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Wine lovers are becoming more aware and concerned about the potential impact of the worldwide climate crisis on the quality and availability of good wines. The author tackles the above issues in depth and with utmost clarity

The beginning of Vines and Values takes the reader on a personal journey through the uncharted course of a young African- American woman into an industry that was at times hostile to her entry. She then skillfully educates the reader and provides a comprehensive definition of sustainability, presents the business case and its application to the growing of responsibly produced wine.

Her analysis throughout this book provides producers and consumers with opportunities to influence the marketplace, increasing demand among end users of sustainable wines. The introduction of Wine Watch, a system that can be used by consumers to select sustainable wines worldwide is invaluable. A better educated consumer can lead this charge!

For those of us who: have a small but growing cellar; a desire for sustainably produced wine; and dependent on the staff of our wine shops for information on sustainably produced wines; this book is the answer! It provides very accessible information that helps the reader decide which wines to explore and buy.

This book will be a game changer because wine and values are paired so well together. Sandra is a trailblazer in making this connection and through her studies, deep knowledge of wine and her advocacy of sustainability in all things, she has shone a light on a path for drinking the right thing and doing the right thing at the same time. We will follow her, always.