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The Wine Book: Change the Way You Think About Wine

The Wine Book: Change the Way You Think About Wine

by Matthew Jukes (Author)

  • Used

    Hardcover 2005

    $3.25

  • Used

    Paperback 2007

    $3.25
Synopsis

In THE WINE LIST Matthew Jukes's tells us the best 250 wines on the market. In THE WINE BOOK the 'palate of the people' goes behind the scenes to show us the bigger picture. You know which of the 250 are your favourite wines - but why? What's in the bottle and where has it come from? As well as all the key information about grape varieties, how to taste and the methods of wine making around the world, there is unique and extensive coverage of each wine region. Written in Matthew's trademark readable style, he demystifies the pomp and ceremony surrounding the world of wine and helps the modern wine drinker navigate through it. Learn how to make the most of the wine you buy simply by knowing what to look for on the label.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 320
 Publisher: Headline Book Publishing
Published: 03 Oct 2005
ISBN 10: 0755313674
ISBN 13: 9780755313679

Media Reviews
'If all else fails, drink away your troubles - but do it in style with advice from a man who avoids jargon and know his chardonnay from his sauvignon blanc' -- Daily Mail 20051120 'An essential guide for people who know nothing aobut wine but also those who consider themselves experts but still want to know more' -- Concept for Living 20051201 'In light-hearted, easy-reading language Daily Mail columnist Jukes shares how grapes are grown, how wine is made, and what influences factors such as colour, style, and production. Countries and regions fill the second half, with Jukes' personal wine recommendations included. A funky Wine Diet logo pops up to broaden your wine choices within the safety of what you are used to drinking. Wine and food matching, how to hosta tasting, how to read a label - it's all there and all without distraction: no arty pictures, historical tributes or jargon (unless immediately explained)' -- Wine International 20051201
Author Bio
Over 8 million Daily Mail readers share a selection of wines with Matthew every week. He has won the International Wine and Spirit Competition's Trophy for Communicator of the Year, is the wine buyer for London's Bibendum restaurant - winner of the Carlton Food and Drink Award for The Most Outstanding Wine List 2003. He writes an on-line newsletter www.expertwine.com and his 2002, 2003 and 2004 editions of THE WINE LIST were the UK's bestselling wine guides.