[Rarebooks] FS: Some Unusual Wine Items

Thu Dec 13 17:22:30 EST 2007

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Guillon, J-M., et al. "LES GRANDS VINS DE BORDEAUX. THE FINE WINES OF
BORDEAUX"  Bordeaux; Societe de l’Annuaire de la Gironde: 1948. A complete
guide to the vineyards of the Bordeaux region, with much detail on each
grower, including photos of vineyards, some labels, and so on. The
introductory text is in both French and English, and there are English
summaries of the information on each Chateaux. Softcover. 7"x11", xxx +
247 pages, b/w and several color maps. Light soil. [31373] $125.00

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[Sherry] "SCHEDULE SHOWING SPECIMENS OF A NUMBER OF BRITISH SHERRY LABELS
WITH DETAILS OF ORIGIN AND DATES OF COMMENCEMENT OF USAGE IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM"  Apparently prepared by the lawyers for the Defendant, 1967. A
very interesting court exhibit of old sherry labels, mostly dating from
the late 19th century, but one apparently vintage 1740.

The exhibit was (apparently) prepared for the Defense in the case of Vine
Products Ltd. v. Mackenzie & Co. Ltd., where Spanish producers, through
Mackenzie, an importer, sued to stop the use of the term "Sherry" on wines
not originating from the Jerez district of Spain. The labels are all for
British sherry from a variety of producers and distributors, although
there is a label for a Palestine Sherry, and almost all use the word
"British Sherry" or a phrase to that effect. The aim in assembling them
was to show that the term ‘British Sherry’ had been in use for over a
century with no apparent confusion on the part of customers.
Interestingly, although this case occurred in 1967, the file was
apparently assembled for a similar case in 1925, as all the letters with
the labels are dated in that year. The court eventually ruled that only
the unqualified use of the word "Sherry" could be banned from products not
originating in Jerez. The case is still regarded as important, and is
quoted in a number of legal articles and following court decisions. A very
interesting and certainly unique piece of wine-related history.

Folder. 9.5"x13.5", 4 typed pages listing the contents, with 33 actual
labels attached to sheets of paper with thin pins, 7 letters from
manufacturers and distributors, and 1 folding chart from the ‘Trademark
Journal’. A pre-printed label, with details filled in in ink, on the er
cover states- "High Court of Justice Chancery Division, Mr. Justice Cross,
The 14th day of Feb’y, 1967, Vine Products Ltd v Mackenzie & Co Ltd. This
exhibit marked P30. was produced at the Trial of this Action on the
examination of James Edward Mitchells, (illegible). A typed label inside
the front cover states- "South African Wine Farers Association (London)
Ltd.". A little light soil, a few labels with rubbing or soil, but overall
in very nice condition. [31374] $675.00

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Simon, Andre L. "BIBLIOTHECA VINARIA. A Bibliography of Books and
Pamphlets Dealing with Viticulture, Wine-Making, Distillation, the
Management, Sale, Taxation, Use and Abuse of Wines and Spirits"  Martino
Publishing. A facsimile reprint of the original 1913 limited edition,
which listed over 6,500 items. "Simon is one of the most famous of
bibliographers in the field of gastronomy, and his Biblioteca Vinaria is
one of the most important works in the subfield of books relating to wine
and spirits." Hardcover. 6"x9", viii 340 pages. New. [90221] $60.00

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Tomes, Robert. "THE CHAMPAGNE COUNTRY"  New York; George Routledge & 
Sons: 1867. A tour of Rheims and the surrounding countryside by an
American "adopted son" who had lived there several years. He deplores the
fact that while thousands of American visit Paris, fewer than two dozen
have ventured into Rheims during his time there. He probably should have
left well enough alone... Tomes includes details of all aspects of Rheims
life, including much on the vineyards and wines. This was the first book
in English to focus specifically on Champagne country and its wines.
Hardcover. 5"x7.5", xv, 231 pages. Bound into modern plain brown cloth,
with new endpapers, cloth a bit rubbed. Pages very lightly toned, else
fine. [31146] $500.00

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[1930s Wine Wheel] MIXTER ALBERT CORRECT WINE SERVICE GUIDE AND MIXED
DRINKS FINDER.  Pittsburgh; Alba Publishing, William Penn Hotel: 1934. A
wonderful 1930s revolving "drinks wheel"- align the bottom arrow with any
of 48 drinks, and die-cut windows will tell you what ingredients, juices,
and twists to use, whether to stir or shake, and what to serve it in. Want
a "Morning Bracer"? a third absinthe, 2 thirds vermouth with a twist of
seltzer, served in a Delmonico glass. Bronx cocktail, Salome, Gin Flip,
all your favorite 1930s drinks are here. The other side of the wheel is a
wine-service guide, giving 4 choices of wine to be served with a dozen
different dinners or courses (interestingly, a number of American wines
are recommended, including NY champagne, Missouri Riesling, and Napa
Valley Sauterne). A great conversation piece for your next party.
Diameter- 8". Light soil. [31372] $100.00

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