Our wine pick for The Astral Library is a Chinon, a red wine from France's Loire Valley made primarily from Cabernet Franc. If Cabernet Sauvignon is the bold adventurer, Cabernet Franc is the thoughtful librarian: lighter on its feet, packed with character, and full of surprises. Expect notes of red currants, raspberries, violets, fresh herbs, and a touch of earthiness, all wrapped up in a wine that's vibrant, food-friendly, and endlessly interesting.

At first glance, a magical library where readers can step inside their favorite books sounds whimsical and fantastical. But beneath the adventure, The Astral Library is also a story about belonging, second chances, courage, and the transformative power of stories. Chinon captures that same balance. It's approachable enough to welcome you in, yet layered enough to reward curiosity, revealing new details with every glass, much like the hidden passages, secret worlds, and beloved literary references woven throughout the novel.

Both the book and the wine invite you to slow down, explore, and discover something unexpected waiting just beyond the next page.

Can’t join the wine club? Don’t worry, any Chinon will work, OR have some fun and find an American Cabernet Franc!