Author(s): Joelle Thomson

Cooking/Wine

Need a bottle of wine for your weekend barbecue - what should you buy? To tip or not to tip - what's that all about? You're looking for a bottle of wine for a special occasion - you can't afford to pay a fortune, but you don't want to embarrass yourself with something barely drinkable. What do you do? If you're smart, you'll buy this book and have celebrated wine writer Joelle Thomson help you choose the perfect wine. She's done the hard yards - tasted and rated the new vintage offerings under $25 and presents her findings, along with tasting notes, to help you choose the right wine for the occasion . . . and your pocket. With 12 years' experience of wine writing for New Zealand and international publications, Joelle is the ideal person to sort the superb from the so-so, the great from the not-so-good, and with useful advice on tipping and an explanation of common wine faults, her latest wine guide is totally indispensable. She's tasted and rated wines from around the world, so you'll be able to choose with confidence, whether you buy your wine from a specialist, a wholesaler or the local supermarket. With Joelle's personal ratings at your fingertips you'll know which ones to buy and which ones to drink only when you're very, very thirsty. First published November 2006.