Who says that reading wine books needs to feel like studying? With Jane Lopes’ memoir, diving into the world of wine is simply delightful. For an in-depth guide to one of the world’s most hallowed wine regions, there is simply no better book. & Rudd (of which he was the Burgundy director until 2017). After receiving his Master of Wine title in 1985, Morris went on to found one of the UK’s leading Burgundy import companies, Morris & Verdin, which eventually sold to Berry Bros.
If anyone is qualified to write the go-to Burgundy guide, it’s Morris. Best of all, Sotheby’s worldwide chairman Jamie Ritchie notes that one of the six new maps in this most recent edition specifies grand and premier cru holdings on a plot-by-plot basis.
This new second edition, complete with full-color maps and photos, provides in-depth information on over 700 wineries, 1,200 vineyards, and 300 different villages. Written by Jasper Morris, a Master of Wine now based full-time in Burgundy, this Bible-like reference book is a go-to source for professionals and passionate wine lovers alike. Not for the faint of heart, this book is for serious wine geeks and, more specifically, Burgundy enthusiasts. This is by far the most digestible, easy-to-learn-from wine book on the market today. In addition to making wine education accessible, Sohm’s book is both fun, easy, and aesthetically pleasing to read, thanks to the many colors and illustrations peppered throughout the text. He also has his own wine brand, Sohm & Kracher, which focuses on gruner veltliner, an indigenous grape of his home country of Austria.Ĭreated in conjunction with author Christine Muhlke, Sohm breaks down the foundations of viticulture, vinification, wine grapes, and classification systems as simply as possible-hence the name. In addition to working as Eric Ripert’s right-hand wine director at three-Michelin-starred Le Bernardin for the past 10 years, Sohm (yes, his name is actually Aldo Sohm) has also won the title of Best Sommelier in America. Although his #WineFactWednesday reels have garnered quite a following, it’s his written tips found in "Wine Simple" that will truly kick your wine knowledge into gear.
If you follow many sommeliers on Instagram, you’ve likely encountered Aldo Sohm before.
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