Inside the World of Women Who Make, Taste and Enjoy Wine -- First Book of its Kind -- by Deborah Brenner, Foreword by Gina Gallo

More than a book about wine, Women of the Vine (http://www.womenofthevinecellars.com) connects with today's women in the wine industry, whose passions dictate how they lead their lives, how they fight adversity and conquer gender stereotypes in an often male-dominated workplace -- and how their calling has taken them on the most rewarding journeys of their lives. "Deborah Brenner takes you on a unique and enjoyable journey into wine country. It's a people story, with wine as the glittering backdrop." - Joe Czerwinski, Sr. Editor and Tasting Director, Wine Enthusiast

Hoboken, NJ (PRWeb) November 28, 2006 -- "Women of the Vine: Inside the World of Women who Make, Taste, and Enjoy Wine" is the first book of its kind about the true pleasure of life and wine. Author Deborah Brenner takes readers on a unique journey into the world of wine through the eyes of its largest consumer: women.

"As we enter a true Golden Age for wines, women are increasingly visible as leaders in every aspect of winegrowing and winemaking. Wines have never been better or more accessible as part of a life well lived."

--Gina Gallo, from the Foreword

United by the common denominators of gender and professional calling, today's women of wine have traveled diverse journeys to fulfill their passions. Written from a distinctly female viewpoint and the first book written about women in wine, "Women of the Vine" explores the stories of women winemakers, women sommeliers, and women wine groups, embodying each woman's personal experience in an often male-dominated industry while also sharing wisdom and insights about the many variety of wines and how best to enjoy them.

"Women of the Vine" is a book not just for women but for all people who desire to pursue their dreams, take chances, and creates the lives they want to live. It is a fun, accessible way to share a love for wine with the enterprising women who help make it. These women share their lives, wine tips and pairings, and, most important, their enthusiasm for wine while imparting their rich life lessons and wine expertise. They also reveal candid stories of their personal triumphs, failures, and the universal dilemma of balancing work and family.

Deborah Brenner begins with a brief overview of the winemaking process and the responsibilities and hard work that come with the title of winemaker. "Women of the Vine" is an easy and accessible way to understand the complexity of the winemaking process. Brimming with profiles of female wine groups, tips and secrets for getting the most enjoyment out of wine, "Women of the Vine" also features inspirational quotes from famous women and striking black-and-white photographs.

About the Author

Deborah Brenner is the owner of Women of the Vine Cellars in Paso Robles scheduled to release its first vintage in early 2007 with winemaker Signe Zoller. For more information, please visit www.womenofthevinecellars.com

Media Contact: Mike Onorato

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Author Contact: Deborah Brenner

brenner @ womenofthevine.org

(845) 641-9114

www.womenofthevinecellars.com

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