Stuff Every Wine Snob Should Know
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Stuff Every Wine Snob Should Know

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Anyone can become a wine expert with this funny, pocket-sized guide full of essential tips and trivia—from hosting your own wine tasting to picking the perfect bottle for a BYOB. The perfect gift for casual wine lovers and aspiring sommeliers alike! Wine may be one of the world’s oldest beverages, but it’s never been a better time to pour a glass. Whether you prefer robust reds or crisp, zippy whites, you’ll find lots to drink in in this pocket-sized guide packed with information for wine enthusiasts of every variety.   Seasoned sommeliers and newbie wine fans will learn things like:   • Expert wine tasting techniques • Which glassware to use and when • How to master wine and food pairings • How to build a wine collection (without a fancy cellar!) • How to open a bottle of wine when no one brought a corkscrew • How to bring the perfect wine for any occasion • Plus, guides to wine lingo and price points for every budget!   Packaged in a small, handy size, this entertaining guide is perfect for quick-reference or casual browsing—and makes a great gift for the wine drinkers in your life. Sante!

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Weight 0.16 kg
Dimensions 1.5 × 9.35 × 15.27 cm
PubliCanadanadation City/Country

USA
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Format

Hardback
Language

Pages

144
Publisher

Year Published

2018-2-6
Imprint

ISBN 10

1683690192
About The Author

Melissa Monosoff is a sommelier, restaurant consultant, and wine and spirits educator. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, she served wine for years in some of Philadelphia’s top restaurants before relocating to Texas, where she now lives and works.

“Makes for a great coffee table book.” —Delish
Excerpt From Book

INTRODUCTION WINE BASICS Highlights from Wine History Terms Every Wine Snob Should Know The Life Cycle of a Grapevine How the Vineyard Affects the Wine From Grape to Glass: How Wine Is Made Know Your Grapes: White Know Your Grapes: Red Wine and Grape Varieties Cheat Sheet Dry vs. Sweet Wines Why You Should Love Wine Blends How Wine Is Aged Vintage 101 How Champagne (and Other Bubbly) Gets Its Sparkle Why Does Wine Get So Expensive? Special Labels: Kosher, Organic, and Biodynamic Wine The Truth about Sulfites DRINK UP How to Read a Wine Label How to Open a Wine BottleGlassware 101 How to Pour a Proper Glass of Wine The Perfect Serving Temperature for Any Style How to Taste Wine Like a Pro How to Age and Cellar Wine How to Navigate a Restaurant Wine List How to Pair Wine with Food 6 Classic Wine Cocktails LIVING YOUR WINE SNOB LIFE How to Host a Wine Tasting Party How to Bring the Perfect Wine for Any Occasion 9 Handy Wine Tools Stains, Souring, and Split Corks: Wine Troubleshooting The Truth about Reviews and Ratings How to Become a Sommelier Wines of the World 10 World-Class Wine Travel Destinations 10 Wines Sommeliers Love ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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