Influence of Wine Writers

I read with great interest your articles on the influence of wine writers.

As the owner of the Matador Restaurant during the late 1950s and 1960s, I frequently came in contact with Chroman, and all of my experiences were positive ones.

Chroman was a frequent customer at my restaurant. He never received--or ever insinuated--that he wanted a free meal.

I am very sorry that the Los Angeles Times is discontinuing Chroman’s column.

WILLIAM D. FREMONT

Los Angeles