Murder in the Merlot: 8 (Ray Elkins Thrillers)

Autumn has come to Cedar County. Its harvest time. The trees and vines in the orchards and vineyards are heavy with ripening fruit. For the tourists flocking to the tasting rooms of the regions vineyards the landscapes and seascapes provide an elaborate tapestry of rich colors and textures.However there is one discordant note in this pastoral splendor the crumpled body of an international wine maven has been discovered in a steeply terraced vineyard of merlot grapes. As Sheriff Ray Elkins quickly discovers the roots of this crime run from the legendary chateaus of Burgundy to the exclusive watering holes of Chinese billionaires.