Download or read book Warning This Wine Tasting for Beginners Book Will Transform You Into a Wine Geek in No Time written by Rhian Lea and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-05-28 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: So you want to learn how to taste wine? Wine tasting for beginners like you is made stupidly simple in this guide book. This wine tasting guide book is redefined for the newcomers to wine tasting. In breaking down the tasting technique, this wine guide will teach you tips and tricks, as well as proper wine tasting etiquette, so you can be confident in your abilities to taste wine like the professionals at your next event. Not only will you be able to appear experienced, but you will also be equipped to sound like a wine expert with a handy brief on the language of wine tasting. If you desire to walk into your next wine tasting event or wine tasting party prepared and poised, drink in the helpful tips in this wine guide, and you can metamorphose from beginner to wine geek in just nine simple steps! Get the book now and i'll show you just how easy wine tasting is

Download or read book It s Time for Wine written by Ellen Blair and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-12 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you one of the many people who enjoys a nice glass of wine, but you don't know much about wine tasting?Do you wish you knew how to savor the flavors and aromas of your favorite wines?Do you want to understand better how wine is made, the grape varieties used, and how to pair the right wine with a meal?If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the book for you!This book will explain everything you need to know about wine, winemaking, and wine tasting. It will become your best guide to fully appreciating the wines you love. Specifically, you will discover all about the following topics:●How to get from grape to great (tasting wine, that is);●How to describe wine using the industry terminology;●The fabulous five: red, white, fortified, sparkling, and dessert;●The proper way to serve wine;●The health benefits of wine.This book will teach you about all that and more. You'll be the toast of the town with your new-found knowledge, and that's not all.You'll gain a new appreciation for how to fully savor the wine you love, how to identify which wines you prefer, and how to select the proper wine for any occasion.So, if you're ready to learn more about that magical elixir, pour an appropriately-shaped glass--oh, yes, you'll learn about that too--of your favorite vino then come on in. The wine's fine.There's no better time than right now to learn all about wine--you'll be the hit at your next dinner party with this wine guide by your side, so get started today!

Download or read book Wine Tasting Book for Beginners written by Rebecca Thomas and published by Booktango. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a fan of wine? Often find yourself scouring alcohol stores for new flavors to experiment with? Do you value wine for more than its intoxicating effect? In that case, this is the book for you. You will learn how to properly host wine tasting parties, social events dominated by the consumption of wine not for intoxication, but for the knowledge of the different processes preceding the final product and how each of those individual processes ?as well as circumstances ?contribute to the flavor of the wine. Not only will you learn how to identify properties of wine based only on sight, but you'll learn to truly appreciate the beverage for what it is, not what it does.

Download or read book Wine A Tasting Course written by and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-01-16 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Giving readers the confidence to discover, buy, and drink wines that they'll enjoy, Wine: A Tasting Course helps you explore and develop your palate in your own time and at your own pace. Offering a visual tour of wine styles, explaining the big-picture concepts, and encouraging readers to recognize the connections between wines, author Marnie Old, a renowned American sommelier, challenges all the stuffy orthodoxies about wine, and teaches that best way to learn is through tasting. Providing a fresh take on the world of wine, showing you what you need to know, and debunking wine-snob myths, Wine: A Tasting Course is the ultimate visual wine course for wine lovers seeking no-nonsense, practical information.

Download or read book Wine for Beginners written by Janelle Jalbert and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-21 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Wine written by Kenneth Fredrickson and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything you need to know about the fruit of the vine—From A to Zinfandel. If you enjoy wine—but can't articulate why—you're not alone! From terroir to global varieties, Wine: A Beginner's Guide breaks down the complex bouquets of winemaking and tasting into ways that are fun and easy to understand. Learn what really makes a cabernet sauvignon red. Taste how it's possible to detect a hint of leather, chocolate, or even rubber in a single sip. Confidently discuss the subtleties of different types of grapes with the guide that has everything you need to know to grow your love of wine. Wine: A Beginner's Guide includes: Taste right—The 4-Step process to tasting wine means you'll get the most flavor from every swish and swirl. Pour with poise—Handle a bottle of vino just right, with tips on proper serving temperature, glass style, and long-term storage. Perfect match—An entire chapter on pairing with food means you'll select a bottle that complements every meal. Uncork your inner sommelier and sip confidently with Wine: A Beginner's Guide.

Download or read book Mastering Wine written by Tom Maresca and published by Grove Press. This book was released on 1992 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A noted wine expert offers a step-by-step guide to the wines of the world and discusses such concepts as tannin, acid, bouquet, fruit, varietals, body, texture, and balance while explaining how individuals can educate their palate.

Download or read book Uncorked written by Paul Kreider and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2011-02-21 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easy, informative introduction to the world of wine If you love wine and are interested to learn more about it, Uncorked is the perfect tool to gain a straightforward understanding of the essentials of wine, allowing you to enjoy wine and be at ease in any setting. This entertaining guide is presented in an easy-to-understand format, covering topics on everything from the winemaking process, wine vocabulary, and red wine versus white wine, to tasting and selecting wines for any occasion. With a helpful glossary and brief topic-by-topic chapters, this accessible, snobbery-free guide is the perfect companion for purchasing wines and navigating your way skillfully at parties, dinners, wine tastings, wine shops, and more. Learn how to: Understand the origins of wine and the process of making it Know and speak the language of wine with terms like tannins, oaks, residual sugar, dry, medium- and full-bodied, and more Properly taste and drink wines Choose wines to complement foods Save money by making choices that suit your palate

Download or read book Complete Wine Tasting and Pairing Guide for Beginners written by David S. James and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-11-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If "bouquet", "opulent", "unctuous", and other fancy terms used to describe a wine make you confused and feeling clueless, then this book is for you. If you have no idea how to select a wine, how to read the label on a wine bottle, how to pair wine with food, then this book is definitely for you. The "Complete Wine Tasting and Pairing Guide for Beginners" makes selecting, tasting and pairing wine with food very simple. Written for beginners, you will never have to worry about condescending waiters, spending lots of money on wines that don't meet your expectations, or any of the weird terminology of wines. You will discover everything you need in order to purchase and select a bottle of wine with confidence, and get the right wine that goes perfectly with the food you want. The Rules of Thumb presented inside will give you the knowledge you need to choose the perfect bottle of wine each and every time. The books goes into more detail, giving examples of wines that can be paired with each type of food, such as pork, poultry, cheese, pasta and even desserts. For example, White Riesling, Port or Cabernet should go perfectly with chocolates. While traveling around the world, visiting many vineyards across Europe, David has learned a lot about the intricate and amazing world of wine, and in his book, he shares his knowledge in an easy to understand, fun and down-to-earth style so that even the most inexperienced wine enthusiast can learn from it. The "Complete Wine Tasting and Pairing Guide for Beginners" is the book that will help you become the wine expert your friends and family will look up to. Take advantage of the Special Discount Price and Grab your copy today!

Download or read book Wine For Dummies written by Ed McCarthy and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you up to date on today's wine scene? Wine For Dummies, 6th Edition reveals what's in, what's out, and what's new in wine. With new and revised content, this edition of the popular Wine For Dummies text takes you on a tour of emerging and old world wine regions, showcasing the varieties and styles you need to know to stay up to date on today's wine scene. In addition to highlighting wines themselves, this approachable resource offers insight into wine shops, supermarket wine selections, wine and food pairings, vintage charts, and price guidelines. For the aspiring wine aficionado, the text offers expert advice on buying, collecting, and rating wines—and can direct you in updating your personal collection through its thorough guidance. Wine has, for generations, been an important part of culture and society around the world. Over time, trends in wine change—as do the ways in which it is created, celebrated, and enjoyed. Exploring today's wine trends is a great way to learn more about and appreciate different cultures—and let's be honest: educational value aside, wine tastes amazing. Understand different grape varieties and varying wine styles Read wine lists and labels, and understand how to use them to make the right purchases Pair your wine with food in a way that will bring out the best flavors in all aspects of your meal Explore how to best select, store, open, pour, and enjoy your wine Wine For Dummies, 6th Edition provides you with the information you need to confidently navigate today's wine scene!

Download or read book A Little Course in Wine Tasting written by David Williams (Wine correspondent) and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2013 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simply everything you need to know to learn something new; a practical and inspirational course in learning how to appreciate wineEver wanted to learn more about wine but don't know where to begin? Take the first step with A Little Course in Wine, part of a new series of learning guides from DK where nothing is assumed and everything is explained. Learn at your own pace, in your own time and in the comfort of your own home. Each course follows the same structure; start simple and learn the basics, build on what you've learnt and then show off your new skills!A Little Course in Wine takes you from complete beginner to being able to identify and appreciate wine. Start simple with the differences between key wines, build on your skills with tasting sessions on different grape varieties and show off with wines from different climates and regions. The step-by-step pictures show you what other courses only tell you and the practice moves keep you on the right track. A Little Course in Wine will help you learn your new skill in no time.

Download or read book Wine Isn t Rocket Science written by Ophelie Neiman and published by Black Dog & Leventhal. This book was released on 2017-04-25 with total page 764 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully illustrated and highly informative guide is an exciting introduction to the world of wine for anyone who has ever wanted to learn but didn't know where to begin. Rocket science is complicated, wine doesn't have to be! With information presented in an easy, illustrated style, and chock-full of the fool-proof and reliable knowledge of a seasoned oenophile, Wine Isn't Rocket Science is the guide you always wished existed. From how grapes are grown, harvested and turned into wine, to judging the color, aroma, and taste of the world's most popular varietals (wine made from a particular grape), to understanding terroir and feeling confident ordering and serving wine at any occasion, this book explains it all in the simplest possible way. Every page, every piece of information, and every detail is illustrated in charming and informative four-color drawings that explain concepts at a glance. Includes detailed information on a vast array of varietals that will help transform a beginner into a connoisseur.

Download or read book Wine All the Time written by Marissa A. Ross and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-06-27 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Can I just be Marissa, please? I want to be hilarious and sexy and smart and insanely knowledgeable about wine.” —Mindy Kaling A fresh, fun, and unpretentious guide to wine from Marissa A. Ross, official wine columnist for Bon Appétit. Does the thought of having to buy wine for a dinner party stress you out? Is your go-to strategy to pick the bottle with the coolest label? Are you tired of choosing pairings based on your wallet, instead of your palate? Fear not! Bon Appétit wine columnist and Wine. All The Time. blogger Marissa A. Ross is here to help. In this utterly accessible yet comprehensive guide to wine, Ross will walk you through the ins and outs of wine culture. Told in her signature comedic voice, with personal anecdotes woven in among its lessons, Wine. All the Time. will teach you to sip confidently, and make you laugh as you're doing it. In Wine. All The Time., you’ll learn how to: • Describe what you’re drinking, and recognize your preferences • Find the best bottle for you budget and occasion • Read and understand what’s written on a wine label • Make the perfect pairings between what you’re drinking and what you’re eating • Throw the best damn dinner party your guests will ever attend • And much more

Download or read book Buying and Serving Wine In A Day For Dummies written by Ed McCarthy and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-07-03 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wine basics in a day? Easy. Wine can be an intimidating topic, but doesn't have to be—and this handy little guide gives you just what you need to buy and serve wine with confidence. Buying & Serving Wine In A Day For Dummies covers everything from navigating wine shops, lists, and varietals to opening and serving wine properly. Plus, you'll get tips and advice for storing both unopened and leftover wine. Navigating wine shops and restaurant wine lists How to open a bottle, choose a glass, and serve the wine Serving temperatures for wine, and guidelines for storing leftover wine Understanding more about wine from its label Online component takes readers beyond the book with bonus content and features Get set to impress your friends with your newfound knowledge in no time!

Download or read book Great Wine Made Simple written by Andrea Robinson and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2010-11-03 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The updated edition of the classic introduction to wine for everyone, by Master Sommelier Andea Immer Robinson. Great Wine Made Simple established Andrea Immer Robinson as America’s favorite wine writer. Avoiding the traditional and confusingly vague wine language of “bouquet” and “nose,” it instead discussed wine in commonsense terms. Now, thoroughly revised, this edition lives up to its title by making selecting and enjoying wine truly straightforward. You will never again 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 the “Big Six” basic styles (which comprise 80 percent of today’s top-selling wines), how they taste, how to read any wine label, and how to pick a wine off a restaurant menu. Ten new flavor maps show what to expect from climates around the world. A refreshing blend of in-depth knowledge and accessibility, Great Wine Made Simple is a welcome resource for those who are intrigued by wine but don’t know where to start and makes it easy to master the ins and outs of choosing a wine that you and your guests will love—on any budget.

Download or read book The Evaluation of Wine written by John R. Fischer and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wine is a creative work of art that requires a measure of skill and knowledge to be fully appreciated. This book will provide you with the expertise necessary to evaluate and fully enjoy a wine. It is designed for individuals who are seriously interested in becoming competent wine tasters. This is a unique book. There is not another book in the marketplace that will furnish you with such an extensive spectrum of information regarding the art of wine tasting. After reading this book you will discover a new way to envision wine—one that utilizes your senses of sight, taste, smell, and feel. You will be able to evaluate a wine on its merits rather than relying on pure sybaritic sentiments. This new insight into the artistry of wine will bring you great satisfaction and many hours of pleasure, and wine will become an important part of your life. A chapter dealing with matching wine with food will show you how simple it is to make wine-food pairings once you have a solid understanding about the nature of wine.

Download or read book Tastes Like Purple written by Kristia Freeman and published by Wheatmark, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tastes Like Purple was written for all the wine lovers author Kristia Freeman has met over the years. Some were new to the wine world, others very well versed, but all started at the same place: with their first sip. This book breaks down everything there is to know about the basics of wine and the wine industry. It makes the subject fun and leaves readers wanting to learn more. It even gives readers a leg up on dealing with those snobby know-it-alls who make others feel bad about their personal taste or lack of experience. But most of all, it helps readers develop their own palate -- instead of adapting to someone else's.