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Book SynopsisPBS wine guru Mark Oldman quenches the universal thirst for the affordable gems coveted by insiders.
Trade Review"A welcome discussion of many little-known wines that have a great deal of pleasure to offer." -- The New York Times
"The perfect book for someone who’s just caught the bug, or would like to...breezy, literate prose...Oldman knows his stuff." -- Jay McInerney - The Wall Street Journal
"For those looking to expand their vinous palates, Mark leads the way." -- Publishers Weekly
"Charismatic and cool…full of snappy insights." -- Library Journal
"Carefully curated…witty and accessible, for enthusiasts of all levels." -- Fine Cooking
"Amazing, hilarious, fascinating…a must for anyone who likes wine." -- Marie Clare
"He’s so vine…an oenophile wizard…whose book is lively and non-snobby." -- Washington Post
"A great gift for beginners and especially for anyone in a malbec or chardonnay rut, thanks to Oldman's clear writing, understanding of context, and great palate." -- Minneapolis Star-Tribune
"Already my dog-eared restaurant companion, this book [is changing my view of wine] the way the
Great Beer Guide changed my appreciation of the noble grain." -- Austin American-Statesman
"If you are stuck in a wine rut, reach for this—it's just plain fun. Packed with suggestions ...easy to explore...unpretentious and informative...a great gift." -- Charlotte Observer
"A must-peruse for wine lovers of any level…entertaining enough to easily qualify as bedtime reading material." -- Palm Beach Post
"Engaging, humorous…readers will enjoy discovering new wine options." -- Sommelier Journal
"I want to highly recommend [the book]...Oldman is one hell of a good writer." -- Steve Heimoff, author of New Classic Winemakers of California
"The book will vastly increase your hedonistic happiness...Mark should be your best friend in wine." -- Natalie MacLean, author of Red, White, and Drunk All Over
"You will cherish this book...Mark has a clear head, cool eye, and experienced palate." -- Huffington Post
"Any level of wine drinker will come away with useful new information." -- TastingTable.com
"Oldman nails it again…unique and valuable...warm, down-to-earth and accessible…it lives up to its promise." -- Good Grape: A Wine Blog Manifesto
