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A must-have for any wine enthusiast

Ah, wine. This complex and fun-to-drink beverage has an unmatched ability to capture hearts and minds. Wine For Dummies shows you why, with an introduction to the art and science of appreciating wine's many varieties. You'll tour key wine regions, learn to choose quality wines in restaurants, and discover how to pair and serve wine like a sommelier. Begin or expand your wine collection with pro tips, and learn the best vintages to drink now or save for later. This Dummies guide will take you on a journey from enthusiast to connoisseur.

Inside...

Understanding wine terms Finding the taste that works for you Appreciating wine experiences and education Purchasing and aging wine Pairing wine with any dish Serving temperatures and wine storage techniques

A must-have for any wine enthusiast

Ah, wine. This complex and fun-to-drink beverage has an unmatched ability to capture hearts and minds. Wine For Dummies shows you why, with an introduction to the art and science of appreciating wine's many varieties. You'll tour key wine regions, learn to choose quality wines in restaurants, and discover how to pair and serve wine like a sommelier. Begin or expand your wine collection with pro tips, and learn the best vintages to drink now or save for later. This Dummies guide will take you on a journey from enthusiast to connoisseur.

Inside...

Understanding wine terms Finding the taste that works for you Appreciating wine experiences and education Purchasing and aging wine Pairing wine with any dish Serving temperatures and wine storage techniques
Über den Autor

Michelle Grant, PhD is a Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS)-certified sommelier and founder of Era Wine Bar in Mount Rainier, MD. She is a wine writer, wine educator, and food and wine pairing expert with a focus on international cuisines. Michelle is a CMS advanced sommelier candidate and certified Italian Wine Ambassador.

Mary Ewing-Mulligan is the first woman in America to become a Master of Wine.

Ed McCarthy was a Certified Wine Educator.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting Started with Wine 5

Chapter 1: What Is Wine? 7

Chapter 2: How Wine Got Here 25

Chapter 3: Winemaking 101 35

Chapter 4: Honing Your Particular Taste (Buds) 49

Part 2: The World of Wine: Europe 67

Chapter 5: Italy: Wine and Passion 69

Chapter 6: France: The Super Model 91

Chapter 7: Spain: Con Vino 129

Chapter 8: Germany: A League of Their Own 147

Chapter 9: Portugal: Força! 159

Chapter 10: Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe: Old to Wine, New(er) to You 175

Part 3: The World of Wine: The Americas 191

Chapter 11: North America: Modern Winelands 193

Chapter 12: South America: Bold and Beautiful 223

Part 4: The World of Wine: Australia and New Zealand 239

Chapter 13: Australia: A True Wine Power 241

Chapter 14: New Zealand: Young and Powerful 251

Part 5: The World of Wine: Africa, the Middle East, and Asia 259

Chapter 15: Africa: Roaring Wines of the Continent 261

Chapter 16: The Middle East: Ancient Vines and Modern Appeal 269

Chapter 17: Asia: Wine's Next Wave 275

Part 6: Building Your Wine Muscles 285

Chapter 18: Pairing Food and Wine 287

Chapter 19: Buying Wine to Enjoy at Home 301

Chapter 20: Serving Wine Like a Sommelier 313

Chapter 21: Enjoying Wine in Restaurants and Bars 333

Chapter 22: Continuing Your Wine Journey 347

Part 7: The Part of Tens 359

Chapter 23: Answers to Ten Common Questions about Wine 361

Chapter 24: Ten Wine Myths Demystified 369

Part 8: Appendixes 377

Appendix A: Pronunciation Guide to Wine Terms 379

Appendix B: Glossary of Wine and Wine-Tasting Terms 383

Appendix C: Vintage Wine Chart: 1996-2023 391

Index 395

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Genre: Importe, Kochen & Backen
Rubrik: Essen & Trinken
Thema: Getränke
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Einband - flex.(Paperback)
ISBN-13: 9781394320073
ISBN-10: 1394320078
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Mccarthy, Ed
Ewing-Mulligan, Mary
Grant, Michelle
Auflage: 8. Auflage
Hersteller: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 235 x 189 x 26 mm
Von/Mit: Ed Mccarthy (u. a.)
Erscheinungsdatum: 10.07.2025
Gewicht: 0,784 kg
Artikel-ID: 133561655