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Had a Glass 2016: Top 100 Wines Under $20

✍️ Nevison, James
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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A tenth anniversary guide listing one hundred affordable wines under twenty dollars.

This volume acts as a practical tool for consumers who wish to avoid overspending on their daily drinks. Nevison curates selections that prove high quality does not require high prices. Readers will find guidance on identifying white, red, rosé, and sparkling options that deliver value. The text emphasizes confidence in purchase decisions by pointing out specific price points that offer surprising results. It addresses the common dilemma of choosing between cost and taste by proving they can coexist. The book strips away pretense to focus on what matters most to the average shopper. It offers a straightforward path through crowded shelves, ensuring every recommendation meets a strict standard of worthiness for the money spent.

Key Themes
affordable wine selection everyday drinking guide value driven recommendations
Literary Context

This tenth anniversary edition continues Nevison's tradition of providing unpretentious advice. It builds on his previous success as a Globe and Mail bestseller and a top seller in British Columbia. The book reflects a growing consumer desire for accessible, high quality options in the alcoholic beverage market.

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🏛 Appetite by Random House 📅 2015 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9780147529732
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📝 Description: Had a Glass 2016: Top 100 Wines Under $20

James Nevison presents his tenth annual guide for everyday wine enthusiasts in this paperback volume. The Globe and Mail bestseller celebrates its decade of service by offering a curated list of one hundred affordable selections for the year 2016. This unpretentious resource focuses on value, helping readers find excellent bottles without excessive cost. The collection spans white, rosé, red, and sparkling varieties, ensuring broad coverage for different palates. Nevison qualifies as an expert guide by consistently identifying wines that offer exceptional quality relative to their price point. He highlights specific instances where ten dollar bottles rival twenty dollar options and notes twenty dollar selections that provide surprising depth. This approach allows consumers to move through retail aisles with assurance, knowing they are selecting drinks that deliver on taste and budget simultaneously. The book serves as a practical reference for those seeking reliable recommendations rather than abstract theory. This guide suits shoppers who want clear, actionable advice on purchasing wine under twenty dollars. It does not cater to collectors seeking rare vintages or enthusiasts interested in deep historical analysis of winemaking periods. Instead, it provides immediate utility for the regular buyer looking to make smart choices at the store. The content remains grounded in current market availability and practical tasting notes for the specified year.

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