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The Billionaire's Vinegar: The Mystery of the World's Most Expensive Bottle of Wine

Benjamin Wallace
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The Billionaire's Vinegar: The Mystery of the World's Most Expensive Bottle of Wine

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008

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Benjamin Wallace

The Billionaire's Vinegar: The Mystery of the World's Most Expensive Bottle of Wine

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

319

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States, France • 1980s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Billionaire's Vinegar: The Mystery of the World's Most Expensive Bottle of Wine by Benjamin Wallace explores the intriguing tale of a 1787 Château Lafite Bordeaux, purportedly owned by Thomas Jefferson. It delves into the world of rare wine auctions, investigating the complexities of authenticity and the impact on wine collectors, historians, and connoisseurs.

Mysterious

Informative

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.8

9,344 ratings

57%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Billionaire's Vinegar by Benjamin Wallace is an engaging tale that dives into the world of rare wines, blending history, mystery, and scandal. Readers appreciate the detailed research and intriguing storytelling. However, some feel it occasionally delves too deeply into technical wine details, which might deter casual readers. Overall, a captivating read for wine enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Billionaire's Vinegar: The Mystery of the World's Most Expensive Bottle of Wine?

A reader who enjoys The Billionaire's Vinegar likely relishes historical mysteries and scandals. Fans of Erik Larson’s The Devil in the White City or John Berendt’s Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil would appreciate its blend of intrigue, cultural exploration, and vivid storytelling.

3.8

9,344 ratings

57%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

319

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States, France • 1980s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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