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Wine Reads by Jay McInerney (Editor)

$24.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

Country & Townhouse's Best Book for Christmas, 2018 A delectable anthology celebrating the finest writing on wine. In this richly literary anthology, Jay McInerney - bestselling novelist and acclaimed wine columnist for Town & Country, the Wall Street Journal and House and Garden - selects ove r twenty pieces of memorable fiction and nonfiction about the making, selling and, of course, drinking of fine wine. Including excerpts from novels, short fiction, memoir and narrative nonfiction, Wine Reads features big names in the trade and literary heavyweights alike. We follow Kermit Lynch to the Northern Rhône in a chapter from his classic Adventures on the Wine Route. In an excerpt from Between Meals, long-time New Yorker writer A. J. Liebling raises feeding and imbibing on a budget in Paris into something of an art form - and discovers a very good rosé from just west of the Rhone. Michael Dibdin's fictional Venetian detective Aurelio Zen gets a lesson in Barolo, Barbaresco and Brunello vintages from an eccentric celebrity. Jewish-Czech writer and gourmet Joseph Wechsberg visits the medieval Château d'Yquem to sample different years of the "roi des vins" alongside a French connoisseur who had his first taste of wine at age four. Also showcasing an iconic scene from Rex Pickett's Sideways and work by Jancis Robinson, Benjamin Wallace and McInerney himself, this is an essential volume for any disciple of Bacchus. ...Show more

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Large 9781743795583

Halliday Wine Companion 2020: The Bestselling and Definitive Guide to Australian Wine by James Halliday

$39.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

For over thirty years James Halliday has been Australia's most respected wine critic, and his Halliday Wine Companion is recognised as the industry benchmark for Australian wine. A best-selling annual, the Halliday Wine Companion is the go-to guide for wine ratings, regions, best varietals, winery revi ews and a curated selection of the best wines in Australia. The 2020 edition has been completely revised to bring readers up-to-the-minute information, as well as re-designed in a modern new style to reflect the brand's ever expanding audience. In his inimitable style, Halliday shares his extensive knowledge of wine through detailed tasting notes with points, price, value symbol and advice on best-by drinking, as well as each wine's closure and alcohol content. He provides information about wineries and winemakers, including vineyard sizes, opening times and contact details. The perfect self-purchase or gift for the wine lover in your life. ...Show more

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Large 9780992493684

Australian Wine Vintages 36th Edition by Robert Geddes

$34.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

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Large 9781631595547

The Art of Distilling, Revised and Expanded - An Enthusiast's Guide to the Artisan Distilling of Whiskey, Vodka, Gin and Other Potent Potables by Bill Owens

$32.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

The Art of Distilling, Revised and Expanded presents the techniques and inspirations of the most innovative micro-distillers working today and ties it together with incredible insider photography. In this comprehensive guide to artisan distilling, American Distilling Institute founder Bill Owens will te ach you how contemporary master distillers transform water and grain into the full range of exquisite, timeless spirits. The Art of Distilling, Revised and Expanded is your exclusive backstage pass into the world of small-scale distilling of whiskies, gins, vodkas, brandies, and many other spirits. Like no other book on the subject, The Art of Distilling goes to lengths to explore the actual craft of distilling, in detail. Beginning with a brief history of distilling and introduction to the process itself, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the art of distilling today. The revised and expanded edition includes even more practical tips, tricks, and instruction and has been updated to include growth and development in the artisan distilling space over the past decade. The Art of Distilling, Revised and Expanded is the consummate insider's guide to distilling and its techniques. ...Show more

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Large 9781611856279

Wine Reads by Jay McInerney (Editor)

$35.00 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

A delectable anthology celebrating the finest writing on wine. In this richly literary anthology, Jay McInerney - bestselling novelist and acclaimed wine columnist for Town & Country, the Wall Street Journal and House and Garden - selects over twenty pieces of memorable fiction and nonfiction about the making, selling and, of course, drinking of fine wine. Including excerpts from novels, short fiction, memoir and narrative nonfiction, Wine Reads features big names in the trade and literary heavyweights alike. We follow Kermit Lynch to the Northern Rhône in a chapter from his classic Adventures on the Wine Route. In an excerpt from Between Meals, long-time New Yorker writer A. J. Liebling raises feeding and imbibing on a budget in Paris into something of an art form - and discovers a very good rosé from just west of the Rhone. Michael Dibdin's fictional Venetian detective Aurelio Zen gets a lesson in Barolo, Barbaresco and Brunello vintages from an eccentric celebrity. Jewish-Czech writer and gourmet Joseph Wechsberg visits the medieval Château d'Yquem to sample different years of the "roi des vins" alongside a French connoisseur who had his first taste of wine at age four. Also showcasing an iconic scene from Rex Pickett's Sideways and work by Jancis Robinson, Benjamin Wallace and McInerney himself, this is an essential volume for any disciple of Bacchus. ...Show more

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Large 9781760524043

1001 Wines You Must Try Before You Die by Neil Beckett (General Editor)

$39.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks | Series: 1001

The definitive guide to the best wines from all over the world, fully revised and updated for 2018.

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Large 9781604338126

The Home Bartender, 2nd Edition by Cider Mill Cider Mill Press

$27.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

One of our most popular cocktail books--now fully updated and expanded, with new variations on classics and originals alike Fully updated and revised edition Quick and easy cocktails for the busy home mixologist--still made with only four ingredients or less No need for an expensive, extensive home liqu or cabinet--Shane Carley reminds us in this expanded edition of his popular Home Bartender that a few quality ingredients, along with his carefully selected collection of recipes, are all you need ...Show more

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Large 9781604337969

The Martini Field Guide - Martini Culture for the Cocktail Renaissance by Cider Mill Cider Mill Press; Shane Carley

$29.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

The heavily illustrated Martini Field Guide tells you everything you need to know about Martini culture.   The Martini Field Guide is as potent as the gin used to make the iconic drink. Both cocktail connoisseurs and Happy Hour newbies will lose themselves in this heavily illustrated book, featuring v intage ads and imagery from some of the world's top distillers, as they read about the Martini's muddled origins and how an American concoction became popular worldwide. Whether you prefer it shaken or stirred, dry or dirty, The Martini Field Guide provides plenty of ways to think about, make, and drink this popular cocktail, making for the perfect addition to any cocktail lover's collection. ...Show more

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Whisky Made Me Do It: 60 Wonderful Whisky and Bourbon Cocktails by Lance Mayhew; Ruby Taylor (Illustrator)

$19.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

60 wonderful whisky and bourbon cocktails Oaky, smoky, young or old, whisky is a versatile and highly spirited spirit that has been the backbone of the classic cocktail since the old-fashioned was new. From the highlands of Scotland to Bourbon county, Kentucky, whisky distilleries have spread across the world, and today there are multitudes of styles and flavours to complement any manner of mixer. This beautifully illustrated book will introduce you to the wider world of malts, and showcase the true potential of whisky and bourbon. In Whisky Made Me Do It, award-winning mixologist and Certified Specialist of Spirits, Lance Mayhew explains everything you need to know: how to choose the right type, mix the ultimate Manhattan and find the perfect cocktail for any occasion. From grown-up scotch and sodas, celebratory mint juleps, or playful picklebacks, there are recipes here for any mood, any event, and any whisky-drinker. ...Show more

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Everything Happens for a Riesling by Grace De Morgan

$29.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

Everything Happens for a Riesling is the wine book that says boo to acting like a snob. It's your ultimate guide to hacking the world of vino. Grace De Morgan is here to help you get more of the wine experiences you want, minus the pretentiousness. This is a toolkit, not a textbook - a cheat sheet for all the vino-related questions you didn't realise you had. I mean, where do you store wine if you don't have a cellar? Who (or what) is Gewurztraminer? Are decanters a thing? Whether you can't tell your rose from your Riesling or are busy studying to be a Master Sommelier, Everything Happens for a Riesling has got something to make you go 'Mmm, more please.' ...Show more

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Journey Through Wine: An Atlas by Adrien Grant Smith Bianchi; Jules Gaubert-Turpin

$70.00 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

Welcome to your tour of the wine-growing world! Wine has rolled its barrel from the shores of the Black Sea to the mountains of the Andes, following humans and their dreams. But just how did a Pyrenean grape variety end up in Uruguay? And by what means were grapevines able to reach Japan? This book goes back through time to retrace the grape's conquest of the world, stopping in each wine-making country, from the oldest (Georgia) to the most recent (Poland), to discover wines past and present, while looking to future producers in places such as Tahiti and Sweden. The atlas works on a spread-by-spread basis ...Show more

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Red and White - An Unquenchable Thirst for Wine by Oz Clarke

$32.99 AUD

Category: Wine & Drinks

Oz Clarke has reinvented wine writing. This is a book to read for pleasure, rather than merely refer to. Combining fast-paced witty memoir with passionately opinionated guide, Oz pops the cork on his life-long love affair with wine.   The best loved wine communicator of our time, Oz Clarke is the gues t you want at your table, the person to select the wine, and the ideal drinking companion.   He explains how, why & where he fell in love with wine; he explains the essentials of how wine is grown and made today; then takes you into the world's wine regions and introduces you to the wines he loves. Oz reveals how he tastes wine and how you can enjoy wine whatever the budget. He covers with equal care & attention all categories of wine, from the blue-chip to the most affordable.   With Red & White, you are in the hands of the best-informed and the most inspirational guide, and you will pick up, without even trying, a wealth of knowledge that Oz is bursting to share with you.   With climate change and the move to organic & sustainable practices, wine is evolving faster than ever before. And hundreds of local grape varieties, until recently facing extinction, are also being rediscovered.   There have never been so many brilliant & original wines. To discover them, all you need is a glass in your hand, a sense of adventure, and Oz's Red & White as your companion & inspiration ...Show more

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