Our Académie du Vin Library collection is specially curated for those who cherish the rich narratives of wine.

Discover the Essence of Wine with the Great Books of Académie du Vin

Embark on a journey of vinous enlightenment with the esteemed collection from Académie du Vin. Our library is a treasure trove of knowledge, offering an array of books that delve into the intricate world of wines. From the historic vineyards of Burgundy and Bordeaux to the sparkling allure of Champagne, each book is a testament to the art, science, and romance of winemaking. Authored by renowned experts, these volumes are not just books but passports to the world’s most celebrated wine regions, inviting you to explore the stories, traditions, and flavors that make each bottle unique. Whether you’re a connoisseur or a curious novice, the Great Books of Académie du Vin are your guide to understanding and appreciating the timeless allure of fine wine.

Wines of the French Alps - Napa Valley Wine Academy

Wines of the French Alps

After years hidden away in the craggy mountains, wines from Savoie and Bugey are now offered worldwide. This book tells the story of the men and women who make these characterful wines, how they have tamed the steep hillsides to plant the vines and mastered their unusual grape varieties.
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The Wines of Piemonte - Napa Valley Wine Academy

The Wines of Piemonte

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The Wines of Australia - Napa Valley Wine Academy

The Wines of Australia

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The Life and Wines of Hugh Johnson - Napa Valley Wine Academy

The Life and Wines of Hugh Johnson

In this unique approach to understanding wine, Hugh Johnson, the world’s best-loved wine author, weaves the story of his own epic wine journey with an embracing view of everything he has discovered along the way. Almost without realising it, the reader is drawn into a fascinating world; with each page turned, knowledge is gained and wine wisdom absorbed. Hugh takes us from the teetering ledges of the Mosel and majestic châteaux of the Médoc to the sylvan slopes of Windsor Great Park with a spring in his step and a tasting glass at the ready.
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The Bordeaux Club - Napa Valley Wine Academy

The Bordeaux Club

The story of 12 friends who gathered to share and celebrate the extraordinary wines of Bordeaux. Like-minded in their love of wine, they differed wildly (often alarmingly!) in their personal wealth, life and circumstances – their opinions, always voiced, had the power to ignite anger and divide friendships just as easily as they bound them together.
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Steven Spurrier: A Life in Wine - Napa Valley Wine Academy

Steven Spurrier: A Life in Wine

The incidents, adventures, ideas and discoveries that have formed Steven’s remarkable wine journey. The moment he was handed a glass of Cockburn 1908 vintage port by his grandfather at 13 years old, Steven Spurrier knew there was no turning back. Family holidays to France and Italy, and a first job working for Christopher’s – London’s oldest wine merchant – only confirmed that no other career would do.
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Oz Clarke On Wine - Napa Valley Wine Academy

Oz Clarke On Wine

Oz Clarke On Wine is a fast-paced, informative and witty romp around the world of wine. Crammed with Oz’s encyclopaedic knowledge and personal tastes, it explores the grape varieties key to the world’s major wine styles and the vineyards and regions where a vast trove of wine treasure lies waiting for discovery
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