Vintage Crime

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A Short History of Wine Fraud

By Rebecca Gibb

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Vintage Crime by Rebecca Gibb explores the intersection of crime and wine, offering intriguing tales from the world of winemaking. This book unravels mysteries and scandals that have shaped the wine industry throughout history, providing an educational yet entertaining perspective on the darker side of its heritage. Perfect for wine enthusiasts with a keen interest in criminal intrigue, it delivers a unique blend of fact and narrative exploration.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the history of wine making and appreciate a detailed exploration of viticulture through the ages. It provides educational insights into the evolution and challenges of producing wine, making it a great reference for both wine enthusiasts and history buffs.

Description

How fakes, fraudsters, and grape crusaders have shaped the world of wine.

This novel take on the history of wine reveals that, whether by adding toxic sweeteners or passing off counterfeit bottles, wine fraud is abundant—and as old as wine itself. Vintage Crime will intrigue even the most sated of wine drinkers with its juicy tales of deception, raising interesting questions along the way: what counts as wine, why do we drink it, and what makes a wine truly authentic?

The world of wine prides itself on its aura of respectability, but it has always had a murky side. Packed with engaging vignettes, Vintage Crime brings to life famous enthusiasts and crafty con artists from ancient Rome to modern-day California. It also introduces us to lesser-known industry figures: the scrupulous merchants, honest growers, and cutting-edge scientists who have led the fight against fraudsters.

Author Rebecca Gibb holds the rare, sought-after distinction of Master of Wine, yet she writes in an engaging style that doesn’t require any prior wine knowledge, skillfully synthesising popular wine histories for amateur sleuths and armchair sommeliers alike.

A portion of book royalties will be donated by the author towards finding a cure for Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy.

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Vintage Crime by Rebecca Gibb is praised for its engaging narrative, combining humour and historical insight into wine fraud throughout the ages. Reviewers highlight Gibb's ability to bring historical figures to life while maintaining a well-paced and entertaining storyline filled with fascinating details. The book is seen as a compelling and insightful read for wine enthusiasts, offering a thorough exploration of cunning frauds in the wine industry.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520385931

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 282

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Non-Fiction Rebecca Gibb True Crime

About the Author

Rebecca Gibb is an award-winning wine journalist, the author of The Wines of New Zealand, and a Master of Wine.

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