A True Rebel of the Wine World Releases First Book

When convention is no longer the gold standard, it's time to ditch the dusty wine guides and dive head-first into a vibrant journey through the rosé-colored-glasses world of wine. Tyler Balliet, cofounder of the Instagram-famous Rosé Mansion and the sold-out nationwide Wine Riot events, introduces Rebel School of Wine , launching TODAY May 7th, 2024 by HarperCollins Publishers’ Harvest imprint. This isn’t just another wine book; it’s the preamble to a wine revolution.

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Balliet’s Rebel School of Wine is an engaging, illustrated guide book that brings wine education into the 21st century. Forget the overcomplicated tasting notes and cryptic jargon. In this comprehensive guide, Balliet explores every major wine region, both large and small; grape varieties from Aglianico to Zinfandel; the growing and production processes; the business of wine; and much more. Peppered with practical tips, travel inspiration, and food pairings, Rebel School of Wine blends history, science, economics, and pop culture as it digs deeper to ask why wine exists, how it came to be, and why it is so much more than just a beverage.

From the ancient vines to today’s pop hits, wine has stories to tell, and Balliet narrates them with a fresh, unapologetic style that resonates with anyone looking to crack open the world of wine. Why did the economic downturn in Argentina make Malbec a worldwide sensation? How did the invention of Port wineforged a four-century trade deal between the Portuguese and English? Rebel School of Wine covers these intriguing narratives and more with over 450 eye-catching, memorable illustrations from digital artist Amber Day and creative direction from Morgan First.

This guide is your backstage pass to the global wine scene, from Supra feasts in the Republic of Georgia to the cozy tapas bars of Spain, and even to the surprising vineyards of Lake Michigan. Balliet's witty prose and practical tips make the world of wine accessible, enjoyable, and excitingly relevant to today’s wine drinkers, whether you’re a casual yet curious drinker or a wine professional in training.

Readers of Rebel School of Wine will find:

• A Comprehensive Wine Guide: Balliet’s command of the story of wine, as well as his love for the subject and his fellow wine drinkers, is evident from page one. Every major wine region and all their major wine grapes are covered along with unexpected histories and cultural tales, food and wine pairings, as well as travel and buying tips.

• A Picture Book for Wine Drinkers: Illustrator Amber Day skillfully conveys complex ideas with more than 450 eye-popping, visually stunning, and memorable illustrations without ever dumbing down the subject matter.

• A New Kind of Wine Reference Book: Fully indexed and organized into easy to grasp sections, one could read this book from front to back, but why would you? The creatives behind Rebel School of Wine struggle themselves with linear and traditional wine books. Balliet and First wrote a book they wished they had had 20 years ago when they started to explore wine. Read front to back or pick up in the middle; the choice is yours.

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