The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better way to spread cheer than with a thoughtful gift. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned sommelier, a casual cocktail lover, someone just beginning to explore the world of vintages and varietals, or your favorite chef, there’s a perfect book waiting to be unwrapped and enjoyed. Raise a glass and dive into this curated selection (sent as samples) sure to impress!
We loved the classic film Sideways years ago, didn’t we? Now, readers of Sideways Uncorked: The Perfect Pairing of Food and Wine are able to reminisce and take a deep dive into the movie itself while discovering how this “pop-culture phenomenon dramatically impacted the wine industry.” Authors Kirk Honeycutt, a seasoned film critic, journalist, teacher and author, and Mira Advani Honeycutt, wine journalist of over 25 years, lead each reader to Santa Barbara, the setting of the movie, and engage us with photos and anecdotes as we follow the journey of Pinot Noir. In Sideways Uncorked, the cultures of wine and film converge in a book that you’ll not want to stop reading. Order HERE at a cost of $29.95 and pour the Pinot Noir now.
How many of us have heard of the Norton grape, otherwise known as Cynthiana? My home state of Virginia produces wine of Cynthiana but unfortunately, this grape is eclipsed by the more popular wines of Europe, California and other regions. Lynn Hamilton, author
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