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Books on Wine and Wine-Making


Cover art for UNCORKED
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Released: May 22, 2012

"Though he removes much of the romance from the idea of opening a wine store, Pasanella's clear-eyed memoir is a joy to read from beginning to end."
An absorbing look at establishing and managing a wine shop through many difficulties, including the financial downturn. Read full book review >
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Released: May 1, 2012

"Engrossing details of being the front man in a variety of thriving restaurants."
A frank and funny memoir of a successful New York restaurateur. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE VINEYARD AT THE END OF THE WORLD
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Released: Jan. 16, 2012

"Snappily if not elegantly written, this well-informed chronicle captures the distinctive nature of winemaking in a country challenged by an unforgiving climate and political and economic instability."
Oenophile journalist Mount debuts with a knowledgeable history of the upscale makeover of Argentine wines. Read full book review >
Cover art for A TOAST TO BARGAIN WINES
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Released: Nov. 1, 2011

"A must-read for wine enthusiasts, especially those on a budget."
A well-researched exploration of an often-overlooked sector of the international wine business: bargain wines. Read full book review >
Cover art for TO BURGUNDY AND BACK AGAIN
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Released: June 1, 2011

"A deliciously grand romp for any oenophile. "
Geography, history and viticulture lessons abound in this buoyant tale of brotherhood and Bordeaux. Read full book review >
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Released: Sept. 1, 2010

"The author digs deep into the rich artisanal soil of Sicily's wine culture, unearthing centuries-old lineage and lore while closely studying villages, vintages, vintners, vats and a few intriguing vendettas."
An Italian-American writer embeds himself in the Sicilian wine trade for a year. Read full book review >