Terror in the Vineyards | Peter May

Gil Petty was a formidable critic in the world of wines, one of those who could make or break kings. The publication of his tasting notes was a dreaded moment, capable of ruining a winemaker or bringing them fortune. He took an interest in the Gaillac vineyard when he disappeared. And his famous notes seem to have vanished at the same time as him. But, one year later, his body reappears, standing like a scarecrow in the vines, dressed in the ceremonial costume of the Order of the Divine Bottle, and in a sorry state. It appears he spent some time in a barrel of red wine. Preceded by his flattering reputation as an outstanding investigator and determined to delve into the subtleties of Gaillac wines, Enzo Macleod decides to reopen an investigation that had come to a standstill. Petty had no shortage of enemies, especially in France where they didn't appreciate this American having the audacity to tell the French if their wine was good or not. But, amidst tastings of fine wines and the charm offensive from the deceased's daughter, it is Macleod's own skin that is at stake. Because the killer is not far from committing another murder. Bottles, corpses, and company, let's savor with Peter May!