Last Monday, I hit send. I pressed the button and off went my book (or manuscript, apparently) to my editor. Thing is, I still can’t say manuscript without feeling like this shouldn’t happening to me, or for that matter say editor without wanting to actually hug her. But then Eldest Boy said to me “so, does that mean you are a wine lady and an author now?” Now, look on the right hand side of this post. You might have to scroll down a bit. See the BUY THE BOOK heading? Turns out it is available to pre-order on Amazon. Seeing is believing (or something).
Current white in the fridge: Jackson Estate ‘Stich’ Sauvingon Blanc 2011, £9.99 (if you buy 2), Majestic
There is something very pure about really good New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Yes, there’s lots of cheapish stuff that does a nice job but get over £8 and you can find some much more interesting wines with layers of gooseberry and lemon fruit and an almost mineral character. This is one such – completely gorgeous and shows why spending a few extra quid is worth it to get a really unforgettable bottle of wine. I had a glass with a plate of rice and soy-drenched salmon. It perked up supper and an evening otherwise spent working in front of the telly.
Current red in the rack: Montes Limited Selection Pinot Noir 2009, £7.99 (if you buy 2), Majestic
Winemakers the world over suffer Pinot envy when they look at what Burgundy can do with this grape. But Chile, specifically the Casablanca Valley region where the climate is noticeably cooler than many other parts of wine-producing Chile, is doing amazing things with its Pinot. And each producer seems to get something different out of it. Fifty shades of Pinot, if you like. This one is bramble fruit, with a bit of spice and a sprinkling of espresso powder somewhere nearby. Wonderful stuff.
Peace out, winos x
Any news on my 'how to be converted to Antipodean wine' tips yet? Did try a v expensive NZ bottle a few weeks ago…lovely but v cher!
Right, you are officially a project. Tell me what sort of wines you like and we'll go from there. Big reds or medium reds? Crisp lemony whites or tropical fruity whites? Email me if easier…
This is getting even more real! So excited for you. May need a glass of wine to toast you.
Thanks Trish, it certainly is! Make that fizz.
Hurray!!!!! Well done KM
Thank you, thank you! x
I'm pre-ordering. Now. So proud of you.
Thank you LC x
Hello, it's your editor here. Hugs always welcome.
In the mean time, it's great to see the level of support you have here on the KMWC blog.
LG
Hey, it's you! *hugs* Support is amazing, I'm so grateful and very lucky…
Oh well done! It's so exciting that you have finished it – it's gonna be a great present for several wine lovin ladies I know 🙂
ah, thanks Peggy…hope so!
Very exciting – congratulations! And enjoy the trip to NYC – I will be thinking of you on Sunday!
I am SO excited. Someone told me today about Balthazar in Soho…thought I might get a table for one.
Brilliant! You must be so excited! Well done 🙂
Thank you! Yes, really excited. It has all been a bit of a dream/blur!
My god, that was quick! Congratulations 🙂
I suppose it was pretty quick, but give me four clear hours on a Saturday morning without the children and I can motor!
Brilliant! Here's cheers to you. xx
Thank you x
Well done. Just wish I could follow (and drink) all your recommendations on this side of the Pond.
Thanks, and yes, I wish you could too!
WOW!!!!!!! I am soooo excited for you! But then, you knew that already 😉 I loved the mini-book at BritMums, love the blog and can't wait for the book. Congrats Helen. xox
Thanks! V excited….
I have just pre-ordered/bought.
Can't wait!
Yay! X
Helen – that is so so cool! What an achievement! Did they approach you? No wonder! You are definitely the funnest and most original wine writer I've ever come across!
Gosh that was so quick! Huge congrats to you xx just pre-ordered it. Well, it was 10% off so why not? Hee hee….seriously, it's a huge achievement so yay you. xxxx