Love by the Glass

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Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher, renowned for their wine column in the <i>Wall Street Journal</i>, present a unique memoir intertwining their marriage and passion for wine. This account explores their life together through the bottles they discovered, shared, and sometimes regretted over the years. While readers may not learn everything about the couple outside their wine experiences, they are treated to an engaging exploration of their evolving wine education. Chapters reflect their progressive wine discoveries, ranging from the "rudimentary" André Cold Duck on their first date to a "magnificent" Gevrey-Chambertin Gérard Quivy found in Burgundy. Serendipitous moments, like enjoying a delightful Collery brut champagne at the launch of their wine website, add charm to their narrative. The memoir also delves into their backgrounds—he from a small Jewish community in Jacksonville, Florida, and she, African American, raised in the vibrant environment of Florida A&M University—as they navigate their burgeoning journalism careers alongside their love for wine. A poignant highlight is their visit to the maternity ward to toast their newborn daughter with Taittinger champagne, symbolizing the intertwining of wine and love. This memoir is a must-read for wine enthusiasts and those intrigued by the couple's journey through the world of wine.