The Best Fiction Books about Wine
We’ve read a few great fiction books about wine that had us craving a blush to accompany our reading. Any excuse to pop open a bottle of wine puts a smile on my face, but to really get in the mood, can we suggest a book pairing?
One of them even made our yearly best books list back in 2018 and we still love it just as much four years later. So grab a bottle of red or white, set out a nice charcuterie board, and jump into these delectable tales.
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Our Favorite Fiction Books about Wine
Blush by Jamie Brenner
This newest contemporary fiction book from Jamie Brenner is a departure from her previous books which have all been set in coastal towns. This story takes place in a vineyard!
Three generations of women must come together to save the family home and livelihood by having the failing vineyard. This would not be an easy task on any day but, they are also fighting against sexism and the belief that a women’s role is elsewhere.
Vivian, Leah, and Sadie must each confront their pasts and their own demons in order to come together. And if you love fiction books about wine, check out our post.
The Lost Vintage
Author: Anne Mah
Year: 2018
Genre: Historical Fiction
More info: Bestseller
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Age Range: 16+
Plot
Kate is working to become a certified wine expert and the only thing standing in her way are the Burgundy wines at her family’s estate (and her first love who lives nearby).
While dealing out the basement filled with generations of belongings, Kate starts to learn about her family during the WWII occupation. Of all the WWII books, this is the one we recommend the most and we have never had anyone not love it.
Why Kirsten loves it
This mystery book feels like a warm hug. A little bit of historical fiction, a little bit of mystery, and a little bit of romance. It was so lovely to read at sunset with a glass of wine.
Why Jackie loves it
This book has a little bit of everything and kept me turning the pages non-stop. I completely agree with Kirsten when she says this book feels like a warm hug. I loved every bit of it and was sad when it ended.
Find this book in: Fiction Books About Wine / Feel-Good Books
Till Death Do Us Park
Author: Laurie Elizabeth Flynn
Year: 2024
Genre: Thriller
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Age Range: 18+
Plot
It’s been a decade since June’s husband, Josh, died on their honeymoon. Now newly engaged, she keeps thinking she sees Josh on the streets of New York. As she tries to get over what she believes are hallucinations, she does a deep dive and finds his picture linked to a winery in Napa.
Using the excuse of looking for a wedding venue, she flies to the winery and starts asking questions that lead her to another death by drawing linked to Josh’s family. Secrets are exposed and Josh’s mother, another narrator of the story, takes us back to the past.
Why Kirsten likes it
This was a fun fall thriller with two mysteries in one. There were tons of twists and turns along the way that held my attention, but it next got quite thrilling enough to really scare me.
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Dead Letters by Caite Dolan-Leach
Where to begin with this thrilling story? I loved just about everything in this A-to-Z mystery. The dark, twisted plot of Dead Letters begins when Ava returns hometown to her family’s failing vineyard to deal with the death of her twin, Zelda, in a barn fire.
The story immediately launches into a few mysteries. First, and the most easily solved, why did Ava flee the family vineyard for Paris 2 years ago? Second, is Zelda really dead? This is one of the fiction books about wine you won’t want to miss.
Midnight at the Wandering Vineyard by Jamie Raintree
A coming-of-age story featuring Mallory and her return home to the family vineyard. When Mallory returns to her family winery to celebrate a major milestone, she is reunited with her former best friend and her ex. Her reconnections with them force her to remember the last summer they spent together. Will she repeat the same mistakes again or will she figure out who she really is?
The Billionaire’s Vinegar by Benjamin Wallace
Ok, so technically this is a non-fiction book but it’s so engrossing that it reads like fiction. This book tells the fascinating story of a $156,000 bottle of wine that was allegedly owned by Thomas Jefferson. Is it real or a con? Wallace digs in and uncovers the cast of characters that surround the mysterious bottle of wine in this suspenseful tale.
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Best Romance Books About Wine
Bend Toward the Sun by Jen Devon
Rowan has a Ph. D in botany and is suffering from a setback in her research. She decides to take a position to help restore a winery vineyard until she is able to resume her research and start a post-doc position. She has her two best friends and that is all she needs after an emotionally abusive mother and a similar ex-fiance.
She does not expect to meet Harrison, an OB who has issues of his own. This is such a well-written romance and I loved seeing these two characters overcome heartache and distrust. This is a fun one that is also on our list of fiction books about wine and is such a great pick from ultimate beach reads 2023.
Drunk on Love Jasmine Guillory
Jasmine Guillory never fails to entertain with her romances. This is definitely hot and steamy and is a perfect romance to go on our list of fiction books about wine.
Margot noble works in Napa at her family’s winery. When she meets a very handsome stranger and they have a steamy one-night stand, she thinks she will never see him again until he shows up at the winery the next day as the new hire.
Obviously, this can become a very bad situation. The chemistry between these two is undeniable.
Goodbye, Lark Lovejoy by Kris Clink
This is the perfect feel good read for a hectic week. Lark Lovejoy is a 38 year old widow with two young boys. She decides to move back to her hometown and try and move forward with her life.
Will she have the guts to start winemaking as she always wanted to do before becoming a lawyer? And will she finally find a way to be happy again?
Lark did not expect to meet a younger man with his own difficult past. Despite sad moments and difficult topics, I found this book thoroughly enjoyable and difficult to put down. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series!
The Holiday Mix-Up
Author: Ginny Baird
Year: 2023
Genre: Romance
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Age Range: 18+
Plot
Katie has been smitten with Juan since she started serving him at the cafe months ago – so when he asks her to be his fake girlfriend for Christmas, she’s thrilled.
Until he gets hit by a van and is put into a coma – after he’s announced he’s got a girlfriend to his family. Reluctant to tell Juan’s secret, Katie is welcomed by the Martinez family. As she keeps up the rouse, she learns about their struggling winery and begins developing feelings for Juan’s brother, Mateo.
Why Kirsten loves it
This charming romance reminds me of While You Were Sleeping. #gifted
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Plot
One week before her wedding, Georgia discovers that her fiancé has been keeping a secret from her. Not sure if she can get over it and go through with the wedding, she heads home to her family vineyard.
When she arrives, she does not find the solace she is looking for. Rather, her parents’ marriage is in shambles, her brothers are a mess, and they are at risk of losing everything.
Why Jackie loves it
This book about wine is such a fun book for book clubs to read and discuss. How do the characters develop? Did the book end the way you thought?
Find this book in: Books About Wine / Books with Food in the Title
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Books about Wine on our TBR
Thank you, Kirsten and Jackie, for this wonderful list of fiction to read with wine! I recently read Ann Mah’s “The Lost Vintage” and loved it. I agree, it is a feel-good book and couldn’t put it down. Because of the winery setting, I decided to have some wine while reading it, which turned out to be a spectacular idea! I would suggest another book to add to your Fiction and Wine list. Last weekend, I read “Short Stories to Enjoy with Wine” by Stephen Kristof. A few of the stories take place at wineries, but the others are very wide ranging and they all kept my attention (despite the effects of the wine). I won’t say how, but they all connect with wine, which made the book a natural to enjoy with my favorite bevvie! Thanks again for all of your reviews and recommendations!