(Also, let's take a moment to appreciate the pun potential here. It was available for free on Amazon Vine, and I thought it would be a great way for me to enhance my cultural knowledge even though I don't drink. Those of you who know me will be wondering why I'm reviewing a book on wine. Note: This review is for the 2022 third edition, which does not yet appear on Goodreads. Sherry, the world's most misunderstood and underappreciated wine, page 437. Ravishing, elegant, and rich, Petrus in Ingrid Bergman in red satin, page 156. The shimmering elegance of Veuve Clicquot, affordable luxury in a glass, page 185. And everything else you need to know to buy, store, serve, and enjoy the world's most captivating beverage. The secrets of professional wine tasters and how to expand your wine-tasting vocabulary. Plus, matching wine with food - and mood. How a vineyard profoundly affects a wine's character. The lip-smackingly good wines of Australia. The precise and food-friendly wines of Germany. What makes a great wine great? The reason behind Champagne's bubbles.
Italy, one of wine's most enchanting and ancient homelands. (Robert Mondavi, founder and chairman emeritus of the Robert Mondavi Family of Wines) "The most informative and entertaining book I've ever seen on the subject." (Danny Meyer, co-author of The Union Square Cafe Cookbook ) The essentials: The romance and intrigue of Burgundy of sauvignon blanc and the surprising elegance of Spain's top Riojas. Thorough, authoritative, and entertaining. A must for anyone who loves wine, whether they are a pro or an amateur.
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