{"product_id":"but-first-champagne-a-modern-guide-to-the-worlds-favorite-wine-9781510772380","title":"But First, Champagne: A Modern Guide to the World's Favorite Wine","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"Those that pick up \u003ci\u003eBut First, Champagne\u003c\/i\u003e . . . will be richly rewarded . . . White never loses sight of what makes the region a truly unique place, perhaps the only place that could give birth to the world's most magical wine.\" --\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Panel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eKnowledgeable wine enthusiasts have always revered Champagne. The region and its wines are associated with prestige and luxury, of course, but historically, most consumers kept champagne way back on the high shelf, reserving it for post-bowl game blowouts, send-offs, and wedding toasts. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOver the past decade, however, an increasing number of wine enthusiasts have discovered the joys of grower champagne--wines made by the farmers who grow the grapes. Today, Champagne is in the midst of a renaissance. And thanks to a few key wine importers and the farm-to-table movement, consumers everywhere are finally paying attention. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eBut First, Champagne\u003c\/i\u003e, David White details Champagne's history along with that of its wines, explains how and why the market is changing, and profiles the region's leading producers. These profiles will bring a new perspective to the Champagne that is home to dozens of engaging, inspiring, authentic winegrowers who today produce fantastic and affordable products. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book is essential reading for wine enthusiasts, adventurous drinkers, and foodies. With a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the region, its history, and its leading producers, \u003ci\u003eBut First, Champagne\u003c\/i\u003e will demystify Champagne for all. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the foreword: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Smart, entertaining, and valuable . . . one of those rare wine books that should appeal to people just getting into Champagne and longtime Champagne obsessives.\" --Ray Isle, Executive Wine Editor, \u003ci\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-14713444\"\u003eDavid White\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Skyhorse Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/03\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 304\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.85lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.02h x 7.13w x 0.80d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781510772380\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1510772383\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-CKB\"\u003eCooking\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-CKB088000\"\u003eBeverages | Alcoholic- General\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-CKB\"\u003eCooking\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-CKB029000\"\u003eEntertaining | General\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-CKB\"\u003eCooking\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-CKB042000\"\u003eHoliday | General\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDavid White\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the world's leading wine writers and and a contributor to \u003ci\u003eGrape Collective\u003c\/i\u003e. He is the founder and editor of Terroirist.com, one of the world's most popular wine blogs, for which he's been awarded both Best New Wine Blog and Best Overall Wine Blog. His writing has been published in the \u003ci\u003eWorld of Fine Wine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. White has also served as auction chair of Heart's Delight, one of the world's largest charity wine auctions. Learn more about David's work at www.DavidWhite.wine. He resides in Washington, DC. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRay Isle\u003c\/b\u003e is executive wine editor of \u003ci\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/i\u003e. In addition to overseeing the magazine's wine department, Ray writes the monthly column Tasting Room and regular feature stories, in addition to directing all spirits and beer coverage. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn Trinidad\u003c\/b\u003e is an avid photographer, wine enthusiast, and attorney and lives in Napa, California.","brand":"Skyhorse Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44545555398893,"sku":"9781510772380","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/products\/img_07827719-a3be-4965-8d2a-ade70067a0c5.jpg?v=1701578173","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/but-first-champagne-a-modern-guide-to-the-worlds-favorite-wine-9781510772380","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}