In the quaint town of Savory Hills, chef Charlie Beaumont's life takes an unexpected turn when she inherits her grandmother's bistro, The Tasty Table. Little does she know that along with the restaurant, she's also inherited a legacy steeped in mystery and danger.
When a rare bottle of 1947 Cheval Blanc wine becomes the center of an international conspiracy, Charlie finds herself embroiled in a web of deceit that spans decades. Alongside the charming Detective Lucas West, she uncovers a plot involving wine fraud, hidden wartime caches, and a groundbreaking authentication method developed by her grandmother.
As Charlie delves deeper into her family's past, she confronts the ruthless Madame Rousseau, a wine crime kingpin with a personal vendetta. The investigation leads them from the cozy confines of The Tasty Table to abandoned wineries and secret cellars, each clue bringing them closer to a truth that could reshape the entire wine industry.
With the help of her loyal sous chef Tommy and the enigmatic wine expert Xavier Dupont, Charlie must use her culinary skills and newfound sleuthing abilities to solve the mystery before it's too late. Along the way, she discovers that her grandmother's legacy is far more complex - and valuable - than she ever imagined.
This book blends the rich flavors of a culinary cozy with the complexity of an international thriller. As Charlie and Lucas race against time to prevent a crime that could upend the wine world, they also navigate the delicate bouquet of their budding romance. In the end, Charlie must decide if she's ready to embrace a future that pairs fine dining with danger, and vintage wines with vendettas.