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Food & Wine Wine Guide 2010  by Food and Wine editors
Divided into two major sections, this title includes: Old & New World, each wine organized alphabetically by country with ratings for over 1,000 wonderful wines from major wine-producing regions around the world. Recommended wines cover various price ranges, with an emphasis on ones that offer the best value for the dollar

Paperback,  320 pp,  $18.95. Buy now

Wine All-in-one for Dummies  by Consumer Dummies
This is 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, y

Paperback,  696 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Hugh Johnson’s Wine Companion: The Encyclopaedia of Wines, Vineyards and Winemakers  by Hugh Johnson
“Hugh Johnson’s Wine Companion” presents a unique approach to wine and wine producers, combining detailed background information with practical advice on how to enjoy wine to the full. Already praised for its wealth of information, the book has been extensively revised and updated by Stephen Brook, with over 70 per cent of the content changed, to take account of the latest developments in the fast-changing world of wine, be they human, cultural, or geographic. Colour maps and photographs and detailed glossaries of the wines of each region are just two of the additions for this exciting new edition.

Hardback,  720 pp,  $79.99. Buy now

Wine Class  by Jo Burzynska
Wine Class is an entertaining and informative guide to wine that aims to equip the reader with the confidence to hold their own, discover what they like and understand wine. Brimming with amusing anecdotes and myth debunking, the book is based on Jo Burzynska’s popular Adventures in Wine classes. It examines the key factors that affect wine – the influence of region, the key grape varieties, the winemaker, plus key wine recommendations in a variety of price brackets, to illustrate what Jo is discussing. It is aimed at beginners, but has a depth that ensures that those with some wine experience will also find it of use and should particularly appeal to a female readership. Jo will be widely recognised through her weekly section in the Herald

Paperback,  256 pp,  $36.95. Buy now

The Basic Basics Wine Handbook  by Richard Kitowski and Jocelyn Klemm
Helps you learn how wine is made, where it’s made, what it should taste like, and which wines go with which food. This handbook takes you step by step through the essentials using a system of icons, and also helps you decide what wine to buy and how to keep it

Paperback,  200 pp,  $16.99. Buy now

How to Drink  by Victoria Moore
In the past few decades many of us have become foodies, but our new focus on flavour has been dominated by what we eat. In How to Drink Victoria Moore aims to redress the balance, by explaining how to drink well at all times of day, on all occasions, and across every season. Here are recipes for mint juleps in the spring, sloe gin in the autumn, hot buttered rum in the winter and year round showstoppers, including the world’s best G&T.; Moore imparts invaluable advice on creating a drinks store cupboard, the best brands of spirits, how to make perfect ice, and how glass shape affects taste. How to Drink is unique among drinks books – neither a garish cocktail guide, nor an intimidating wine book. It’s a hugely readable and beautiful handbook

,   $39.99. Buy now

California Wine for Dummies  by Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan
This is a tasteful guide for California wine novices and connoisseurs alike. California accounts for over 90 percent of the total U.S. wine production – about two of every three bottles sold. California Wine For Dummies presents the latest information on California wines and the regions where they are produced, such as Sonoma, Napa, and Monterey. The book gives readers the knowledge they need to appreciate California wines, select a good bottle at a store or restaurant, find bargains, and pair wines with food.It also explains why some regions are renowned for wines made from specific grape varietals, and offers tips on how to get the most out of winery visits. Ed McCarthy, CWE (Baldwin, NY), is a regular contributor to Wine Enthusiast and T

Paperback,  288 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Teach Yourself Choosing the Right Wine  by Beverley Blanning
Whatever your budget, this book demystifies the world of wine and gives you confidence in every situation. This unique blend of insight and information will show you how you can learn to really love wine, on any budget. You will learn about the major grape varieties, the key countries and the essential terminology more importantly, you will learn how to develop your tastes, and how to select and buy wines that you really like. Not only will you develop a genuine enjoyment of wine, you will also discover the practicalities of buying, storing and serving, allowing you to feel confident on every occasion, and to enjoy your wines for many years to come.

Paperback,  224 pp,  $22.99. Buy now

Is This Bottle Corked?  by Kathleen Burk and Michael Bywater
What was Falstaff drinking when he called for more sack? What did they actually drink at Plato’s Symposium? Why does Bridget Jones drink Chardonnay? Why do we drink to forget (and why doesn’t it work)? All these and many other intriguing questions will be answered in Is this Bottle Corked? As much for bon vivants and those of us who just enjoy a good glass or two as for the committed oenophile, this book is guaranteed to provide readers with a ‘Yes, but did you know …’ for every time a cork is drawn.

,  272 pp,  $32.95. Buy now

The Wine Snob’s Dictionary  by David Kamp and David Lynch
Wine Snob. The very phrase seems redundant, doesn’t it? When faced with this snobbiest of snobberies, the civilian wine enthusiast needs the help of savvy translators like David Kamp and David Lynch. Their Wine Snob’s Dictionary delivers witty explication of both old-school oeno-obsessions (What’s claret? Who’s Michael Broadbent?) and such new-wave terms as malolactic fermentation and fruit bomb. Featuring ripe, luscious, full-bodied illustrations by Snob’s Dictionary stalwart Ross MacDonald, The Wine Snob’s Dictionary is as heady and sparkling as a vintage Taittinger, only much less expensive… and much more giggle-inducing. Cheers!

Paperback,  111 pp,  $18.95. Buy now

Wine at Your Fingertips  by Jennifer D. Frank
Make it a very good year for your wine cellar. Unless you are a wine expert with years of tasting experience, the dozens of varieties, the globalization of vineyards, and the wide range of prices can make a trip to the wine shop daunting. Now, sommelier and seasoned wine expert Jennifer D. Frank distills the mysteries and pleasures of wine for every kind of wine lover from novice to connoisseur. Explains every aspect of the wine world without snobbery or jargon, including basic types, food pairing, storage, and buying for your budget. Reference made easy with thumb tabs and clear organization. Concise, easy-to-understand information.

Paperback,  400 pp,  $29.95. Buy now

Bottlenotes Guide to Wine  by Alyssa Rapp
Based on one of the Web site’s most popular tasting events, this book takes readers on a journey through time and today’s vineyards. Combining essential information about wine, a primer about the different categories and a regional guide, what more could a wine-lover want? Inspiring wine drinkers to expand their knowledge base and explore their taste preferences. Bottlenotes looks at the most interesting wine spots, including: Napa, California Italy Australia Lebanon Israel China South Africa Chile and others. The wine world is multicultural and international. In order to stay in the game, it’s important to learn from those in the know and the folks at Bottlenotes are here to help. US title.

,  246 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Wine Basics  by Tara Q. Thomas
From grape lover to grape aficionado, the possibilities of learning about and buying wine have expanded and so has The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Wine Basics with a new edition. Here, readers can get their hands on new information such as ordering hard-to-find wine online, discussing the newest and most popular labels and vintages, and understanding the biggest trend in wine today, environmentally conscious wines and winemaking. Readers will find: *Essentials about the winemaking process, key terms, tips for tasting, and buying advice *Organic, biodynamic and natural winemaking *Winemaking in states other than California, Oregon, and Washington *Regions gaining popularity, such as South Africa, Eastern Europe, and Portugal

Paperback,  386 pp,  $26.95. Buy now

Wine Wise  by Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith and Michael A. Weiss and others
WineWise is a must-have for anyone seeking the knowledge and confidence to select and enjoy great wines. It will give readers a basic introduction to wine: how to select different varieties and identify their flavors, how to read wine labels, and how to identify grapes from wine-growing regions all over the world. The interior of this title features detailed maps, examples of wine labels, and hundreds of four-color photos. Chapters include Enjoying Wine, White Grapes, Red Grapes, Living with Wine, Wine and Food, and Wine in Restaurants, as well as chapters on wine-growing regions from France, Italy, and Germany to California and New York State to South America, Australia, Spain, and Portugal.

,  368 pp,  $37.95. Buy now

Andrew Jeffords Wine Course  by Andrew Jefford
Andrew Jefford’s Wine Course is written with warmth, wit and a deep love of the subject. It unfolds in 20 projects, so you learn the essentials in a helpful order. The first part, The Tools, introduces you to the kit you’ll need for tasting and thinking about wine, including glasses and the colours of key wine types. You’ll learn how to choose wine and make tasting notes. The Elements explains wine’s components. Andrew profiles the Magnificent Seven grapes: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Pinot Noir, plus more from the vine family, and profiles the role of the winemaker in shaping the finished product.

Hardback,  176 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

Red Wine: Discovering, Exploring, Enjoying  by Jonathan Ray
This is an invaluable introduction to red wine that will give you the information to approach any bottle with total confidence. The enormous choice of bottles on the supermarket or off-licence shelf may seem daunting at first, but with this little book you will soon pick up the basic facts and be on your way to an in-depth knowledge of the wonderful world of red wine. Jonathan Ray considers all the important grape varieties – from Cabernet Sauvignon to Merlot, and from Nebbiolo to Zinfandel – describing their character, quirks and qualities. He also reveals the secrets of deciphering wine labels and explains the best ways to store, serve and taste wine.

Hardback,  64 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

White Wine  by Jonathan Ray
This is an invaluable introduction to white wine that will give you the information to approach any bottle with total confidence. The enormous choice of bottles on the supermarket or off-licence shelf may seem daunting at first, but with this little book you will soon pick up the basic facts and be on your way to an in-depth knowledge of the wonderful world of white wine. Jonathan Ray considers all the important grape varieties – from Chardonnay to Sauvignon Blanc, and from Riesling to Viognier – describing their character, quirks and qualities. He also reveals the secrets of deciphering wine labels and explains the best ways to store, serve and taste wine.

,  61 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

Red, White, and Drunk All Over  by Natalie MacLean
Natalie MacLean spent three years sipping her way through sun-drenched vineyards and cobwebbed cellars to bring us this witty, knowledgeable book about the world of wine. In the ancient vineyards of Burgundy, she uncovers the secrets of Pinot Noir, then moves on to the labyrinthine cellars of Champagne to examine the mystique of luxury bubbly. She compares notes with novelist Jay McInerney at a bacchanalian dinner, goes undercover as a sommelier in a five-star restaurant, and explores the influence of powerful critics Jancis Robinson and Robert Parker. You may have a head for wine, but Red, White and Drunk All Over will show you its heart.

Paperback,  288 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

Grape vs. Grain  by Charles W. Bamforth
Why is wine considered more sophisticated even though the production of beer is much more technologically complex? Why is wine touted for its health benefits when beer has more nutrition value? Why does wine conjure up images of staid dinner parties while beer denotes screaming young partiers? Charles Bamforth explores several paradoxes involving beer and wine, paying special attention to the culture surrounding each. He argues that beer can be just as grown-up and worldly as wine and be part of a healthy, mature lifestyle. Both beer and wine have histories spanning thousands of years. This books their histories, technologies, and markets, and the effect that they have on human health and nutrition.

,  224 pp,  $40.95. Buy now

The Geography of Wine  by Brian J. Sommers
A fun and fascinating examination of a vineyards geography, this book takes connoisseurs–and would-be connoisseurs–on a tour of wine regions and explains the principles geographers use to understand the critical factors that make up the wine character of a place. Illustrated

Paperback,  320 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

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