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“I remember when wine connoisseurs couldn’t be in
the same room with a bottle of rosé. Now rosé is not only
acceptable -- it’s hip! Rosé deserves it’s own book, especially
one written with such style, a book that can be enjoyed by
beginner and professional alike.” (Kermit Lynch, author of
ADVENTURES ON THE WINE ROUTE and owner of Kermit Lynch Wine
Merchant)
“James gives us a long-overdue book on rosé...Well done.” (Ed
McCarthy, author of the WINE FOR DUMMIES series)
“James captures the twists and turns, highs and lows and sheer
accidents that led to rosé‘s place in the world today. The book
is studded with morsels that will delight both the everyday
drinker and the career sommelier...You’ll never look at pink wine
the same again!” (Leiti Hsu, show host, WORD OF MOUTH, Writer,
Town & Country)
“Wine wunderkind Victoria James takes readers through a
refreshing and delightful journey through all the delights of
drinking pink. A long-overdue book on rosé... Well done.” (Bianca
Bosker, author of CORK DORK)
“Written by sommelier Victoria James with beautiful illustrations
by Lyle Railsback, Drink Pink covers the history, process of
making, and cultural appeal of rosé — and argues that drinkers
should enjoy it all year round (we’re in).” (Bust.com)
“James, the sommelier at Piora in New York, offers a crisp
introduction . . . The book is studded with illustrations by Lyle
Railsback...a gifted artist.” (The Street)
“In her new book...James celebrates the revival of critical and
consumer interest in these wines — leaving the dark days of
inexpensive and over-sweetened brands like Lancers, and the white
zinfandel apocalypse of the 80s, far behind . . . You’ll learn
all the essentials.” (Forbes.com)
“Ramp up your rosé IQ.” (Food & Wine)
“Especially with Lyle Railsback’s pretty illustrations, sommelier
Victoria James’s charming book is as enticing as the drink that
inspired it.” ( Coastal Living’s 50 Best Books for the Beach This
Summer)
“Nothing is more liberating than relaxing into what you love
without so much as a care as to what others may think. That’s the
gist behind James’ unabashed elation for rosé and her
rationalization as to why it deserves a heck of a lot more
respect than it gets.” (Leite’s Culinaria)
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From the Back Cover
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Rosé all day? Yes, please.
Award-winning sommelier Victoria James invites you into the world
of one of the most misunderstood wines in this beautifully
illustrated guide to rosé.
For years, rosé has struggled to achieve a serious place at the
dinner table, but that has recently changed. In this enchanting
book, author, sommelier, and restaurant professional Victoria
James offers a spirited look at what makes this pink drink so
appealing, its history, how and where it’s made, what bottles to
try (and avoid), as well as recipes and food pairings by famous
chefs, sommeliers, and foodies, all with whimsical and clever
full-color illustrations throughout.
A captivating and unpretentious look at rosé for novices and
connoisseurs alike, Drink Pink is sure to charm anyone into
drinking pink all year long.
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About the Author
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Victoria James (author) has worked in restaurants
since she was thirteen. She fell in love with wine and when she
was twenty-one became certified as a sommelier. She has worked at
some of the most prestigious restaurants in New York City
including Marea and Aureole. She is now the Wine Director at
Piora in the West Village. Victoria's name has appeared on many
notable lists: Zagat's "30 Under 30," Wine Enthusiast's "40 Under
40," Forbes' "10 Innovators Under 30 Shaking Up the New York Food
Scene," Wine & Spirits' "Best New Sommeliers," and The Back Label
declared her "New York's Youngest Sommelier." She travels as much
as possible to vineyards around the world and writes about the
stories behind the wines. In her free time, she makes Amaro from
foraged s. Currently, she lives in New York City with her
sister Laura, her boyfriend Lyle, and her dog Rocco.
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