{"title":"Christmas Gifts for Wine Lovers","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"port-vintages-j-d-a-wiseman","title":"Port Vintages","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Port Vintages: The Chronicle of Vintage Ports, From the Beginning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePort Vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e is the definitive chronicle of Vintage Port over the last two and a half centuries.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn many wine regions of the world the best type of wine is made every year. This is not true of Vintage Port. The Port producers do not ‘declare’ a Vintage Port in every year, only in some, when they believe the wine will have enough power and durability and excellence. For most Port brands, this happens about one year in three. There is an obvious question: which years did which producers declare? There is an obvious route to the answer: ask them. They sent answers, some slightly wrong, some very wrong. Correspondence went along the lines of ‘Your list doesn’t include 1958, but your 1958 exists, and is good.’ Several previous books have included an appendix listing producers and years. Each has a list of producers by year, or years by producer, with no evidence and no verifiability. All those lists have errors, both of inclusion and omission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePort Vintages has evidence of which Port producers declared which vintages, and for each, all the facts and stories that could be found. It is organised into producer chapters, and within those, by vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2018, when Port Vintages was published, I had firmly intended that to be the end of that decade of work. But after publication much more material was sent to me: by friends, by acquaintances and by strangers who became friends. Thank you. This second edition contains that extra data, and all of the good information from the first edition. Port Vintages is the definitive chronicle of Vintage Port. Enjoy, both the book and the drinking!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe book is only available at academieduvinlibrary.com. To learn more about J D A Wiseman's work, please visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.portvintages.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ewww.portvintages.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor bulk orders and trade customers, please contact \u003ca href=\"mailto:hermione.ireland@academieduvinlibrary.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehermione.ireland@academieduvinlibrary.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39975518994496,"sku":"ADJDPOR024","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/PortVintages-Paperback.jpg?v=1718148866"},{"product_id":"the-south-america-wine-guide-amanda-barnes-mw","title":"The South America Wine Guide","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The South America Wine Guide: The definitive guide to wine in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia \u0026amp; Peru\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe South America Wine Guide\u003c\/em\u003e by Amanda Barnes MW is the result of a decade of research and interviews conducted by the author while travelling around and living on the continent. In collaboration with over 60 regional specialists, \u003cem\u003eThe South America Wine Guide\u003c\/em\u003e comprehensively details over 70 wine regions and maps out in stunning detail 40 wine regions — many of which have never before been mapped or documented in the English language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith charismatic and engaging writing, the author artfully explores 500 years of wine history and insightfully puts the wines of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia, Peru and beyond into context today. This monumental book reveals new and exciting discoveries for even the most seasoned wine expert, while remaining approachable for those just beginning their foray into the world of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s in the South America Wine Guide?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive guide to the wine regions of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia and Peru (including terroir essentials and influencing factors, most important grape varieties and top producers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA history of wine in South America up to the present day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-depth analysis of Latin American wine production today, including the most comprehensive database of wine production in South America to date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus features on the revival of old vines and historical regions, as well as new emerging wine zones and wine styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaps of the different wine regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine producer profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of wine recommendations from over 3,000 samples tasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-book-template=\"default\" data-cols=\"3\" data-thumbnail=\"\" data-tax=\"null\" data-pdf=\"\" data-page-n=\"0\" data-urlparam=\"fb3d-page\" data-lightbox=\"dark-shadow\" data-template=\"short-white-book-view\" data-title=\"false\" data-mode=\"fullscreen\" data-id=\"13456\" class=\"_3d-flip-book  fb3d-fullscreen-mode full-size\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39975519060032,"sku":"ADABSOU026","price":37.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/SouthAmericaWineGuide.jpg?v=1717490690"},{"product_id":"the-bordeaux-club-neil-mckendrick","title":"The Bordeaux Club","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Bordeaux Club: The Seventy-Year Story of Great Wines and the Friends Who Shared Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of twelve friends who gathered to share and celebrate the extraordinary wines of Bordeaux. Like-minded in their love of wine,\u003cbr\u003ethey differed wildly (often alarmingly!) in their personal wealth, life and circumstances. Their opinions, always voiced, had the power to ignite anger and divide friendships just as easily as they bound them together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeil McKendrick, member and minute-taker for fifty-seven of the Club’s seventy extraordinary years, weaves the tale of this convivial group with the rigour of a Cambridge academic (he is ex-Master of Gonville and Caius) and the humour of a born raconteur. He celebrates the beauty of top-class Bordeaux and the splendour of each setting – from glorious country houses to rickety Dickensian boardrooms – in which these men were lucky enough to dine, serving up memories of vintages the like of which we will never see again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e‘Well over 1,000 bottles consumed...’: Bordeaux’ top wines described by the brilliant Hugh Johnson, Michael Broadbent and Steven Spurrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerdicts and opinions from the historian Sir John Plumb, ‘the rudest man in Cambridge’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1865, 1929, 1945, 1961, 1985, 1990... the highlights of these six famous Bordeaux vintages are revealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaut-Brion, Lafite, Mouton-Rothschild, Margaux and Latour – the Médoc’s first growths appraised by the finest palates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the grandeur of Saling Hall (Essex) to the extensively portraited Master’s Lodge at Caius College, Cambridge: 16 perfect settings for wine enjoyment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeper of the deepest cellar (and partner to most notorious wife), Lord Harry Walston’s irresistibly scandalous lifestyle explored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotes of the author’s extraordinary £1 purchases from the Caius College Cellar (Latour 1928, Lafite 1945) – for sale at this low price because the dons couldn’t drink them with pineapple...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbominations and anomalies, the wines that courted controversy: white burgundy, Moscato d’Asti and the contentious clarets of 1927\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39975519223872,"sku":"ADNMCLU029","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/TheBordeauxClub.jpg?v=1718058669"},{"product_id":"ethos-priorat-elizabeth-hecker","title":"Ethos Priorat","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEthos Priorat\u003c\/em\u003e is an experience, a journey into the life within the wines of the Priorat. Despite its isolation it has quickly become one of the most important wine regions in the world. The reasons for this are explained in three simple chapters: Nature, Spirit and Wine. Nature provides an in-depth look at the Priorat terroir as well as growth and sustainability. Spirit is the human part of the story recollecting history through the formation of the villages along with the people's relationship with the vines through the seasons. The final chapter, Wine, is a sensory journey from vineyard to cellar as the fruit transforms into a Priorat wine. Experts in regional history, geology, viticulture and winemaking make it a definitive resource about the distinctions of this tiny wine region in Spain. Full-colour photographs flow throughout the story from beginning to end leaving a lasting, and comprehensive impression about the region and its wines. Perhaps through our love of wine, and the story of the Priorat, we will surrender to our senses and remember how important it is to take care of nature so nature can take care of us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-book-template=\"default\" data-cols=\"3\" data-thumbnail=\"\" data-tax=\"null\" data-pdf=\"\" data-page-n=\"0\" data-urlparam=\"fb3d-page\" data-lightbox=\"dark-shadow\" data-template=\"short-white-book-view\" data-title=\"false\" data-mode=\"fullscreen\" data-id=\"16774\" class=\"_3d-flip-book  fb3d-fullscreen-mode full-size\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"academie-du-vin-library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39975519617088,"sku":"OPEHPRI036","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Ethios.jpg?v=1717770374"},{"product_id":"from-bordeaux-to-the-stars-jean-michel-cazes","title":"From Bordeaux to the Stars","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout From Bordeaux to the Stars: The Reawakening of a Wine Legend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranslated by leading Bordeaux writer Jane Anson, Jean-Michel Cazes’ powerful description of the transformation not just of the Cazes family’s estate – the renowned classed growth Château Lynch-Bages, one of the Left Bank’s most treasured crus – but of Bordeaux’s entire wine scene. Witnessing radical change in the vineyards over the last 50 years, breakthrough vinification technology, and a sequence of stellar vintages that reignited a global passion for the wines of Bordeaux, he charts the path of this wine to a new look that shook the world... literally, from provincial Pauillac to the fringes of outer-space!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTranslated by leading Bordeaux writer Jane Anson.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow the Cazes family survived danger and deprivation during World War II, and struggled through the brutal economic downturn of the 1960s and ’70s when even the finest grands crus ‘could not be sold’...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking with the ‘revolutionaries’ who changed Bordeaux’s fortunes: Alexis Lichine, Philippe de Rothschild and the legendary Emile Peynaud...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Jean-Michel’s skills as a young IBM ace helped him develop the first broking programmes for Bordeaux’s dawning En Primeur scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaking Bordeaux to the world via New York, Napa, Texas, Canada, Hong Kong and then – ‘you never know where wine will take you!’ – into space!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1982 and the Parker Era: Bordeaux’s turnaround and new-found stardom in the eyes of the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePauillac, Margaux, Sauternes and Pomerol: Jean-Michel’s influence extends beyond his home vineyards to the beautiful Châteaux of Pichon- Longueville, Ormes de Pez, Petit-Village, Suduiraut and Haut-Batailley...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a bit of Bordeaux ‘know-how’: Jean-Michel’s unflagging interest in the global wine business takes him ‘abroad’ to the Languedoc and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Portugal, Australia and Hungary...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA family affair: a new generation of the Cazes clan greet the mid-2020s by fulfilling Jean-Michel’s dream of ‘Cordeillan-Bages’ – a gastronomic and vinous haven in the Médoc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-book-template=\"default\" data-cols=\"3\" data-thumbnail=\"\" data-tax=\"null\" data-pdf=\"\" data-page-n=\"0\" data-urlparam=\"fb3d-page\" data-lightbox=\"dark-shadow\" data-template=\"short-white-book-view\" data-title=\"false\" data-mode=\"fullscreen\" data-id=\"16982\" class=\"_3d-flip-book  fb3d-fullscreen-mode full-size\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39975519649856,"sku":"ADJCBDX037","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/FromBordeauxToTheStars.jpg?v=1717492302"},{"product_id":"steven-spurriers-academie-du-vin-wine-course","title":"Steven Spurrier‘s Académie du Vin Wine Course","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Steven Spurrier‘s Académie du Vin Wine Course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur founder, the late Steven Spurrier, wine connoisseur, critic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eextraordinaire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and instigator of the famed 1976 ‘Judgement of Paris’, was a man who in the immortal of words of Hugh Johnson, ‘was born with a silver spoon in his mouth and never stopped stirring’. Back in 1972, Steven founded the Académie du Vin – a series of classes that blended factual information with practical tasting experience, and which were structured so that students could build their knowledge in a gradual, orderly way without becoming ‘swamped’. In the 1980s his Académie du Vin Wine Course became a best-selling book. Now, the Académie du Vin Library is delighted to honour Steven’s legacy by publishing an-all new commemorative edition, handsomely bound in a linen slipcase, and fully revised and updated to reflect the wine world of today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to the spirit of the original, \u003cem\u003eSteven Spurrier’s Académie du Vin Wine Course\u003c\/em\u003e takes the reader logically through every aspect of wine appreciation: how to taste wine like the professionals; why the ways grapes are grown and wines are made have such a profound impact on the final taste; the characteristics of the most popular grape varieties and the world’s wine-growing regions; and last, but certainly not least, how to store and collect wine so that you can appreciate it in years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a newcomer to fine wine or already an afficionado, there is no more enjoyable, concise way to take your learning to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn illustrated walk-though the wine tasting process, incorporating all of the wisdom that Steven acquired during a lifetime of tasting fine wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoroughly up-to-date view of how grapes are grown and turned into wine, and the challenges and opportunities presented by climate change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwenty-nine of the of the world’s most important grape varieties under the microscope, complete with graphic profiles and tasting notes, and examples of wines that express them to perfection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive guide, with maps, to the world’s wine-producing regions – 36 in all – including Steven’s views on those that are up and coming as well as the old favourites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn insider’s guide to cellaring, building a collection, buying \u003cem\u003een primeur\u003c\/em\u003e and investing, complete with 30-year vintage charts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39975520370752,"sku":"ADSSWCO049","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/StevenSpurrierADVCourse.jpg?v=1717491558"},{"product_id":"the-australian-ark-andrew-caillard-mw","title":"The Australian Ark","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Ark is a landmark history of the Australian wine industry. Documenting the times of key people and events from the first days of white settlement to the present day, this three-volume work promises to become the reference of Australian wine history for decades to come. Easy to read, beautifully researched and substantial in scale, The Australian Ark reveals a far more ambitious and fascinating story than previously told. Many observers of the mid-19th Century believed that Australia would become the France of the Southern Hemisphere. Although it would never achieve the same level of wealth as wool, coal and iron ore, wine has always been near the centre of influence and power throughout Australia’s rich and storied past.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Andrew Caillard MW, one of the most authoritative wine experts in Australia, has been a central figure in shaping the nation's fine wine agenda for over 40 years. A direct descendant of South Australia’s Reynell family and a co-founder of auction house Langton’s, Andrew Caillard has held a lifelong fascination for industry ambitions, Australia’s wine families and the country’s social, economic and political history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Ark integrates all these strands with pace, energy and empathy. Geoffrey Robertson AO KC, Australian human rights barrister, academic, author, and broadcaster, introduces The Australian Ark as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘a lengthy and scholastic work [comprising] an enthusiastic tale of an industry we can be proud of.’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a romantic and magnificent story of challenges and heartbreaks, a story of young ambitions in an ancient land, and the development of a truly unique and fascinating wine culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume 1: 1788–1900, The Colonial Era\u003cbr\u003eVolume 2: 1901–1983, Federation to the Modern Era\u003cbr\u003eVolume 3: 1983–present day, Contemporary Times – Recollections and Perspectives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso included in the work is a Canon of Australian Wine and the fascinating stories behind these labels is intertwined through the narrative. This is not a definitive list of the country’s most important wines and vineyards, but it reveals the overall pattern of development of fine Australian wine and will hopefully spark passionate debate long into the future. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #9a1316;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian readers can purchase the book directly from the publisher \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/australianark.com\/shop\/\" style=\"color: #9a1316; text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40021226127424,"sku":"OPACAUS052","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/ARK-HB2.png?v=1709736031"},{"product_id":"drinking-dom-perignon-1921-to-2013-edward-kaukoranta","title":"Drinking Dom Pérignon 1921 to 2013","description":"\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eA brief history of Dom Pérignon and Champagne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eAn introduction to Dom Pérignon winemaking and the Cuvées; Blanc, Rosé, P2\/P3 and Œnothéque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eA guide to understanding the rating points and bottle conditions of Champagnes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eIncludes 280 tasting notes with 598 rating points following the development of the Cuvées of Dom Pérignon starting from 2005\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e68 high-quality page-size photos of the empty bottles enjoyed starting from the 1920s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003eFuture predictions to the cuvées of Dom Pérignon, get to know when to enjoy each vintage at its peak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40333312622656,"sku":"OPEKDOM102","price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Drinking_Dom_Perignon_cover.png?v=1721141716"},{"product_id":"wine-confident-there-is-no-wrong-way-to-enjoy-wine-kelli-a-white","title":"Wine Confident","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWine Confident: There is No Wrong Way to Enjoy Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same elements that make wine thrilling – its breadth of regions, varieties and vintages, its ever-changing nature, rituals and the many languages of its labels – can also make it intimidating. And this breaks Kelli White’s heart. In \u003cem\u003eWine Confident\u003c\/em\u003e, she takes the anxiety out of wine description by teaching us how to reach the right metaphors; debunks the myths around restaurant choices; tells the truth about sommeliers (she’s been there, she is one!), and teaches us how to order wine like a pro. For Kelli, wine really matters – not just as a fine-dining accompaniment or to relax your shoulders at the end of a long day, but as a clue to the character of our natural world. Here, upper-class pretensions are swept aside and the core message of this book –communicated with Kelli’s uniquely quirky wit and warm humour – is clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere is no wrong way to enjoy wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e• How to taste: it’s about using all your senses!\u003cbr\u003e• Training your nose: pay attention to your world and be a better smeller!\u003cbr\u003e• Letting the poets in: learn to connect flavour with language\u003cbr\u003e• Kelli’s advice on talking to sommeliers and ordering wine like a pro\u003cbr\u003e• Don’t overthink it: wine, food, difficult bottles and choosing your stemware...\u003cbr\u003e• How to start a collection – and how to store it if you’re cellar-less\u003cbr\u003e• Lessons in anatomy: how grapes are grown and wine is made (and how this affects the flavours in your glass)\u003cbr\u003e• Wine and the future: understanding organic, biodynamic, regenerative and sustainable wine production in our warming world\u003cbr\u003e• You decide! ...the many ways that wine knowledge can change your life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40337767694400,"sku":"ADKWCON104","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Wine_Confident_3D_Hardback.jpg?v=1723732032"},{"product_id":"on-tuscany-susan-keevil","title":"On Tuscany","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOn Tuscany: From Brunello to Bolgheri, Wine Tales From the Heart of Italy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last 30 years have seen Tuscany transformed from beautiful backwater to beating heart of Italian wine. It hasn’t been an easy evolution and it isn’t over yet… As Sangiovese challenges the dominance of the mighty Super Tuscans (their story told on these pages), 11 new Chianti Classico terroir zones are set to vie with the \u003cem\u003eclimats\u003c\/em\u003e of burgundy for vineyard transparency, and the mountain wines, Montalcino and its once-illustrious cousin Montepulciano, renew their rivalry. \u003cem\u003eOn Tuscany\u003c\/em\u003e describes all of this and more… from the rugged vinescapes of Bolgheri and coastal Maremma, to the hidden roads of Chianti and the terraces of Giglio, voiced by much-loved authors, cutting-edge specialists and Italy’s newest Masters of Wine. All of them enchanted by the wild winds that sweep this land, breathing life into the vineyards and the deepest character into its wines…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Chianti Classico’s 11 new terroir zones, the ‘UGA’s, introduced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• How Cabernet Sauvignon changed Tuscany’s fortunes forever\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Tuscany’s colourful native grape characters: Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Ansonica and Mammolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Hard scrabble to the highest heights: Montalcino’s epic climb to fortune and fame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• The great families of Tuscany and what drove them to success: Antinori, Frescobaldi, Biondi Santi, Incisa della Rochetta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• A–Z of Amazing Tuscans: the artists, authors, philosophers and scientists who made this region great\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• D H Lawrence explores the life-affirming world of Tuscany’s Etruscan forebears\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Tuscany’s sweet signature: far from the red-wine race track, David Gleave explores the beauty and diversity of Vin Santo, each grower with their own recipe…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Olive oil: how Tuscan wine and olives keep pace throughout the year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eAdditional contributors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith contributions from: Jane Anson, Andrew Jefford, Hugh Johnson, Victoria Moore, Jancis Robinson MW, Nicolas Belfrage MW, David Gleave MW, Ruth Rogers, and many more…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40360645951552,"sku":"ADSKOTU110","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/On_Tuscany_3D_Hardback_v2.jpg?v=1738596798"},{"product_id":"behind-the-glass-the-chemical-and-sensorial-terroir-of-wine-tasting-gus-zhu-mw","title":"Behind the Glass","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Behind the Glass: The Chemical and Sensorial Terroir of Wine Tasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elooks into the science of what we see, experience in our mouths and smell when we taste wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/i\u003e readers will discover the science involved in wine tasting and learn why wine tastes the way it does. Wine is chemically extremely complex, while sensory appreciation can be subjective, meaning that our perception of wine is many layered. \u003ci\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/i\u003e is aimed at the non-scientist curious wine lover or wine professional and uses flavour chemistry and sensory science to help readers understand what is going on when they taste a glass of wine. The book is divided into three sections, on the visual appreciation of wine, the taste of wine on the palate and the smell of wine, and explains the chemical and sensory aspects of each. The text is illuminated by accompanying colour illustrations. \u003ci\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/i\u003e concludes with six pairs of wines to taste, to allow readers to put into practice the ideas explored in the book. By understanding more fully the chemical and sensorial aspects of wine tasting readers will equip themselves to better appreciate each glass of wine they taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo science background required: unravels the science behind wine tasting in a way that can be easily understood by anybody with a serious interest in wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine colour demystified: explains the chemicals that make up the colours of red, rosé and white wines and how our eyes perceive those colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chemistry of taste: what are the compounds in wine that make them taste the way they do; from sweet and umami to bitter, sour and even salty how do our tongues taste wine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe infinite world of aromas: the chemistry behind the myriad perceptions of wine on the nose and why so much of what we ‘taste’ in wine is actually down to what we smell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe science of difference: from genetic variations to individual experiences and preconceptions, why do two people rarely experience the exact same sensations when tasting a glass of wine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40369565597760,"sku":"CWGZCHE090","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Behind_the_Glass_Draft_DustJacket.jpg?v=1726144563"},{"product_id":"mallorca-wine-jurgen-mathass-thilo-weimar-wolf-wilder","title":"Mallorca \u0026 Wine","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Mallorca Book to Whet Your Thirst and Wanderlust\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMallorca has long been known as a beautiful holiday island. But who would have thought in the mid-1980s that the favourite island of the Germans and the British would one day become a destination for wine lovers? A handful of wine producers and 500 hectares of more or less cultivated vineyards were scattered across the island, which had even supplied France with wine 100 years earlier. But then everything changed. The typical Mallorcan limestone and marl soils, some of which are rich in iron, were already in place. When pioneers such as Ferrer, Ribas, Miquel Gelabert, and, a little later, Anima Negra gained international recognition, oenologists and investors recognized the potential of the island's viticulture. Today, more than 100 bodegas cultivate over 3,000 hectares of vineyards, some of which produce wines that are appreciated all over the world and celebrated for their particularly subtle style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo doubt about it: it was time for a serious, expertly researched, and photographed wine book about the island and the people who have dedicated themselves to Mallorcan wine, about their dreams, their ambitions, and the remarkable dynamism that has brought cosmopolitan glamour to this small island. A coincidence brought the three editors together—all experts in their field—and congenially complemented by graphic designer Julie Finkel, who has managed to present the text and images in an appealing and island-friendly way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this unique guide to Mallorca are the 55 wineries selected by the editorial team. The criteria: the biggest, the best, and the most interesting bodegas. Of course, Jürgen Mathäß's texts also include a detailed presentation of Mallorca as a wine island, with its history, its grape varieties, and its unusual terroir. The book dedicates a chapter to a specialty of the island, the island lovers, the immigrant oenologists, the entrepreneurs, and the wine-loving amateurs and their dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone not yet convinced of the beauty of the island will be inspired to travel by the photographs of Thilo Weimar, who has captured not only the people but also the villages and the landscape. For travelers to Mallorca, the book also offers tips on restaurants with particularly good wine lists, addresses of wine shops, and portraits of hotels that offer wine knowledge and enjoyment in a special way, with seminars, extensive wine cellars, and professional advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40374998335552,"sku":"OPMWMAL111","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Mallorca_and_Wine_3D.png?v=1726153754"},{"product_id":"rioja-the-smart-travellers-wine-guide-fintan-kerr","title":"Rioja","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout Rioja: The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRioja\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the great wine regions of the world, with a history that spans many centuries. Here you find hilltop villages with narrow cobbled streets within medieval walls and, in the vineyards, evidence of winemaking that dates back to the Romans. Today, alongside those traditions, some of the most radical architecture – and winemaking – flourishes. Rioja, ancient and modern combined, is fascinating for its towns, its people, its fabulous festivals, and above all for its wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEverything you need to know about Rioja and its wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWine history and geography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eRioja classifications explained\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eThe best villages and wineries to visit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWhere to eat and where to stay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWine routes for day trippers and weekenders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWhere the winemakers dine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide: a series of regional guides for the wine-curious\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academie Du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40396660637760,"sku":"ADFKRIO112","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Rioja_3D_New.jpg?v=1741616860"},{"product_id":"the-cynics-guide-to-wine-sunny-hodge","title":"The Cynic’s Guide to Wine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Cynic's Guide to Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNo snobbery, just wine science. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever felt lost in a swirl of wine jargon, The Cynic’s Guide to Wine is the breath of fresh air you’ve been waiting for. This isn’t just another wine book—it’s a sharp, witty, science-driven exploration of what’s really happening in your glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunny Hodge peels back the pretentious layers of the wine world and gives readers real, bite-sized insights grounded in wine science, horticulture, botany and sensory perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA straight-talking wine book for wine geeks and professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this wine book different:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo pretentious talk – Say goodbye to intimidating terminology. This wine book explains the concepts clearly, without assuming prior knowledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by real wine science – Explore the facts behind flavour—from soil composition to fermentation – based on real scientific principles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for modern readers – Information is broken down into engaging, digestible sections. Ideal for curious readers who want to understand wine, not just drink it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefreshingly honest – Challenges the myths and marketing behind the wine industry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever questioned what you’re told about terroir, vintage, or tasting notes—this book is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe perfect gift for wine lovers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for unique wine gifts? The Cynic’s Guide to Wine makes a thoughtful gift for:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine beginners and students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood and drink enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScience lovers and skeptics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51557246337406,"sku":"CWARHIS096","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/The_Cynic_s_Guide_to_Wine_GFW_Winner.svg?v=1781020039"},{"product_id":"bordeaux-the-smart-travellers-wine-guide-georgie-hindle","title":"Bordeaux","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout Bordeaux: The Smart Traveller's Wine Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBordeaux, the spiritual home of wine, fires the imagination of anyone who has ever pulled a cork. So evocative is the name and so renowned are the wines, you might think you know it already – but Bordeaux is much more than the glamour of the great estates. If you want to find the hidden corners – the country lanes as well as the famous Route des Châteaux, if your dream is not just to visit but to know and love the greatest wine region on Earth, this is the book for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEverything you need to know about Bordeaux and its wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWine history and geography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eBordeaux classifications explained\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eThe best villages and wineries to visit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWhere to eat and where to stay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWine routes for day trippers and weekenders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWhere the winemakers dine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide: a series of regional guides for the wine-curious\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academie Du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51564758892926,"sku":"ADGHBDX113","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Bordeaux_new_3D.jpg?v=1741616814"},{"product_id":"anthology-collection-in-slipcase-susan-keevil","title":"Anthology Collection","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout the \"On...\" series Anthology Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEXCLUSIVE TO Académie du Vin Library, this collection of wine anthologies gathers together the words of the finest wine writers and specialists ever to put pen to paper. Each book focuses on one of the world’s major wine-growing regions and brings its flavours, its characters, its landscape and the story of its wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBooks included in this collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-tuscany\" title=\"On Tuscany\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON TUSCANY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Brunello to Bolgheri, Wine Tales From the Heart of Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe rise of Tuscany’s great wines, narrated by the authors and experts who know them best.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-burgundy\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eON BURGUNDY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Maddening to Marvellous in 59 Wine Tales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eInsights, answers and experiences from the writers who know Burgundy best\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-champagne\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON CHAMPAGNE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Tapestry of Tales to Celebrate the Greatest Sparkling Wine of All\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eChampagne vignettes, from the authors and experts who love it best\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-california\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON CALIFORNIA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Napa to Nebbiolo... Wine Tales from the Golden State\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalifornia’s great wine adventure as told by our A-list team of experts and enthusiasts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-bordeaux\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON BORDEAUX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/product\/on-bordeaux\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTales of the Unexpected from the World's Greatest Wine Region\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhy these wines are the most talked-about\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51730673009022,"sku":"ADONFSE114","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Anthology_Collection_2025.jpg?v=1738596798"},{"product_id":"multidimensional-wine-gerard-bertrand","title":"Multidimensional Wine","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom an exploration of the soul of southern French terroirs to the \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ecomplex art of blending, unfolds the remarkable journey of a \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ededicated and ambitious winegrower.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e‘Blending is the Everest of the winemaker, the Opera Vertical \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewhich calls into question previous achievements and demands \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ethorough preparation to conquer new faces of the same mountain, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eevery single year. There is nothing more beautiful or more \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eexhilarating in wine. It is the pinnacle, the ultimate act, and it is \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ewhat reveals the imprint of the vintage.’ \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGérard Bertrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA winemaker of rare talent, Gérard Bertrand reveals how, driven by extraordinary determination and sensitivity, along with transformative encounters and relentless hard work, he has elevated wine blending to the status of a true artistic discipline. Year after year, vintage after vintage, he has honed his craft, revolutionized his viticultural practices to establish the world’s largest biodynamic vineyard, and expanded his business operations across 180 countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis book offers a fascinating deep dive into the journey of a passionate winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54954385539454,"sku":"OPGBSIG117","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Multidimensional_Wine.png?v=1741170861"},{"product_id":"the-wines-of-california-elaine-chukan-brown","title":"The Wines of California","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout The Wines of California\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA concise, complete, smartly delivered and cohesive book for serious readers and students of wine. Focusing on the world’s fourth largest producer of wine – California – the book takes readers on a journey through the Golden State’s wines, paying due attention to famous wine destinations such as Sonoma and Napa as well as introducing readers to exciting lesser-known regions to explore. The book is divided into three major sections. The first looks at California wine in the context of the history of the state as a whole. It addresses key issues in California wine growing such as Indigenous Peoples and land ownership, immigration and labour issues, the back-to-the land movement, environmental protest and innovations in sustainability. The second section takes each major region in turn and looks into its history, growing conditions and varieties, as well as discussing the most significant and interesting producers. A final section looks at current themes in Californian wine and discusses the future of the industry across the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Explains all the state’s AVAs, examining the development, growing conditions and varietal trends for each\u003cbr\u003e• Profiles the main producers and individuals shaping the Californian wine industry today\u003cbr\u003e• A useful reference on California that also provides alternative insights and insider\u003cbr\u003eknowledge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e• \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSupported by colour maps and photos\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55256958763390,"sku":"CWEBCAL088","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/The_wines_of_California.jpg?v=1740680544"},{"product_id":"taste-the-limestone-smell-the-slate-alex-maltman","title":"Taste the Limestone, Smell the Slate","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAbout Taste the Limestone, Smell the Slate: A geologist wanders through the world of wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat does rock do for wine? As the very platform on which our vineyards sit, we assume it’s the first influencer in line to shape the character of what’s in our glass. Vineyards on limestone will surely differ from those on slate, or sandstone, clay or granite. We can almost imagine the vine reaching its roots down to sip the geological flavours below – then transferring them to the wine in our glass… But it’s not like that at all says Professor Alex Maltman, Emeritus Professor of Geology at Aberystwyth University: Grapevines don’t eat rock...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIlluminating, engaging and fearlessly controversial, \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eTaste the Limestone, Smell the Slate \u003c\/i\u003eis Alex Maltman’s quest to discover the link between vineyard geology and wine flavour. He outlines the science, unravels the metaphors and challenges us to question the accepted truths we read on wine labels and in the press. Rock by rock, soil by soil, he leads us on a geological journey highlighting connections that many of us are simply oblivious of…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhile there’s no doubt that the rocks around us \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003edo\u003c\/i\u003e influence the wine in our glass, this book seeks out the proof (indeed, if there is any) that they influence flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• A beautifully illustrated, entertaining exploration into the connection between vineyard geology and the wine in our glass\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• Written by one of the world’s leading experts on wine geology\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• A great gift for any wine lover who cares where their wines come from\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• Challenging, engaging and full of debate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e• From investigations originally published in \u003cem\u003eThe World of Fine Wine\u003c\/em\u003e magazine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55271096811902,"sku":"ADAMLIM118","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/TastetheLimestonefrontcover3D.jpg?v=1741101504"},{"product_id":"rhone-valley-the-smart-travellers-wine-guide-matt-walls","title":"Rhône Valley","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p2\"\u003eAbout Rhône Valley: The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhône Valley: The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide is part of a series of regional guides for the wine-curious.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe wines of the Rhône Valley are among the finest in the world, made by families who have worked their land for generations. Here we introduce you to the winemakers with intimate knowledge of local history, geography, culture and traditions. And then we’ll tell you about the food of the Rhône: olive oil, black truffles, cheese, charcuterie and the most delicious, sun-warmed tomatoes you’ll ever eat. This book is for anyone who loves unspoilt villages in beautiful countryside, bustling markets in ancient squares,  local delicacies and above all – wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEverything you need to know about the Rhône Valley and its wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe best villages and wineries to visit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWhere to eat and where to stay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWine routes for day trippers and weekenders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003eWhere the winemakers dine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHistory and geography of the Rhône Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWine classifications and appellations explained\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academie Du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55300134764926,"sku":"ADMWRHO119","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/NEW_Rhone_Valley_3D.jpg?v=1753967633"},{"product_id":"drinking-eating-loving-sherry-planeto-gastro-sherry-wines-manzanilla-reguluatory-council","title":"Drinking, Eating, Loving Sherry","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrinking, Eating, Loving Sherry\u003c\/em\u003e captures the essence and gastronomic revolution of Sherry wines through the testimonies and contributions of the world's leading chefs and sommeliers. A book that not only celebrates the history and diversity of these unique wines, but also analyses how they influence and inspire the great culinary creations of recent years. An invitation to explore the fascination that the Marco de Jerez awakens in the most prestigious tables around the world and the definitive work to understand how Sherry Wines have marked a before and after in international haute cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach page of \u003cem\u003eDrinking, Eating, Loving Sherry\u003c\/em\u003e is an invitation to understand the depth and richness of sherry in modern gastronomy, drawn from the testimonies of the great experts and the most surprising pairings. Iconic figures such as José Andrés, Josep Roca, Ferran Adrià and Heston Blumenthal share their personal and professional experiences, providing an unprecedented perspective on how these wines have inspired and enriched their creations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55433665544574,"sku":"OPSHERR122","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Drinking_Eating_Loving_Sherry_3D_image.jpg?v=1745501838"},{"product_id":"wines-of-lebanon-michael-karam","title":"Wines of Lebanon","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Wines of Lebanon\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMichael Karam and Norbert Schiller’s latest collaboration is a follow-up to the award-winning \u003cem\u003eWines of Lebanon\u003c\/em\u003e (2005), in which the pair take us on another journey through the vineyards of Lebanon. They chart a history of winemaking that began with early man and which, over the next 7000 years, witnessed the convulsions of a region central to the story of humanity, meeting the people who epitomize a proud tradition, sharing their challenges, triumphs and tragedies. This book also highlights the development of an industry from one that operated in isolation, part of a rural and religious tradition, to one that has adapted to a global industry while coping with conflict and instability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWines of Lebanon: The Journey Continues\u003c\/em\u003e is both a wine guide and a cultural history. Extensively illustrated, it is a valuable reference for all wine enthusiasts and those with an interest in the Middle East. For the Lebanese, wherever they may live, the book also serves as a cultural touchstone, connecting them with a proud and unique heritage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e‘Michael’s writing and Norbert’s beautiful images capture the very essence of what it means to be Lebanese,’ says Librairie Antoine Chairman, Sami Naufal. ‘So in this respect it is much more than a wine book; it is a celebration of a nation.’\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55433714893182,"sku":"OPMKLEB123","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Wines_of_Lebanon_3D.jpg?v=1745501803"},{"product_id":"cote-dor-2nd-edition-wines-and-winemakers-of-heart-of-burgundy-raymond-blake","title":"Côte d'Or (2nd edition)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout Côte d'Or: The wines and winemakers of the heart of Burgundy (2nd Edition)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLocated in the very heart of Burgundy, Côte d’Or stretches for a narrow 35-mile band but holds some of the world’s most expensive vineyard real estate, where some of the great names of French wine, such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges and Puligny-Montrachet, are produced. There is hardly another wine region where knowledge of the back-story is so critical to understanding the wine, for it is impossible to understand burgundy without reference to the place it comes from and the people who make it. In \u003cem\u003eCôte d’Or\u003c\/em\u003e Raymond Blake transports the reader to the heart of Burgundy to tell the whole story of this hugely influential region, painting a complete picture of life there: the history, landscape, climate, culture and people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Features 100 producer profiles (with accompanying wine recommendations), the majority of which are new to this edition\u003cbr\u003e• An expanded geology and climate section for greater insight into the prized terroirs of the region\u003cbr\u003e• The first edition was shortlisted for the Domaine Faiveley International Wine Book of the Year at The Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards, 2018\u003cbr\u003e• Raymond Blake is an independent voice in wine, a wine enthusiast with a warm and welcoming style who writes for other passionate consumers\u003cbr\u003e• Improved colour mapping, featuring more detail on the most notable appellations\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55526217417086,"sku":"CWRBDOR097","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Cote_d_Or_1.jpg?v=1746718752"},{"product_id":"the-wines-of-central-and-southern-spain-from-catalunya-to-cadiz-sarah-jane-evans-mw","title":"The Wines of Central and Southern Spain","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout The Wines of Central and Southern Spain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe companion volume to the author’s \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/the-wines-of-northern-spain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wines of Northern Spain\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e explores the great variety of wines produced across the rest of Spain. Beginning in the east with Catalunya, the book journeys south down the Mediterranean coast to the Levante. The heart of Spain, including Madrid and La Mancha, is explored before we reach Andalucia in the south and voyage on to the Balearic and Canary Islands. The regions covered could not be more different, separated by language, customs and history as well as by gastronomy and wines. After a chapter on key grape varieties the author explores each region in turn, relating its history, exploring current trends in winemaking and viticulture and profiling the key producers. There is also a chapter on Spain’s sparkling wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Follows on from the success of Sarah Jane Evans’ \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/the-wines-of-northern-spain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wines of Northern Spain\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, also in the Classic Wine Library, published in 2018\u003cbr\u003e• Chapters cover big hitters such as Sherry and Priorat as well as less well known gems such as the island wines, making this an ideal book for more adventurous wine lovers\u003cbr\u003e• The author is one of the most highly regarded global commentators on the wines of Spain, an in-demand speaker, wine judge and Master of Wine\u003cbr\u003e• Supported by colour maps and photos\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55526431392126,"sku":"CWSECEN094","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Central_and_Southern_Spain.jpg?v=1748599276"},{"product_id":"napa-valley-the-smart-travellers-wine-guide-maria-c-hunt","title":"Napa Valley","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout Napa Valley: The Smart Traveller's Wine Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Smart Traveller's Wine Guide: Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect companion for the wine lover and the wine-curious. We cover the history of this beautiful wine region and its visionary founders, its unique geography and the wonderful variety of wines Napa produces. From Spring Mountain to St Helena, Carneros to Coombsville, we list where to stay and where to eat, which wineries to visit, wine routes to drive and cycle, the best downtown tasting rooms – and how to get to the places most tourists never see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide: a series of regional guides for the wine-curious\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academie Du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55560941404542,"sku":"ADMHNAP124","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Napa3Dcover1.jpg?v=1748521544"},{"product_id":"tuscany-the-smart-travellers-wine-guide-paul-caputo","title":"Tuscany","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Tuscany: The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuscany, with its rolling hills and gorgeous villas, its ancient towns and villages, is nirvana for wine lovers. \u003cem\u003eThe Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide\u003c\/em\u003e tells you all you need to know to get the most out of your stay, from the centuries-long history to the best wineries to visit, the trattorias of Montalcino and the lesser-known delights of Bolgheri. We explain what makes a SuperTuscan, decipher Tuscany’s wine classification system, and send you on journeys of discovery down the sun-dappled byways of Italy’s most seductive wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide: a series of regional guides for the wine-curious\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academie Du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55561875751294,"sku":"ADPCTUS125","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Tuscany3Dcover1.jpg?v=1748521503"},{"product_id":"rooted-in-change-the-stories-behind-sustainable-wine-jane-masters-mw-andrew-neather","title":"Rooted in Change","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Rooted in Change: The Stories Behind Sustainable Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRooted in Change\u003c\/em\u003e is co-authored by Jane Masters, a Master of Wine with a profound commitment to sustainability in the global wine industry, and Andrew Neather, a respected journalist and former wine critic for the \u003cem\u003eLondon Evening Standard\u003c\/em\u003e. Together, they provide a thoughtful and accessible exploration of how the wine industry can evolve in response to the greatest challenges of our era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Why wine is the canary in the coal mine of climate change, and why production in 2024 was the lowest since 1961 due to a combination of wild fires, drought, torrential rain and floods.\u003cbr\u003e• How a modern approach to viticulture and pest control can not only eliminate the use of harmful pesticides and fertilizers, but save growers money.\u003cbr\u003e• How innovation – in terms of materials, practices and transportation throughout the supply chain – can dramatically reduce the industry’s carbon footprint.\u003cbr\u003e• A look at the social side of sustainability, and why exploitative labour practices are fundamentally bad for the industry.\u003cbr\u003e• Interviews with growers and producers the world over – people whose commitment to sustainability is on a par with their desire to create the finest wines possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePainstakingly researched, and packed with thought-provoking facts and statistics, \u003cem\u003eRooted in Change \u003c\/em\u003eis a must-read for anyone with a vested interest in the future of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished in collaboration with The Vine Strategy Group, who are specialists in the wine industry, supporting producers and other businesses with their sustainability practices. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55959275012478,"sku":"ADANROO126","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/RootedinChange3D.jpg?v=1754048776"},{"product_id":"the-wines-of-beaujolais-natasha-hughes-mw","title":"The Wines of Beaujolais","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Wines of Beaujolais\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe wines of Beaujolais\u003c\/i\u003e Natasha Hughes MW guides readers expertly to a greater understanding of the diversity of wines made in the region. In the last few years the quality of wines emerging from Beaujolais has risen dramatically, yet many still associate the region with Beaujolais Nouveau. From the 1960s onwards the region became best known for these fun, unsophisticated wines, which were released just a few weeks after harvest. Nouveau brought financial security to the region, but the extraordinary level of demand for these wines also led to industrialized methods of farming and wine production. The resulting decline in quality ultimately damaged Beaujolais’s reputation. Most wine lovers were unaware that, in parallel with this, there was a movement in the region to re-establish Beaujolais’s historic reputation as a source of fine wines. The focus was on terroir, respect for the environment and considered winemaking – all things valued by today’s wine lovers. This movement has gained momentum in recent years and Beaujolais is now a region with ambitions to match up to the reputation conferred on its neighbours in Burgundy and the Rhône.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      Explains the significance of terroir in characterizing the \u003ci\u003ecrus\u003c\/i\u003e and details the important work done in the region to differentiate its soil types.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      Examines why Gamay is so well suited to the region and assesses the viticulture and winemaking methods that allow it to shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      Explores in detail the 10 Beaujolais \u003ci\u003ecrus\u003c\/i\u003e along with the Beaujolais Villages and Beaujolais appellations, profiling their most interesting and innovative producers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      Supported by colour photos, and maps detailing the geology of the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55984397582718,"sku":"CWNHBEA092","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Beaujolais_3D_cover.jpg?v=1753966753"},{"product_id":"switzerland-the-smart-travellers-wine-guide-simon-hardy-marc-checkley","title":"Switzerland","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Switzerland: The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith its towering snow-covered peaks, storybook villages and mirror-like lakes, travellers have been drawn to Switzerland for centuries. But the wonderful wines of this unique Alpine country are less known. Switzerland is home to hundreds of grape varieties; vineyards, planted on ancient stone terraces, cling to the mountain slopes. The wines of Switzerland are one of Europe’s hidden treasures – and there’s never been a better time to discover them.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEverything you need to know about Switzerland and its wines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• \u003cspan\u003eThe best wineries for tours and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etastings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhere to eat and where to stay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• \u003cspan\u003eWine routes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• \u003cspan\u003eWhere the winemakers dine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e• \u003cspan\u003eSwiss wine styles and grape varieties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSwiss wine history and geography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSwiss wine classifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide: a series of regional guides for the wine-curious\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academie Du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56027920400766,"sku":"ADSHSWI127","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/NEWSwitzerland3D.jpg?v=1754047101"},{"product_id":"drink-with-me-wine-wisdom-2026-desk-calendar-amanda-selby","title":"Drink with Me, Wine Wisdom – 2026 Desk Calendar","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAbout Drink with Me, Wine Wisdom – 2026 Desk Calendar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEver found yourself nervously scanning a wine list in a restaurant or second-guessing which bottle to grab from the supermarket shelf? The new Drink with Me, Wine Wisdom 2026 Desk Calendar is here to help you. Packed with 320 fascinating facts, practical tips, and confidence-boosting hints, this beautifully designed daily calendar is the perfect desk companion for wine lovers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned to make wine feel more approachable — and a little more fun — the Wine Wisdom Desk Calendar, published by Carousel Worldwide, covers everything from how to hold your glass properly to how to pronounce those tricky wine words (yes, Gewürztraminer and Chablis included), and how to spot a quality wine without the guesswork. Every day delivers a fresh, digestible nugget of wisdom, helping you feel more empowered whenever you're choosing a bottle, whether browsing supermarket aisles or frantically fretting over a restaurant menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Wine Wisdom 2026 desk calendar is overflowing with facts and tips you need to choose the right wine, every time. This calendar is free of plastic packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56294607946110,"sku":"OPASWIS130","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/260825-WineWisdom-Box.jpg?v=1758634935"},{"product_id":"saint-julien-marc-bouffard","title":"Saint-Julien","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Saint-Julien\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhen asked by Bruno Borie at Château Ducru-Beaucaillou if he would like the long or the short tour of the property, Marc Bouffard had no hesitation in his reply. Only the long tour would do. To walk the vines, talk with the team, and understand the reasoning and resonance behind every winemaking decision was his greatest wish. Knowing that not everyone will have the time and good fortune to get to know the wines of Saint-Julien’s châteaux in this way, Marc decided to set down what he learned in this book, sharing his experiences of each of the appellation’s 11 Grand Cru Classé châteaux, in the hope that readers will find a deeper understanding of its wines, its people, its vineyards and its vintages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• In an in-depth exploration of one of Bordeaux’s most highly respected wine appellations, Marc explains Saint-Julien’s claim to fame and fortune…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• Peeling back the polished veneer… the author’s conversations with the owners and winemakers reveal the history and the human stories behind these wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• A tour of each château delves into the inner workings of each winery and cellar, and the layout of each vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• Detailed maps by Alessandro Masnaghetti clearly outline the main vineyard plots and their relation to the all-important Gironde estuary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• With an eye to the future: Marc highlights the evolving balance between tradition and innovation as the châteaux refine their routes toward sustainability and quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• The highs and lows of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc (Bordeaux’s illustrious grape trio) as their fortunes flex with every vintage, each winemaker, and the uncertainties of Climate Change, are outlined for each château\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• Marc’s brilliantly evocative tasting notes bring to life a century of wines, from the present day back to 1922, revealing the drinking prospects for each vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e• Marc’s descriptions encourage deeper engagement with each château, aiming (successfully!) to bridge the gap between reader and region, for novices and seasoned wine-enthusiasts alike \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301334659454,"sku":"OPMBJUL131","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Saint_Julien.jpg?v=1761758639"},{"product_id":"the-story-of-dassai-the-art-of-sake-anthony-rose","title":"The Story of Dassai","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Story of Dassai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book recounts the dramatic and remarkable success story of the world’s most beloved and acclaimed sake brand. Dassai’s origins date back to the 1700s, when the business was founded in the mountains of Iwakuni in Southern Japan’s Yamaguchi Prefecture. Until the late 20th century, it remained an insignificant family-owned, brewery struggling to supply cheap, low-grade sake for the local market. Then, in 1984, the highly entrepreneurial Hiroshi Sakurai became CEO. Against all odds, he began to transform its fame and fortunes by launching and growing Dassai exponentially to become Japan’s number one ultra-premium sake. Now with the help of his son, Kazuhiro Sakurai, this exceptional father and son team continues to work tirelessly in both refining Dassai and expanding sales at home and abroad, especially in the United States where its latest bold move saw the opening of its groundbreaking New York brewery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56302017610110,"sku":"OPARDAS128","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/TheStoryofDassaiTheArtofSakecover.png?v=1758813882"},{"product_id":"cellar-edition-2","title":"Cellar Edition #2","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eAcadémie Du Vin Library Cellar Edition #2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis beautiful collection brings you an unrivalled library of classic wine books. Presented in an irresistible, gold embossed, wibalin-covered red slipcase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/taste-the-limestone-smell-the-slate-alex-maltman\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTASTE THE LIMESTONE, SMELL THE SLATE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA geologist wanders through the world of wine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDiscover how the rocks beneath our feet shape—or don’t shape—the wines we love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"On Tuscany\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-tuscany\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON TUSCANY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Brunello to Bolgheri, Wine Tales From the Heart of Italy \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe rise of Tuscany’s great wines, narrated by the authors and experts who know them best\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-burgundy\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eON BURGUNDY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Maddening to Marvellous in 59 Wine Tales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsights, answers and experiences from the writers who know Burgundy best \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe rise of Tuscany’s great wines, narrated by the authors and experts who know them best\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-champagne\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON CHAMPAGNE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Tapestry of Tales to Celebrate the Greatest Sparkling Wine of All\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eChampagne vignettes, from the authors and experts who love it bes\u003cem\u003et\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-california\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON CALIFORNIA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Napa to Nebbiolo... Wine Tales from the Golden State\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCalifornia’s great wine adventure as told by our A-list team of experts and enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/on-bordeaux\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eON BORDEAUX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTales of the Unexpected from the World's Greatest Wine Region\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWhy these wines are the most talked-about\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/in-vino-veritas-volume-one-edited-susan-keevil\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIN VINO VERITAS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Collection of Fine Wine Writing, Past and Present\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe quintessential browsing book for those who love wine\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/products\/wine-tasting-commemorative-edition-michael-broadbent\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWINE TASTING\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCommemorative Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe definitive guide that began it all\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56528712991102,"sku":"ADCELLA132","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Cellar_Edition_2_8_winebooks.heic?v=1762527719"},{"product_id":"pressing-matters-alan-ramey","title":"Pressing Matters","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Pressing Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople have been drinking wine for thousands of years. So by now we must have worked out the best way to grow, make, and appreciate it – right?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eIn fact, if anything, our accumulated centuries of experience have only complicated the picture. Perhaps you believe in the primacy of terroir, think that organic farming is the only right way to grow grapes, or know that you can easily tell the difference between a store-bought wine and one sold via the membership list of a cult winery. But perhaps the picture is not so clear cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eIn \u003cem data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"662\"\u003ePressing Matters\u003c\/em\u003e, Alan Ramey explores wine from eight angles in an effort to clarify the arguments on all sides. Experts in the subjects of terroir, farming, wine production, tasting, wine’s cultural significance, and the economic value of wine offer their insights on these key debates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eBy focusing on wine through the prism of the main points of difference within each topic, the book presents readers with a story that includes the messiness, human fragility, and disagreement about core principles that so often gets skipped in discussions about wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003ePressing Matters\u003c\/em\u003e can’t promise to leave you with a set of neat answers on these topics but whether you are new to wine or fancy yourself something of an expert it offers a fresh way of thinking about this complex and fascinating subject.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56881933058430,"sku":"ADALPMS134","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/PRESSING_MATTERS_BY_ALAN_RAMEY.jpg?v=1770908066"},{"product_id":"the-judgement-of-paris-susan-keevil","title":"The Judgement of Paris","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Judgement of Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePARIS, MAY 1976. A young Englishman and an American journalist decide that California’s emerging wine stars should be better known in France. They set up an expert panel to blind taste them against the best of Bordeaux and Burgundy and, contrary to every expectation, the California wines emerge triumphant. The wine world was shocked to its core... The tasting came to be known as ‘The Judgement of Paris’; it was the trigger for California’s winemakers to grow in confidence and stature – and it allowed other ‘pretenders’ to make their claim to the French wine throne. 50 years on, this book takes stock. Top wine professionals from California, Bordeaux, Burgundy and the UK reveal what it was like to ride the shock waves... how the JOP benefited California (and, in turn, Bordeaux), and why the reverberations of this seismic event still benefit wine regions around the world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Warren Winiarski of Stag’s Leap shares the journey of the winning wine\u003cbr\u003e• Profiles and tasting notes of the competing wines – plus, stunning photography of the wineries then (1970s) and now...\u003cbr\u003e• The Response from Bordeaux: was losing to California all bad?\u003cbr\u003e• Interview with Steven Spurrier and Patricia Gallagher: did they know they were stirring up something big?\u003cbr\u003e• Was it all a Storm in a Parisian Wine Glass? ... or just 1970s clickbait?\u003cbr\u003e• The JOP in Context: seven other events that shook the wine world\u003cbr\u003e• Aubert de Villaine (Domaine de la Romanée-Conti), Jasper Morris MW, David Gleave MW, Jane MacQuitty, William Kelley (Wine Advocate), John Williams (Frog’s Leap), Hugh Johnson, Jancis Robinson MW, Karen MacNeil, Jane Anson (and many more) on what the JOP means for the wine in our glass...\u003cbr\u003e• The Judgements that Followed: Chile vs Bordeaux, Champagne vs Franciacorta, Sonoma vs Burgundy...\u003cbr\u003e• Presented as a beautiful Wibalin-covered limited edition with rare archive photography and colour images\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57079930651006,"sku":"ADSKJUD135","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Judgement_of_Paris.1_af285822-401d-459d-9985-ab870fdfd593.jpg?v=1777393824"},{"product_id":"italianity-andrea-lonardi-mw-jessica-dupuy","title":"Italianity","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Italianity – The Culture of Italian Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eItalianity\u003c\/b\u003e is a journey into the soul of Italian wine by Andrea Lonardi and acclaimed wine journalist Jessica Dupuy. Through a series of essays shaped by Lonardi’s Odyssey-like career across Italy’s wine regions and enriched by Dupuy’s thoughtful outsider perspective, the book explores the diversity, beauty, and cultural depth of Italy through the lens of wine. Weaving together reflections on place, tradition, and the future of Italian wine with portraits of figures such as Angelo Gaja, Josko Gravner, and Marchese Piero Antinori, \u003ci\u003eItalianity\u003c\/i\u003e is less an academic study than a companion for readers who want to experience the spirit of Italian wine beyond the guidebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57164286067070,"sku":"OPJDITA136","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Italianity_4_fbb4aa88-59f9-4056-ab3f-776d44539419.jpg?v=1777473710"},{"product_id":"behind-the-glass-llm-version","title":"Behind the Glass (LLM Version)","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Behind the Glass: The Chemical and Sensorial Terroir of Wine Tasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elooks into the science of what we see, experience in our mouths and smell when we taste wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/i\u003e readers will discover the science involved in wine tasting and learn why wine tastes the way it does. Wine is chemically extremely complex, while sensory appreciation can be subjective, meaning that our perception of wine is many layered. \u003ci\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/i\u003e is aimed at the non-scientist curious wine lover or wine professional and uses flavour chemistry and sensory science to help readers understand what is going on when they taste a glass of wine. The book is divided into three sections, on the visual appreciation of wine, the taste of wine on the palate and the smell of wine, and explains the chemical and sensory aspects of each. The text is illuminated by accompanying colour illustrations. \u003ci\u003eBehind the Glass\u003c\/i\u003e concludes with six pairs of wines to taste, to allow readers to put into practice the ideas explored in the book. By understanding more fully the chemical and sensorial aspects of wine tasting readers will equip themselves to better appreciate each glass of wine they taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo science background required: unravels the science behind wine tasting in a way that can be easily understood by anybody with a serious interest in wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine colour demystified: explains the chemicals that make up the colours of red, rosé and white wines and how our eyes perceive those colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chemistry of taste: what are the compounds in wine that make them taste the way they do; from sweet and umami to bitter, sour and even salty how do our tongues taste wine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe infinite world of aromas: the chemistry behind the myriad perceptions of wine on the nose and why so much of what we ‘taste’ in wine is actually down to what we smell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe science of difference: from genetic variations to individual experiences and preconceptions, why do two people rarely experience the exact same sensations when tasting a glass of wine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57228821037438,"sku":"CWGZCHE090","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Behind_the_Glass_Draft_DustJacket.jpg?v=1726144563"},{"product_id":"the-wines-of-provence-elizabeth-gabay-mw-ben-bernheim","title":"The Wines of Provence","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 150%;\"\u003eAbout The Wines of Provence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 150%;\"\u003e‘Provence’ conjures many images to mind – fields of lavender, glistening Mediterranean vistas and glamorous seaside resorts, and when it comes to wine, rosé. There is no denying that pink dominates production; the pale rosés of the last 40 years have made the region commercially successful, attracting outside investment and celebrity owners, but there is another side to Provence and its wines. As well as the big brands and movie stars, one can find small producers preserving traditional winemaking and vignerons experimenting with new varieties and methods of vinification. Rather than getting swept along on a sea of commercial rosé, these producers are making terroir-expressive wines – big reds, tropical, saline whites and, yes, even some serious rosés.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 150%;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe wines of Provence\u003c\/i\u003e begins by delving into its history, from early settlers to Hollywood investors, before defining the wine region and its terroirs, styles and varieties. Gabay and Bernheim then profile the most distinctive, quality-focused and historically significant producers. Taking their cue from terroir, they divide the book into three major regions, with different soils, elevations and climatic conditions. The coastal region stretches westward from Nice to the Rhône and includes the deep red Mourvèdre blends of Bandol. The warmer and more sheltered vineyards of inland Provence’s central valley are the region’s breadbasket and also include cooler, high-elevation sites on limestone soils. Painters such as Cézanne and Van Gogh were drawn to the scenery of the third region, its north and west corners, whose vineyards sit in valleys alongside lavender, fruit and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 150%;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe wines of Provence\u003c\/i\u003e is completed with appendices, including a handy guide to producers of fine wines, and colour maps and photographs. Gabay and Bernheim’s in-depth exploration of Provence’s wines proves that this is a region that has far more to offer than quaffable pink wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57301200503166,"sku":"CWEGPRO137","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/The_Wines_of_Provence_book_cover.png?v=1777558080"},{"product_id":"viticulture-stephen-skelton-mw","title":"Viticulture (3rd Edition)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Viticulture: An introduction to commercial grape growing for wine production.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eViticulture\u003c\/em\u003e is an introduction to the professional world of growing grapes for wine production and is aimed at the serious student in the wine trade, WSET Diploma student or Master of Wine candidate. \u003ca name=\"_Hlk24972652\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eIt is also aimed at anybody considering owning or planting a vineyard who wants a basic primer to the subject. It is written in an easy-to-read style, arranged in fourteen relatively short chapters and illustrated with over 100 photographs and charts. It covers every aspect of viticulture, starting with a chapter on vine physiology, continuing via varieties and rootstocks, vineyard establishment, and the annual cycle in the vineyard and ending with pests, diseases and vine nutrition. The book is all you need to know about grapegrowing in 172 pages and since it was first published in 2007 has sold over 20,000 copies all around the world and been translated into Japanese and Chinese. The 3rd Edition, published in 2026, has been updated to take account of modern developments in vine growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Gill Sans MT',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e115 Black and white photographs, illustrations and tables\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Académie du Vin Library","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57540044489086,"sku":"OPSSVIT138","price":27.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/files\/Viticulture_book_cover.png?v=1781536820"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/3490\/0544\/collections\/ADVL_0203_LP.jpg?v=1761304565","url":"https:\/\/academieduvinlibrary.com\/collections\/christmas-gifts-for-wine-lovers.oembed?page=4","provider":"Academie Du Vin Library","version":"1.0","type":"link"}