Many of us are working to expand our wine knowledge by reading as much as we can. Here's a group to share what we are reading now, and sources of great information that we have uncovered.
kimsarliefarkas: Just picked up a new book that would make a wonderful gift. The cover is real cork. It's called "One Vintage" by Chris Jones of Faith Vineyards. It is about grape growing and there are some gorgeous photos. You can pick it up directly from the publish... moreJust picked up a new book that would make a wonderful gift. The cover is real cork. It's called "One Vintage" by Chris Jones of Faith Vineyards. It is about grape growing and there are some gorgeous photos. You can pick it up directly from the publisher at: contact@sagehillpublishing.com
May 9, 2009
kimsarliefarkas: I am currently reading Red, White & Drunk All Over by Natalie MacLean. She writes in a down-to-earth style and is very entertaining.
May 9, 2009
MarkT929: Hello...just joined your group...and if I am repeating what anyone else has written my apologies...Back Lane Wineries of Sonoma by Tilar Masseo is a great book on the smaller lesser known (or unknown) wineries that get dwarfed by the big names She has a ... moreHello...just joined your group...and if I am repeating what anyone else has written my apologies...Back Lane Wineries of Sonoma by Tilar Masseo is a great book on the smaller lesser known (or unknown) wineries that get dwarfed by the big names She has a very entertaining style and brings other elements into her insight to the individual wineries and the owners.
April 21, 2009
LarrytheSommelier: If you've never read "Wine and War", I highly recommend it. It's a factual account of how the dealt with the German's during the occupation of WWII - especially in Champagne and Bordeaux. Well written though a bit short for how in... moreIf you've never read "Wine and War", I highly recommend it. It's a factual account of how the dealt with the German's during the occupation of WWII - especially in Champagne and Bordeaux. Well written though a bit short for how interesting the book was - would have liked it to run about 500 pages but alas, it is a short paperback.
What periodicals to you regularly read? I'm a foodie and a wineaux, so here's my 'short' list:Food & WineGourmetDecanterRobert ParkerWine SpectatorThough, these last two I take with a grain of salt. I&
Thanks, Larry - I will add "Wine & War" to my shelf. Lately, I have mostly been focusing on the CSW reading materials, from the Society of Wine Educators. There is a study manual for the exam, and an online study guide. What's everyone els
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