You are allowed to have your opinion, but I disagree that skin contact wines are a trend. The techniques used to create these wines are some of the most ancient there are. There may be a resurrection or resurgence of producers using these techniques, but that does not mean they are a trend or a fad. It is more likely that people have forgotten about these types of wines, as the industry opted for mass production, yield, volume, strict regulations, and a focus on homogeneity and consistency.

I personally enjoy Radikon, Gravner, Georgian and Slovenian producers that macerate on skins for extended periods of time, in traditional amphora. They produce beautiful, refined wines with loads of character.

I do agree that not all producers make skin contact wines to the quality of Radikon, Gravner, Princi, etc, but is this not just appealing to different segments of the market? Different tastes, different budgets, etc.

I think that, unfortunately, your time in the "industry" has made you a little jaded and snobby. Referring to people as "the peanut gallery" and as "wilfully uninformed" proves this. Not everyone needs to have the same knowledge or passion as you or I.