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Written by one of the leading wine educators from the esteemed Culinary Institute of America, THE SOMMELIER'S GUDE TO WINE is an engaging, in-depth introduction to the often intimidating world of wine. This fully updated guide provides a basic text for wine aficionados and newcomers alike. Created in a handy size (9-1/2 by 4-3/4 inches) and format, it gives wine lovers the confidence and savvy to navigate the wine list in a restaurant or the aisles of the local wine store. Food enthusiasts, wine expert wannabes, wait staff, and wine lovers can learn how to present, serve, drink, and store wine just like a sommelier. The guidebook explains different wine styles, grape types, wine regions, and includes tips on how to properly pair wines with specific foods. Full of photos, maps, and illustrations, THE SOMMELIER'S GUDE TO WINE takes readers from winemaking methods through reading labels, buying, ordering, and presenting all varieties of wine. It's the perfect introduction to the complex world of wines, including informational boxes like Does It Sparkle or Fizz?, Decanting Wine, and descriptions of Areas of Production from Jerez, Spain to The Finger Lakes of New York.
About the Author
Born in London, Brian H. Smith was educated and worked in the wine trade in England before moving to the United States. He has taught and lectured extensively here and abroad, and for the past 15 years has been one of the leading wine educators at the renowned Culinary Institute of America. He is the co-author of WineWise and Exploring Wine: The Culinary Institute of America's Complete Guide to Wines of the World with Steven Kolpan and Michael Weiss. He lives in Kingston, New York.
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