The seventh book in the “A Winemaker Detective Mystery” series “Flambé in Armagnac 
It was supposed to be a routine inquiry but Mr. Cooker and Virgile stepped into a double love triangle, family feuds and the intricacies of living in small town France. Benjamin Cooker reacquaints himself with old friends while Virgile makes new ones, which unexpectedly adds to the mystery and intrigue.
Having been a fan of Mr. Cooker and Virgile since the first book, I find them becoming more and more like Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson with the release of a new book. But, they remain very French and the storyline can only be written by Frenchmen or someone who understands the nuances of French culture.
That the series is about wine is a big plus. I learn new things in every book. It is obvious that the writers are true connoisseurs.
A great addition to the series, a great addition to your library and a must-have in your summer reading list.
“Flambé in Armagnac
A small town holds fiercely onto its secrets. In the heart of Gascony, a fire ravages the warehouse of one of Armagnac’s top estates, killing the master distiller. Wine expert Benjamin Cooker is called in to estimate the value of the losses. But Cooker and his assistant Virgile want to know more. Did the old alembic explode? Was it really an accident? Why is the estate owner Baron de Castayrac penniless? How legal are his dealings?
