Travels With My Corkscrew Book

In this highly personal collection of anecdotes, wine expert Tony Aspler shares with us his adventures, his pleasures, his insights and, as usual, his incredible knowledge of wine from his 30 years of "chasing the grape" around the world. From a wine tour with Kruschev to drinking champagne with African chiefs, Tony Aspler provides a delightful mixture of useful wine information, personal dream trips and travel mishaps, with humourous asides and insights into the world of a wine writer. We read about his troubles with Pinot Noir and Maria Callas, how the Pope and six bottles of red Bordeaux bought him a pair of shoes in Rome, and so many more one-of-a-kind gems. Memoirs of a Wine Lover is a fun, armchair read of a wine writer's adventures through 30 years of world travel. Also included are Tony's wine recommendations and helpful hints for the wine lover.Read More