A Wine Book with a Light, Funny and Conversational Style

If you are already thinking about the holidays and gift giving for wine lovers, I’ve got a recommendation.  How about another book written by bestselling and award winning wine authority, Natalie MacLean? A few years ago I wrote a piece about a new wine book entitled, Red, White and Drunk All Over, by  Natalie MacLean.  I have known MacLean for many years through the Wine Writer’s Circle of Canada.  Her first book was exceptionally well written and funny.  I proclaimed to MacLean on many occasions, “Nat, you need to write a sequel!” (I’m sure that I’m not the only person […]

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Crack a Bottle and a Book: Literary Gifts for Wine Lovers – Santa Barbara News-Press

While others across the country are imbibing in spiked eggnog, Santa Barbara County in particular will see wine lovers popping their favorite bottles during the holidays. Now come Christmas, when they open that pinot noir or pinot gris, they can enjoy it while drinking in one of the following wine titles they found under the tree. Unquenchable, subtitled “A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines,” by Natalie MacLean is a wine travelogue of sorts, detailing the author’s worldwide search for tasty but affordable everyday wines. Her search leads to the wine cellars, tasting rooms and dining tables in […]

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Readable, Instructive, and Entertaining Book – New Jersey Monthly

If someone on your list thirsts for a readable, instructive, and entertaining book about wine, consider Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines by Natalie MacLean. MacLean, a winner of four James Beard Foundation journalism awards, writes about her encounters and wine tasting experiences from around the world. Each chapter lists insider notes, best values, and recipes. Available at bookstores and online at www.nataliemaclean.com. You can read more reviews of my new wine book Unquenchable here. 

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Liquid Media Juggernaut Publishes Smart, Fast-Paced Wine Book with Wine Celebrity Interviews – Metro Canada

Canadian writer Natalie MacLean is a liquid media juggernaut whose just released Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest For The World’s Best Bargain Wines is a smart, fast-paced chronicle of her adventures looking for cheap vino and meeting industry celebs along the way. This excerpt was published in 12 Metro daily newspapers across the country. You can read more reviews of my new wine book Unquenchable here. 

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An Enjoyable Romp Around the World of Wine – Opinionated Wine Guide

David Locicero Unquenchable Hits The Spot Natalie MacLean’s newest book, Unquenchable, is an enjoyable romp around the world of wine.  I received a review copy of the book shortly after publication.  In this volume, she travels the world looking for great economical wines to drink with dinner every night of the week, and for Sunday lunch.  It’s a fun idea and allows her to explore wines from Australia, Germany and South Africa, among others. Natalie MacLean’s prose is effortless and easy to ready.  The book was entertaining and I learned things without feeling like I was being lectured.  She starts […]

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Halifax Wine Tasting Dinner and Book Event Nov 27: Check Out This Mouth-Watering Menu

A gastronomic feast awaits you Sunday, November 27 at the Atlantica Hotel in Halifax! Take a look at the multi-course meal below that Executive Chef Luis Clavel will prepare for you, along with the wines I’ve selected to match each course. I’ll be sharing the more amusing parts of Unquenchable… it’ll be a fun evening! Get your tickets before they’re gone as previous book tour events have sold out. Call the hotel for tickets: 902–423-1161 The hotel is partnering with King’s Bookstore and Harvest Wines for this elegant evening. Ticket price: $100  Includes a signed copy of my new book, […]

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A Must Have Wine Guide of Spirited Adventures – Solo Magazine

This week, Natalie MacLean, author of the bestselling Red, White and Drunk All Over, comes out with a new book, Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines. Natalie MacLean released her latest book Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines.” What can I say? As a huge fan of the nectars of the gods, this book is going to be a must-have guide in my purse, bookshelf, glove compartment and anywhere else that I might need quick access to it. I always enjoy a great read however I admit the idea of reading an […]

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