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Riesling in Australia  by Ken Helm, Trish Burgess
The authors Ken Helm and Trish Burgess have written the first book on any single grape variety in Australia. They follow Riesling’s journey from its arrival in New South Wales just after the arrival of the First Fleet to where it is grown in the wine regions today, the winemaking legends who nurtured it and the producers who make it. The book is full of useful facts and figures and includes a list of worldwide Riesling events and a chapter on viticulture and flavour. An excellent book.

Paperback,  152 pp,  $53.95. Buy now

The Bubbly Bar  by Maria C. Hunt
Champagne and sparkling wine sales are exploding. People are sidling up to the bar for champagne drinks and bartenders are mixing them with everything from rum and gin to seasonal fruit and handcrafted syrups to create delicious cocktails. Categorized into Classics, Bubbletinis, Fruitful Fizz, Rose-Colored, Latin Libations, Floral-Flavored, and Happy Endings (dessert) cocktails, “The Bubbly Bar” emphasizes intense flavour combinations, fresh ingredients, and minimal effort. With creative recipes the home bartender can make to impress friends–from classics like the Kir Royale (champagne and Cassis) or the Bellini (Prosecco and peach puree) to more contemporary pairings like the Ginger Snap (sparkling sake and ginger root).

,  112 pp,  $26.95. Buy now

Red Wine: Discovering, Exploring, Enjoying  by Jonathan Ray
This is an invaluable introduction to red wine that will give you the information to approach any bottle with total confidence. The enormous choice of bottles on the supermarket or off-licence shelf may seem daunting at first, but with this little book you will soon pick up the basic facts and be on your way to an in-depth knowledge of the wonderful world of red wine. Jonathan Ray considers all the important grape varieties – from Cabernet Sauvignon to Merlot, and from Nebbiolo to Zinfandel – describing their character, quirks and qualities. He also reveals the secrets of deciphering wine labels and explains the best ways to store, serve and taste wine.

Hardback,  64 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

White Wine  by Jonathan Ray
This is an invaluable introduction to white wine that will give you the information to approach any bottle with total confidence. The enormous choice of bottles on the supermarket or off-licence shelf may seem daunting at first, but with this little book you will soon pick up the basic facts and be on your way to an in-depth knowledge of the wonderful world of white wine. Jonathan Ray considers all the important grape varieties – from Chardonnay to Sauvignon Blanc, and from Riesling to Viognier – describing their character, quirks and qualities. He also reveals the secrets of deciphering wine labels and explains the best ways to store, serve and taste wine.

,  61 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

The Red Wine Diet  by Roger Corder
Wine drinkers are less prone to heart disease, diabetes, and dementia than non- wine drinkers. But what exactly is it about wine that keeps us healthy? In a landmark study, Roger Corder revealed that compounds called procyanidins are the key components of wine for preventing illness. Now, in The Red Wine Diet, he argues that drinking the right kinds of red wine and eating procyanidin-rich foods such as dark chocolate, apples, and berries can help us live to a ripe old age-while enjoying all the pleasures of life. And to round out his lifestyle plan, he includes fifty delicious recipes featuring foods that are high in procyanidins. Corder’s prescription is an easy pill to swallow: Drink red wine every day and live a long and healthy life.

Paperback,  326 pp,  $25.95. Buy now

Champagne: How the World’s Most Glamorous Wine Triumphed Over War and Hard Times  by Don Kladstrup and Petie Kladstrup
Throughout history, waves of invaders have coveted the northeast corner of France. Yet this region – which historians say has suffered more battles and wars than any other place on earth – is also the birthplace of one thing the entire world equates with good times, friendship and celebration: champagne. Champagne is the story of the world’s favourite wine. It tells how a sparkling beverage that became the toast of society during the Belle Epoque emerged after World War I as a global icon of fine taste and good living. The book celebrates the gutsy, larger-than-life characters whose proud determination nurtured and preserved the land and its grapes throughout centuries of conflict.

Paperback,  286 pp,  $27.99. Buy now

The Art and Business of Champagne  by Dan Ginsburg
When people raise their glasses in celebratory toasts, few are aware of all the work behind the fizz. Here is a book to open their eyes with an inside look — from the vineyard to the marketplace — at the world of champagne. Just like good wine, the book begins with the grapes: variety, growing season, harvesting and pressing method. Blending, bottling, aging, fermenti

Paperback,  216 pp,  $75.95. Buy now

Champagne: How the World’s Most Glamorous Wine Triumphed Ovver War and Hard Times  by Don Kladstrup and Petie Kladstrup
A history of champagne discusses its origins in verdant northern France, identifies such contributors to its development as Louis XIV and Napoleon, and traces how champagne evolved through periods of violence to become a symbol of celebration.

Paperback,   $32.99. Buy now

Rosé: A Guide to the World’s Most Versatile Wine  by Jeff Morgan
Rosé is out and about, spotted lately atop the trendiest bars and gaining increased respect from wine lovers everywhere. In this one-of-a-kind book, rosé expert Jeff Morgan captures the winning personality of this lively, versatile, and refreshing wine through its history, geography, winemakers, and culture. It pairs exuberantly with a variety of food, whether an aperitif, a simple snack of crusty bread spread with brie, or a hearty plate of braised lamb. As an added bonus, the book includes recipes that go perfectly with this delightful wine. Packed with the fascinating details on how the wine is produced and where, from Provence to Spain to Australia to the United States, when you think wine – think pink!

Hardback,  120 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

Bubbly Deck, The  by Babs Suzanne Harrison
Champagne is optimism in a bottle — pop a cork and ordinary moments turn into sparkling celebrations. Indulge in 40 different Champagne cocktail recipes, plus learn Champagne history, lingo, food pairing suggestions, and toasts. This deck is a perfect hostess gift — and an inspiration for a party of your own!

Cards,   $19.95. Buy now

The Complete Book of Spirits  by Anthony Dias Blue
A comprehensive guide to the numerous varieties of today’s liquors is organized by category and provides a history of distillation from bathtub gin to the creation of today’s sophisticated products, rating major brands while sharing a wealth of shopping knowledge.

Hardback,  336 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

Varietal Wines  by James Halliday
James Halliday’s Varietal is a fascinating account of Australian grape varieties. More than 80 varieties are featured, with details of how each wine is made. Varieties include: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chambourcin, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Colombard, Dolcetto, Durif, Gamay, Gewurztraminer, Marsanne, Merlot, Mourvedre, Muscadelle, Muscat à Petits Grains, Muscat of Alexandria, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Roussanne, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Shiraz, Tempranillo, Trebbiano, Verdelho, Viognier, Zinfandel and many more. The history of each variety is given from an international and an Australian point of view. Includes best producer listings in both Australian and international contexts.

Paperback,  274 pp,  $32.95. Buy now

North American Pinot Noir  by J.W. Haeger
This comprehensive reference guide to Pinot Noir wine in North America includes historical and viticultural background and profiles of six dozen prominent producers in California, Oregon, British Columbia, New York, and elsewhere

,  455 pp,  $61.95. Buy now

The Little Book of Champagne  by Christian Pessey
History of Champagne and the details of its manufacture, as well as explanations on the various types of this famous drink.

Paperback,  120 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

Sweet Wines  by James Peterson
A burgeoning interest in sweet wines of all types has created a new market of wine and food lovers interested in learning as much as they can about this under-appreciated category. In this new book from best-selling cookbook author James Peterson, more than 60 wines from around the world are presented – from the fabled Sauternes and Barsacs of France to the crisp Mosel Auslesen of Germany to the rich ports and sherries of Portugal and Spain. Peterson describes how each wine is made, how it should be served, and what it tastes like. In addition, 50 recipes for hors d’oeuvres, appetizers, entrees, and desserts are paired with the wines they most perfectly complement. The book features dozens of helpful sidebars on topics such as organizing a

Hardback,  160 pp,  $35.00. Buy now

Zinfandel: A Reference Guide to California Zinfandel  by Cathleen Francisco
A background to the variety and its cultivation is provided. Then an alphabetical listing by producer with detailed information on the vineyards, the winemaking philosophy and the precise production details on each vintage, such as brix at harvest, residual sugar, the bottling date, cases produced, etc. The winemaker’s notes on each wine provide a vicarious sensual experience for the reader and the generous glossary provides considerable technical information.

Paperback,  274 pp,  $54.95. Buy now

Zin  by David Darlington
It is the grape that has been stepped, but never crushed. The zinfandel grape has triumphed since the 1990s, producing sophisticated wines such as those from the Ridge wineries. This book delves in the murky and curious history of the wine, and those who engineered its ascension

Paperback,  304 pp,  $28.99. Buy now

Bacchus and Me  by Jay McInerney
Contains forty-nine essays about wines, including reds, whites, dessert wines, champagnes, and aperitifs, with advice for shopping and ordering in restaurants.

Hardback,  283 pp,  $39.95. Buy now

Cordials from Your Garden  by Pattie Vagras, Rich Gulling
Includes unique and luxurious recipes for fruit, nut, spice, coffee, and cream liqueurs, plus flavoured brandies, rums and vodkas.

Paperback,  176 pp,  $19.99. Buy now

White Wine for Dummies  by Ed McCarthy, Mary Ewing-Mulligan
Following on from “Wine for Dummies”, this guide concentrates on white wine. The book covers all the basics from how to choose a good wine to how to read a label. A glossary of terms, a pronunciation guide and a vintage chart are included.

Paperback,  256 pp,  $17.95. Buy now

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