A great addition to any wine antiques collector’s library is Wine Antiques & Collectibles by Donald Bull and Joseph Paradi. With over 2,100 vibrant photos and lively text present an exciting array of wine memorabilia, it is a wonderful resource. Following a look at wine and health, and Bacchanalia, the book takes a four part journey from the vineyard to the wine cellar. Part 1 looks at various tools used in growing grapes, harvesting, and the production of wine. Tools used by coopers in barrel making, wine sampling and tasting devices, including bottling tools are also covered. The next part is “Drinking Wine,” in which many implements for removing corks, retrieving corks, and preserving wine…

For both someone who has collected wine antiques for years or has just discovered their first wine antique, The Book of Wine Antiques by Robin Butler and Gillian Walkling is a “must have” resource for their library. Published in 1986, the author/experts cover the wide range of wine antiques, silver, glassware and more with an emphasis on the Georgian era. This is the best comprehensive reference book for the wide field of wine antiques and a must have for anyone who has an interest in the field, whether a wine enthusiast, collector, student or dealer.