are educational features on Crémant-producing regions in France, an overview of Slovenian wine regions and wine tourism opportunities, and a guide to Bulgarian wines, presenting the country’s main wine regions and selected vineyards.
Her research-based articles are published on The Three Drinkers platform within the Drinklusive programme, while her broader wine commentary also appears in Decanter, including features that connect wine culture with major international events.
Examples of Latoya Austin’s research and published work can be accessed at the following links:
- Slovenian wine – regional overview and wine tourism insights
https://www.thethreedrinkers.com/magazine-content/slovenian-wine-the-underrated-wine-you-need-to-discover - Bulgarian wines – guide to the country’s wine regions and producers
https://www.thethreedrinkers.com/magazine-content/bulgarian-wines-you-have-to-try - Crémant of France – grape varieties, appellations and styles
https://www.thethreedrinkers.com/magazine-content/what-is-cremant-and-what-should-i-try - Wine and the Oscars – commentary published in Decanter
https://www.decanter.com/wine/wine-and-the-oscars-official-pours-and-alternative-suggestions-551636/
