"A book that teaches you the vocabulary of wine, exploring the passion of making and the joy of sharing" --- Patricia Jett.

"A fun, easy to read book that guides the novice through the maze of wine-tasting nuance… Through the author's descriptions, I could almost feel the Chilean sun on my face and smell the earth in the vineyard." --- D. Hetlage.

“Kudos for “Wine, My Passion, Your Lifestyle”… Mr. Vasquez’s enthusiasm, knowledge of, and delight in all aspects of getting the grape to the glass shine through in this highly informative “training manual”. The book may be short, but it is quite illuminating and will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of wine… Salud”! --- R. Ryburn.

“Wine, My Passion, Your Lifestyle”… I can recommend this book to al wine lovers everywhere! Passionately written, highly informative and nothing technical… easy lecture in a fast-moving narrative … Thank You El Don !!” --- G. Anderson.

“I love it!! An easy to understand book, after reading it I feel much comfortable requesting and evaluating a glass of wine. Sprinkled with delightful information that allows us to understand better the full “aura” surrounding the world of wine”. --- S. Luckey.

"Wine -- My Passion, Your Lifestyle..." is a great treatise for the layman on wines. It taught me a lot and helped me remember what I had forgotten about making wine as I remember it with my Grandfather in Ohio. Although we made it one barrel a year, it was wonderful.

Your book was especially good at addressing every aspect of enjoying and understanding the joys of wine, how it complements our social and interpersonal life. Your book addresses each topic in a personal manner that allows the reader to immerse themselves in the wine related stories. Like your El Don wines, I truly enjoyed the book. It's the best short education on wine that I've ever seen. Thank you for the opportunity to learn about wines”. --- W. Seiberling.

“Rod, you can tell that wine is your passion and in your heart. I felt a little jealous that you found "IT". Thankfully you are sharing with the all wine drinkers whether they love and enjoy a good wine or just drink wine.

The book made me want to see "your terroir". Chile sounds beautiful and full of soul. When you taught the things about growing, making, and deciding how to bring the wine to consumption you added so much more than the usual information you can get at any winery or in any book. That, my friend is the passion and soul. I wish the book had more pictures of where it all comes from. You can see in your mind’s eye while reading but some pictures would be great. The information on tips, parties, buying, storing, etc., was great.

In my day I have consumed very, very good wine right down to "Cat tinkle" wine. Nothing better than sitting in a beautiful place enjoying a smooth, rich, beautiful glass of wine. Luckily I have reached a place in life; I can pour "Cat tinkle" wine down the drain. Your book can show others how to get that enjoyment and ability to enjoy the nose and flavor of a great wine. Life is good!! Made better by wine. Keep up your Passion! Enjoyed the book it wasn't just a primer on wine it also had a Life and Spirit in it”. --- J. Watts

“Rod, your book: “WINE, My Passion, Your Lifestyle” is a great tool for the upcoming wine lovers. It gives you the basics of the wine and most of the W's (When, where and why). I have always been amazed when people mention that they need to drink a beer during the summer because it is very refreshing in the hot weather. I find that a chill Sauvignon Blanc is VERY refreshing during the summer, fall, winter and spring. This book is the perfect gift for the upcoming generation. It is a perfect gift for the beer drinkers so they understand the original concept of wine. It is a perfect gift to newlyweds that are having their honeymoon in a wine country and they don't know anything about wine. After you read: “WINE, My Passion, Your Lifestyle”; we are ready for volume number 2. Now that we know a little bit we want to know more… Great job Rod..!! --- E. Y. Concepcion -- The Coquí Group, LLC.

Rod, I must tell you that I was totally absorbed by your book. The passion you have for wine makes you think twice about savoring the flavor and appreciate the process of how it is made. I learned so much starting with just growing the grapes to the final product that I never really had an idea about. I love the traditions your family have set to pass on to yours girls. I will say that after reading your book, I now understand your passion and love for wine. Thank you so much for allowing me to see it thru' your eyes. Enjoyed your book very much. -- T. Ramsey