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A Taste of the World of Wine
by P. Iland, P. Gago, A. Caillard, P. Dry

A Taste of the World of Wine is a comprehensive and practical guide that takes the reader on a journey through the history of wine, viticulture and winemaking practices, how to taste wine and the characteristics of the major wine styles of the world. The concise, easy to follow, educational approach makes it an ideal book for anyone who is interested in wine. The book contains 212 pages of informative text, maps, wine style guides, tasting clues and over 300 photographs to illustrate the diversity and richness of the world of wine. Educational in format it has been written for students and the general wine consumer who wants to know a little more. It is suitable as a foundation text and a useful reference for all students of wine. It can be used in wine courses, hospitality courses, and for training retail, marketing and cellar door sales personnel or just to enjoy the read.

ISBN: 978-0-9581605-3-7 Format: Hardcover Pages: 212

000011243
Price: $50.00

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A Vineyard in My Glass

Gerald Asher, who served as Gourmet's wine editor for thirty years, has drawn together this selection of his essays, published in Gourmet and elsewhere, for the collective insight they give into why a wine should always be an expression of a place and a time. Guiding the reader through twenty-seven diverse wine regions in France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and California, he shows how every wine worth drinking is a reflection of its terroir—in the broadest sense of that untranslatable word.

In evocative reminiscences of wines, winemakers, and the meals he has had with them, he weaves together climate, terrain, and local history, sharing his knowledge and experience so skillfully that we learn as we are entertained and come to understand, gradually, that the meaning and pleasure of a wine lie always in the context of its origin and in the concurrence of where, how, and with whom we enjoy it.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780520270336
  • Publisher: University of California Press
  • Publication date: 9/12/2011
  • Pages: 288

  • 052027033
    Price: $45.00

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    About Wine
    About Wine is a unique resource designed for those who require practical information on how to manage wine and wine sales for restaurants and the hospitality business. Unlike other texts on this subject, this text seeks first to give the reader background information on the origins of wine and how it is produced, and then builds upon this knowledge with information on the wine producing regions of the United States and the World. The numerous variations of wine produced in Europe, North America, and the Southern Hemisphere are presented. Special features of the text include detailed color diagrams and photographs, and useful appendices designed for use as a quick reference or a starting place for more research on topics of interest. essential to anyone responsible for managing wine within the hospitality industry.

    Author: Jenderson, J. Patrick, Rex, Dellie Binding: Hardcover Copyright: 2005 Edition: 1st Publisher: Thomson Delmar Learning

    140183711
    Price: $60.60

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    Black Moleskine Passions Wine Journal 5.25 X 8.25
    by Moleskine

    The legendary journal used by famous artists and writers as well as by everyday people, Moleskine® has been the essential little black notebook for two centuries. Designed in Italy, this Moleskine® Passions Wine Journal is made for those who really love wine. With a helpful glossary, measures, conversions, and more, it's truly a wine aficienado's dream come true. Plus, the three ribbon place markers help you create shortcuts to your favorite sections, while the double expandable inner pocket is perfect for storing notes and clippings!

    240 pages on acid-free paper
    6 themed sections to log notes by wine type: Sparkling, White, Rose, Red, Fortified/Sweet, and Spirits
    6 blank tabs to customize as you choose
    10 blank pages for notes and thoughts
    Includes set of adhesive labels to customize your journal
    Embossed and thread-bound black cardboard cover with rounded corners
    Elastic closure
    5" x 8.25"
    Imported

    ISBN: 8862933169 ISBN-13: 9788862933162 Manufacturer: Moleskine
    886293316

    Price: $19.95

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    California Directory of Fine Wineries
    by K. Reka Badger, Cheryl Crabtree

    With The California Directory of Fine Wineries: Central Coast as a guide, readers can explore world-famous Santa Barbara County, home to the landmark cellars of Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Maria Valley, and Santa Rita Hills; meander the scenic back roads of San Luis Obispo on the way to the premier wineries of Edna Valley; and travel to rustic Paso Robles where the winemakers themselves will pour you a glass of their distinctive blends and specialties. Featuring boutique tasting rooms, working ranches, warehouse wineries, and family-owned vineyards, this is an essential guide to destinations of charm and character.

    Pub. Date: April 2009 Publisher: Wine House Press Format: Hardcover, 144pp
    097249930

    Price: $19.95

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    California Wine Passport
    WinePassports quickly make sense of the wines, grapes, and regions you'll most likely encounter, whether you're walking the aisles of your local wine store or driving through wine country. WinePassports are your ticket to understanding wine regions of the world. These friendly pocket guides include: Pop-out maps Overviews of wines you'll most likely encounter Tips on up and coming regions with great values Easy-to-use charts to interpret what's in the bottle Space for notes

    Author: Wine Smarts Binding: Paper Copyright: 2005 Edition: 1st

    097218765
    Price: $2.98

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    Cellar
    An ideal cellar does not have to be an expensive cellar. This practical guide is the first book to unravel the secrets of cost effective home cellaring. It will save you money and save your wines.
    095806280
    Price: $20.00

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    Cellaring Wine
    Beer is just a beverage, but wine is an experience. There?s an aura of romance, a hint of the sublime, to bringing a bottle up from your own cellar, carefully drawing out the cork, pouring the wine into a goblet, and taking the first delectable sip. Now Jeff Cox, author of From Vines to Wines (89,000 copies in print) and a connoisseur well respected in wine circles, shows you how easy it is to have a wine cellar of your own. But Cellaring Wine is not a home-building project book. In some cases, the would-be wine collector doesn?t have to do much building at all. Rather, Cellaring Wine teaches anyone who loves wine how to create a working system of selecting wines that will age well, know how to lay them down properly, and recognize when they have matured to their full glory and are ready to be savored.

    Author: Jeff Cox Binding: Paper Copyright: 2003 Edition: 1st Publisher: Workman

    158017474
    Price: $18.95

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    Complete Wine Cellar System
    The gastronomic, financial, intellectual, aesthetic, and social pleasures of wine collecting often lead to the necessity to create and maintain a wine cellar. This down-to-earth guide to conceiving, building, and using one offers in-depth explanations of the whys and wherefores. The text explores such fundamentals as understanding ideal storage conditions, designing the cellar, and choosing the appropriate storage apparatus for a particular collection. Goldberg explains the principles of organization (by grape, region, producer, and vintage, among others), and offers guidance on stocking cellar by acquiring bottles from merchants, wineries, mail order, and auction. He also suggests defining goals, such as short-term drinking or investment for resale, in order to plan the best wine cellar possible for each individual's needs. The book is accompanied by a CD with specially designed software to help you record and keep track of your wine collection. Both the CD and the book are packaged in a beautiful binder with paper included on which to print a restaurant-quality wine list.and display your wine list, and lovely parchment paper on which to print your list.

    Author: Howard G. Goldberg Binding: Hardback Copyright: 2003 Edition: 1st Publisher: Running Press

    076241557
    Price: $40.00

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    Exploring Wine
    by Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith, Michael A. Weiss

    In Exploring Wine, three renowned wine experts take you on a glorious tour of the wines of the world. An essential and dynamic reference for wine lovers as well as students and seasoned professionals, this compelling volume demystifies wine and frees you to explore with confidence.

    Exploring Wine follows wine's fascinating path from the vine to the table. It begins by focusing on the basics: grape growing and wine making, an ideal starting point for your journey. Next, you will learn how to fine–tune your senses and develop your ability to appreciate the pleasures of wine as the authors explain what to look for in the glass—appearance, aroma and bouquet, and, of course, taste.

    Exploring Wine visits the major and minor wine–producing regions in the Old World and the New World—including extensive tasting notes—providing a comprehensive working knowledge of the history, geography, wine laws, vineyards, producers, and styles of wines produced in each region. With updated full–color maps, charts, tables, and gorgeous full–color photographs, Exploring Wine brings complex subject matter to life with grace and style.

    To help make every meal unforgettable, this new edition features updated and expanded guidelines for wine and food pairing, fully explaining which flavors pair well and why. The authors provide professionals and avid wine lovers with a complete education on the very latest in wine lists, wine service, and wine storage, and pre–sent a wealth of insight on important and practical wine business issues.

    Pub. Date: September 2010 Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated Format: Hardcover , 800pp
    047177063

    Price: $65.00

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