20 Best Books About Wine (2023 Update)

"when it comes to beginners' wine guides, windows on the world complete wine course is one of the perennial best." –wall street journal with more than three million copies sold, this perennial bestseller by james beard lifetime achievement award winner kevin zraly is the definitive guide to understanding and appreciating wine. kevin zraly, america's ultimate wine educator, demystifies every aspect of choosing, tasting, and enjoying wine. from the renowned reds of bordeaux and california to the trail-blazing whites of washington state and new zealand, this essential volume features maps of each region, lush photographs, a wealth of infographics, best value bottles for each country, hundreds of labels to help you find the right wines, and guided tastings. it also includes the latest vintages to savor, comprehensive notes on food pairings, and answers to frequently asked questions. this revised and expanded edition features new classes on south america, australia, and new zealand, sparkling wine, and fortified wine as well as information on cutting-edge trends (rosé, prosecco) and emerging wine regions, including sicily and china. the windows on the world complete wine course gives you all the tools you need to discover and enjoy the best wines for you. size: one size.

Cabernet or merlot? light or bold? what to pair with food? drinking great wine isn't hard, but finding great wine does require a deeper understanding of the fundamentals. – wine folly: the visual guide to wine will help you make sense of it all in a unique infographic wine book. put together by the creators of wine folly, a certified sommelier and a designer who have become renowned in the wine world for simplifying complex wine topics, this book combines sleek, modern information design with data visualization. – get pragmatic answers to your wine questions and learn pro tips on tasting, how to spot great quality, and how to find wines you'll love. – wine folly: the visual guide to wine includes: – detailed taste profiles of popular and under-the-radar wines. – a guide to pairing food and wine. – a wine-region section with detailed maps. – practical tips and tricks for serving wine. – methods for tasting wine and identifying flavors. – packed with information and encouragement, wine folly: the visual guide to wine will empower your decision-making with practical knowledge and give you confidence at the table.

For anyone who wants to understand the full story that lies within a glass of wine, this book opens up the inner secrets of the geology, the vineyards, the wines, and the growers of the northern rhône valley in france. home to the spicy syrah, or shiraz, and the floral viognier grapes, the northern rhône valley is one of france's oldest wine-growing regions; its appellations include hermitage, côte-rôtie, condrieu, crozes-hermitage, st-joseph, and château-grillet. with evocative descriptions and marvelous insights, this accessible, elegant book, the culmination of more than thirty years following the rhône, is a comprehensive and authoritative survey of the various estates, winemakers, and their wines.taking a deeper look at the northern rhône than livingstone-learmonth's highly regarded previous volumes on the rhône valley, this revised and up-to-date edition covers more producers and includes more in-depth information on the various terroirs, the histories of the wines, and the methods for making the wines. livingstone-learmonth concentrates on letting the producers explain their outlook and methods and includes much local color.the wines of the northern rhône includes* assessments of thousands of wines, with guide dates onwhen to drink and how long to age them* winemakers' views on what foods best accompany their wines* new vineyard maps for each appellation* detailed descriptions by growers discussing the effect of different soils on their wines* precise information on how each domaine makes its wines* new research on the historical links between hermitage and bordeaux

Ten years after the publication of the highly acclaimed, award-winning wine guide côte d'or: a celebration of the great wines of burgundy, the "bible of burgundy," clive coates now offers this thoroughly revised and updated sequel. this long-awaited work details all the major vintages from 2006 back to 1959 and includes thousands of recent tasting notes of the top wines, useful as a reference for wine pairing and a primer in how to taste wine. all-new chapters on chablis and côte chalonnaise replace the previous volume's domain profiles. coates, a master of wine who has spent much of the last thirty years in burgundy, france, considers it to be the most exciting, complex, and intractable wine region in the world, its vineyards and wineries the most likely to yield fine wines of elegance and finesse. this coffee table book is an indispensable guide for the amateur sommelier and food and wine professionals alike by an internationally renowned wine expert, writing with his habitual expertise, lucidity, and unequaled firsthand knowledge.

Winner of the gourmand international award for best drinks book the definitive compendium for all lovers of red wine, written by bestselling authors kevin zraly and the world wine guys. award-winning authors kevin zraly and the world wine guys tell the story of red wine, grape by grape, revealing the vast world of the 50 essential varieties and styles–from agiorgitiko to zinfandel–that you should know. all your favorites are here: cabernet sauvignon, merlot, pinot noir, sangiovese, and syrah, covered in fascinating, eye-opening detail. you'll also discover little-known gems, such as amarone, baco noir, xinomavro, and zweigelt. the helpful introduction explains how red wine grapes evolved and spread, how red wine is made, and how the winemaking process influences the taste of the final wine. peppered with engaging facts and figures, each chapter profiles one variety or style, featuring comprehensive at-a-glance information that provides color and tasting notes, what to expect in the glass, suggested food pairings, and recommended wines at a variety of price points from bargain to splurge. in-depth essays offer capsule histories of each grape or style, including their origins, typical characteristics, popularity, and other notable countries that produce them. winemakers and other industry experts appear in their own words alongside gorgeous photography that brings the regions, vineyards, grapes, and wines to vivid life.

Wine is truly the world in a glass, without the travel hassles. however, it can be overwhelming with differences in wine terminology and traditions. wine for beginners takes the guesswork out of any wine occasion, allowing you to decode wine culture for yourself, whether you are completely new to wine or you have some sipping experience. learn how to choose between different wine options, break down wine labels and wine speak, discover the art of food and wine pairing, enjoy wine-related activities, and more. wine for beginners is a lighthearted, yet informative must-read for any wine drinker. janelle jalbert is your personal wine coach, and takes the mystery out of one of the world's most consumed and cherished beverages. her simple and friendly approach to selecting, serving, and savoring all types of wine–without any snobbery–makes it easy to move from a beginner to a knowledgeable wine lover.

An all-inclusive, easy-to-use primer to all things wine want to learn about wine, but don't know where to start? wine all-in-one for dummies provides comprehensive information about the basics of wine in one easy-to-understand volume. combining the bestselling wine for dummies with our regional and specific wine titles, this book gives you the guidance you need to understand, purchase, drink and enjoy wine. you'll start at the beginning as you discover how wine is made. from there you'll explore grape varieties and vineyards, read labels and wine lists, and discover all the nuances of tasting wine. you'll see how to successfully store wine and serve it to your guests-and even build up an impressive collection of wine. plus, you'll find suggestions for perfect food pairings and complete coverage on wines from around the world. features wine tasting, serving, storing, collecting, and buying tips, all in a single authoritative volume includes information on california wines, as well as other domestic and foreign locations including the us, canada, france, italy, spain, portugal, germany, austria, hungary, greece, australia, new zealand, south africa, chile, and argentina. helps you choose the best vintage for your needs also covers champagne, sherry, and port wine ed mccarthy and mary ewing-mulligan are the authors of seven dummies books on wine including the bestselling wine for dummies, 4th edition, other contributing authors are recognized wine experts and journalists in australia, new zealand, and canada whether you're a wine novice or a budding sommelier, wine all-in-one for dummies is the one guide you need on your shelf to make your wine experience complete.

Many wine drinkers wish they knew more without having to understand every nuance or go to expensive wine tastings. in her new book, jancis robinson, the leading international authority on wine, grants the wishes of would-be wine experts the world over. with the 24-hour wine expert, anyone can learn all that is really important about wine in a single day. in her pithy, approachable, comprehensive guide, robinson shares her expertise with authority, wit, and approachability, tackling questions such as how to select the right bottle at retail, what wine labels signify, how to understand the properties of color and aroma, and how to match food and wine. robinson's proposition is irresistible: in just 24 hours, anyone can become a wine expert. so pour a glass and get reading note: the simulated wine stains on the cover of the book are a design element and are intentional.

From crushing grapes to bottling wine, this essential handbook enables the home winemaker to make informed decisions about ingredients, equipment, and the winemaking process. precise step-by-step instructions lead both novice and advanced winemakers through all of the important procedures, including selecting and working with new equipment, determining the best material for specific styles, analyzing the product, monitoring acidity levels, and common troubleshooting problems. using accessible charts and tables to offer detailed instructions for making pinot noir, port, and sparkling wines, this newly updated edition also covers often overlooked topics, such as ice wines and blending varieties.

At last, a wine book that makes selecting and enjoying wine truly simple. with renowned wine expert andrea immer as your guide, never again will you have to fear pricey bottles that don't deliver, snobby wine waiters, foreign terminology, or encyclopedic restaurant wine lists. you'll be able to buy or order wine with confidence-and get just the wine you want-by learning how the "big six" basic styles taste and how to read any wine label. andrea immer genuinely knows more about wine than most wine lovers could ever hope (or want) to learn. but she doesn't believe that you have to join a stuffy, exclusive wine-tasting set to become a savvy wine buyer. unlike other guides on the market, great wine made simple makes it easy to master the ins and outs of choosing a wine that you and your guests will love-on any budget. shunning yesterday's 100-point scales and lectures on "bouquet," great wine made simple explains wine in commonsense terms. featuring a core curriculum of the six grapes that comprise 80 percent of today's top-selling wines, along with a complete flavor map that explains what tastes you can expect from climates around the globe, great wine made simple uses easy and fun tasting lessons to help you identify what you like and learn how to spot it on a menu or shelf. immer reveals the secret weapons of wine experts and explains how to decipher those enigmatic labels. in her fresh, encouraging tones, she provides enlightening exercises (such as "milk tasting" for understanding variations in wine texture) and vocabulary sessions. on a mission to empower the everyday wine buyer, with great wine made simple immer creates a refreshing new way to choose the perfect wine forevery palate and occasion. "from the hardcover edition.

Wine has been a staple of tables around the world for more than 4,000 years and in that time has developed into one of the most widely recognized and highly cultivated beverages in nearly every civilization on earth. from the rice wines of asia to the grape wines of europe or honey wines of africa, wine is enjoyed by billions. for that reason, many people seek out ways to make and enjoy their own wine from the comfort of their homes, growing their own grapes and experimenting with a wide array of ingredients to facilitate one of the world s oldest domestic processes. yet, without the right instruction and resources, wine making can result in just another pile of sour grapes. this book walks every potential winemaker through every process necessary in creating and enjoying wine from the comfort of your own home. from the basics of distillation to the ingredients used, homemade wine can be on your table and wowing your guests in no time. you will learn all of the basics of home wine making, starting with the wide array of ingredients available to you, including grapes and berries. you will learn what all is required to start and operate a home winery and what you may be missing right now. the basic aspects of all red wines and white wines will be detailed for you, giving you every bit of information you need to fully understand how the body and bouquet of each wine is supposed to taste and feel. you will learn how the grapes are pressed and how long you must wait between the pressing, the addition of other ingredients, and the bottling of the wine. for this book, more than a hundred wine makers, winery owners, and home wine experts were interviewed to gain a general overview of how wine making is done, with details about the difference between each wine, the right mixture of ingredients, the better wine taste, and the testing and trying of new things in each bottle. you will learn how to measure and affect the sulfur dioxide levels in your wine and ultimately how to take control of every aspect of your wines, from taste to dryness to odor and color. everything you could possibly want to know about wine making and much more is presented in this complete guide for anyone with an eye for the hobby. atlantic publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in ocala, florida. founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâes garage, atlantic publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. atlantic publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.

At last, a wine book that makes selecting and enjoying wine truly simple. with renowned wine expert andrea immer as your guide, never again will you have to fear pricey bottles that don't deliver, snobby wine waiters, foreign terminology, or encyclopedic restaurant wine lists. you'll be able to buy or order wine with confidence-and get just the wine you want-by learning how the "big six" basic styles taste and how to read any wine label.andrea immer genuinely knows more about wine than most wine lovers could ever hope (or want) to learn. but she doesn't believe that you have to join a stuffy, exclusive wine-tasting set to become a savvy wine buyer. unlike other guides on the market, great wine made simple makes it easy to master the ins and outs of choosing a wine that you and your guests will love-on any budget.shunning yesterday's 100-point scales and lectures on "bouquet," great wine made simple explains wine in commonsense terms. featuring a core curriculum of the six grapes that comprise 80 percent of today's top-selling wines, along with a complete flavor map that explains what tastes you can expect from climates around the globe, great wine made simple uses easy and fun tasting lessons to help you identify what you like and learn how to spot it on a menu or shelf.immer reveals the secret weapons of wine experts and explains how to decipher those enigmatic labels. in her fresh, encouraging tones, she provides enlightening exercises (such as "milk tasting" for understanding variations in wine texture) and vocabulary sessions. on a mission to empower the everyday wine buyer, with great wine made simple immer creates a refreshing new way to choose the perfect wine for every palate and occasion.

At last, a wine book that makes selecting and enjoying wine truly simple. with renowned wine expert andrea immer as your guide, never again will you have to fear pricey bottles that don't deliver, snobby wine waiters, foreign terminology, or encyclopedic restaurant wine lists. you'll be able to buy or order wine with confidence-and get just the wine you want-by learning how the "big six" basic styles taste and how to read any wine label.andrea immer genuinely knows more about wine than most wine lovers could ever hope (or want) to learn. but she doesn't believe that you have to join a stuffy, exclusive wine-tasting set to become a savvy wine buyer. unlike other guides on the market, great wine made simple makes it easy to master the ins and outs of choosing a wine that you and your guests will love-on any budget.shunning yesterday's 100-point scales and lectures on "bouquet," great wine made simple explains wine in commonsense terms. featuring a core curriculum of the six grapes that comprise 80 percent of today's top-selling wines, along with a complete flavor map that explains what tastes you can expect from climates around the globe, great wine made simple uses easy and fun tasting lessons to help you identify what you like and learn how to spot it on a menu or shelf.immer reveals the secret weapons of wine experts and explains how to decipher those enigmatic labels. in her fresh, encouraging tones, she provides enlightening exercises (such as "milk tasting" for understanding variations in wine texture) and vocabulary sessions. on a mission to empower the everyday wine buyer, with great wine made simple immer creates a refreshing new way to choose the perfect wine for every palate and occasion.

Wine has been a staple of tables around the world for more than 4,000 years and in that time has developed into one of the most widely recognized and highly cultivated beverages in nearly every civilization on earth. from the rice wines of asia to the grape wines of europe or honey wines of africa, wine is enjoyed by billions. for that reason, many people seek out ways to make and enjoy their own wine from the comfort of their homes, growing their own grapes and experimenting with a wide array of ingredients to facilitate one of the world s oldest domestic processes. yet, without the right instruction and resources, wine making can result in just another pile of sour grapes. this book walks every potential winemaker through every process necessary in creating and enjoying wine from the comfort of your own home. from the basics of distillation to the ingredients used, homemade wine can be on your table and wowing your guests in no time. you will learn all of the basics of home wine making, starting with the wide array of ingredients available to you, including grapes and berries. you will learn what all is required to start and operate a home winery and what you may be missing right now. the basic aspects of all red wines and white wines will be detailed for you, giving you every bit of information you need to fully understand how the body and bouquet of each wine is supposed to taste and feel. you will learn how the grapes are pressed and how long you must wait between the pressing, the addition of other ingredients, and the bottling of the wine. for this book, more than a hundred wine makers, winery owners, and home wine experts were interviewed to gain a general overview of how wine making is done, with details about the difference between each wine, the right mixture of ingredients, the better wine taste, and the testing and trying of new things in each bottle. you will learn how to measure and affect the sulfur dioxide levels in your wine and ultimately how to take control of every aspect of your wines, from taste to dryness to odor and color. everything you could possibly want to know about wine making and much more is presented in this complete guide for anyone with an eye for the hobby. atlantic publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in ocala, florida. founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâes garage, atlantic publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. atlantic publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.

Smell is the most important sense in the perception of a wine and produces 80% of the tasting experience. make rapid progress in wine-tasting using the le nez du vin kits that allow you to train and enrich your olfactory memory and to better analyse the wines that you taste.this intermediate kit combines the aromas presented in the red wine and the white wine kit. these 24 aromas are directly linked to the molecular composition of red and white wine (including champagne) and memorising them provides an accurate and coherent vocabulary to further stimulate the appreciation of fine wines.

Veuve clicquot champagne epitomizes glamour, style, and luxury. but who was this young widow–the veuve clicquot–whose champagne sparkled at the courts of france, britain, and russia, and how did she rise to celebrity and fortune? cultural historian mazzeo brings to life the woman behind the iconic yellow label: barbe-nicole clicquot ponsardin. a young witness to the french revolution and a new widow during the chaotic years of the napoleonic wars, barbe-nicole defied convention by assuming–after her husband's death–the reins of the fledgling wine business they had nurtured, and became one of the world's first great businesswomen and one of the richest women of her time. this book provides a glimpse into the life of a daring and determined entrepreneur, a bold risk taker, and an audacious and intelligent woman who took control of her own destiny when fate left her on the brink of financial ruin.–from publisher description.

Ever wonder what wine to pair with something you had no intention of eating? as a professional sommelier, michele gargiulo has taken the time to pair something unusual, and inedible (hopefully, anyway), with a favorite beverage-wine. this book explores how to pair the personality and soul of different wines with well-known dog breeds. dogs have distinctive personalities-they vary based on breed and even by individual, just as wines vary year to year, location to location. wine is often taken too seriously, and many people still expect sommeliers to be older gentlemen who forgot how to smile sometime in the 80s. to make wine what it is truly about, happiness and fun, the author has expertly paired her picks with the creatures who are among the happiest and most fun in the world. cheers!

For courses in introduction to wine, wine appreciation, wine and food pairing and food and beverage operations. by emphasizing the basics of wine and the basics of food pairing techniques, it offers content that is relevant to novice and intermediate students and restaurateurs. thoroughly class-tested, it includes classic pairing combinations and principles that can be used with "world cuisine". colorful maps, practice quizzes and pronunciation guides help demystify the subject and guide readers through the maze of wine information.

Wine trails-united states and canada is perfect for travel enthusiasts with a passion for wine. it includes detailed itineraries recommending the most interesting wineries and the best places to stay and where to eat in 40 wine regions near major cities. winemakers offer personal insights into what wines to taste and why theyre special and help you understand a place its people and their traditions through the wine thats made there. entries are accompanied by gorgeous photos maps and in-the-know authors. about lonely planet lonely planet is a leading travel media company and the worlds number one travel guidebook brand providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. over the past four decades weve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated passionate global community of travellers. youll also find our content online on mobile video and in 14 languages 12 international magazines armchair and lifestyle books ebooks and more.

Demystify wine with this ultimate visual course for wine lovers think while you drink with wine a tasting course. a fresh take on the world of wine, showing you what you need to know and exploding wine myths. can't smell honeysuckle or taste tobacco? so what. wine a tasting course focuses on you, helping you to discover which wines you like and why. easy to understand, jargon-free and full of fun infographics, this no-nonsense book will help you to appreciate enjoying wine in everyday life, exploring talking, tasting and buying wine, before then covering grape varieties and regions. drink alongside your discoveries with fun wine tasting tests that cover wines from all over the world and learn key wine facts in "did you know" boxes. wine- a tasting course is perfect for anyone looking for a practical dynamic guide to wine tasting that focuses on enjoying and understanding wine for yourself, rather than for others.