Wine in Words: Notes for Better Drinking

Wine in Words: Notes for Better Drinking

Delectably brief essays that tell you only what you need to know to enjoy wine. There are wine encyclopedias, bibles, and guidesâ€”this is not one of those books. It doesnâ€™t contain everything, just the really important stuff: the truly key wines, grapes, regions; tips about wine buying, aging, and storage; and useful explanations about tasting notes and whether or not vintages really matter. In short, this book covers the real absolutes that you need to know about wine.With the pithy wit that readers of her columns have come to expect, Lettie Teague breaks down the stumbling blocks that often intimidate us and clears up the myths that cloud our understanding. A series of mini-essays cover the essentials in a fun, omnibus fashion. The tone is sometimes irreverent, sometimes opinionated, but always practical. For instance, there are entries such as "The Unbearable Oakiness of Being," "Can Wedding Wine Be Good," and "Why You Really Need Only One Glass." Other entries may provoke some lively debate, such as "Men Are from Cab, Women Are from Moscato" and "In Defense of Wine Snobs." The opposite of a didactic textbook, this volume is not meant to be read from start to finish. Instead, like wine itself, it encourages small contemplative sips. It is a companion for the modern taster, a concise and curated collection of tidbits to satisfy anyone with a lively curiosity and palate.
Country USA
Brand Rizzoli Ex Libris
Manufacturer Rizzoli Ex Libris
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 50 one-colour illustrations
Color Cream
ReleaseDate 2015-04-14
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780847845439

Country	USA
Brand	Rizzoli Ex Libris
Manufacturer	Rizzoli Ex Libris
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	50 one-colour illustrations
Color	Cream
ReleaseDate	2015-04-14
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780847845439

Wine in Words: Notes for Better Drinking

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