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The
Wall Street Journal Guide to Wine
by Dorothy J. Gaiter, John Brecher
Now completely updated and
expanded, this unique guide to finding and savoring the
world's best wine--compiled by the authors of the immensely
popular "Tastings" column in "The Wall Street Journal"--includes
recommendations for excellent buys in all price ranges,
for all palates and occasions, sprinkled with the authors'
poignant anecdotes and down-to-earth commentary. Line drawings
throughout.
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Wine
from Grape to Glass
by Jens Priewe
This guide helps wine lovers
understand how their favorite wines are grown and produced
and how best to savor them. Priewe provides a key to the
complex language of wine, illuminates the science of wine
making, examines the best wines in the world, and explains
the intricacies of wine tasting. 1,000 color illustrations.
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Making
Sense of Wine
by Matt Kramer
Since its first publication
in 1989, Matt Kramer's extraordinarily accessible guide
to wine has become a classic. Where others talk jargon about
centrifuges and acidity levels, Kramer talks about wine
itself. The result is an enriching experience that goes
far beyond knowing how to read a label or impress a waiter.
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Oz
Clarke's New Wine Atlas: Wines and Wine Regions of the World
by Oz Clarke
Through its unique cartography--more
than 75 spectacular, hand-painted panoramic maps--and Clarke's
lively and opinionated prose, this revolutionary atlas illustrates
and explains the vital connections between the land, the
winemaker, and the wine. Full color. Maps & photos.
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The
Wines of Bordeaux: Vintages and Tasting Notes 1952-2003
by Clive Coates
An authoritative, comprehensive
guide to one of the world's most important wine regions
by a leading expert and commentator on French wine. This
book expands on our previous Grands Vins by including a
much broader range of producers and includes up-to-date
vintage assessments (through 2003) and detailed tasting
notes through 2000 vintage.
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Great
Wine Made Simple: Sommelier
by Andrea Immer
Andrea Immer, the young,
hip Master Sommelier and corporate director of beverage
programs for Starwood Hotels and Resorts, cuts through all
the wines peak to help people learn more about wine. With
her inimitable style, humor, and candor, America's top wine
maven shows readers how to buy, drink, and enjoy wine.
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Wine
Science: Principles, Practice, Perception
by Ron S. Jackson
The second edition of Wine
Science: Principles, Practice, Perception updates the reader
with current processes and methods of wine science, including
an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of various
new grape cultivated clones, wine yeast strains, and malolactic
bacteria. It also addresses current research in wine consumption
as related to health. The many added beautiful color photographs,
graphs, and charts help to make the sophisticated techniques
described easily understandable. This book is an essential
part of a any library.
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Bordeaux:
A Consumer's Guide to the World's Finest Wines
by Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Parker's phenomenally successful
first book, which established him as "the most influential
wine writer in the world today" (Los Angeles Times), now
completely updated. It is also expanded to contain discussions
of 100 more chateaux and tasting notes for 1,000 more wines.
Decorative art and maps.
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Discovering
Wine
by Joanna Simon
Spectacular graphics and
a fresh, original--and female--voice make this the most
attractive, entertaining, and comprehensive introductory
book on wines available today. Simon dispels the mystique
surrounding wine and provides crucial tips for enjoying
every glass to the fullest. 259 full-color photos; 21 drawings;
11 charts.
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A
History of Wine in America: From Prohibition to the Present
by Thomas Pinney
The definitive scholarly
history of winemaking in America from Prohibition through
Repeal, the modern wine revolution in California, and all
the fads and trends from Cold Duck to cult wines.
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A
Companion to California Wine
by Charles L. Sullivan
Sullivan's encyclopedic handbook
traces the Golden State's wine industry from its mission
period and Gold Rush origins down to last year's planting
and vintage statistics--a complete reference, in handy A
to Z format. 75 photos plus maps & tables.
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The
Vintner's Art: How Great Wines Are Made
by Hugh Johnson, James Halliday
For anyone who has savored
the taste of a fine wine and wondered just how that special
quality was achieved, The Vintner's Art has the answers.
From the world's foremost writer on wine and a leading wine
maker, this entertaining text is as stimulating and pleasing
as a sip of fine wine. Illustrated.
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Larousse
Encyclopedia of Wine
by Christopher Foulkes
With hundreds of full-color
photos, maps, and drawings, this spectacular book surveys
the incredible diversity of wines that are available today.
Background information about the history of wine, how to
choose the right wine for each food, how wine is made, a
tour of vineyards all over the world, and the intricacies
of wine etiquette are provided.
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The
World's Greatest Wine Estates: A Modern Perspective
by Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Called "the world's most
powerful wine critic" ("Sam Francisco Chronicle"), Parker
presents his first illustrated book--a gorgeously designed
guide to the world's greatest wine estates, filled with
full-color maps, photos, and images of wine labels.
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Christie's
World Encyclopedia of Champagne & Sparkling Wine
by Tom Stevenson
The first in-depth guide
to sparkling wines of the world from Champagne to California,
Italy to Australia and beyond. A fascinating first section
describes the history of sparkling wine and proves beyond
any doubt that it was the English rather than the French
who first produced a fizzy wine. The main body of the encyclopedia
is devoted to profiles of the world's sparkling wine producers
accompanied by tasting notes, recommendations for drinking
and good value for your money. Another section lists the
author's personal selection of sparkling wines to drink
for the Millennium.
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Oxford
Companion: Wines of North America
by Bruce Cass, Jancis Robinson
This book illuminates the
major techniques, variations, and key players on the Canadian,
American, and Mexican wine scene for the first time in one
comprehensive volume. General editor Cass and wine expert
Robinson weave the knowledge of wine academics and writers
from across America into a compelling set of introductory
essays on the distinguishing features of North American
wines. 24 color plates.
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The
New France: Guide to French Wine
by Andrew Jefford
This groundbreaking book
not only covers all of France's 14 wine regions, but also
includes full-color maps for each one with unrivaled cartographic
detail. Over 150 specially commissioned color and b&w photos
illustrate the secrets and inspiration of France's wine
landscapes and its personalities.
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Exploring
Wine: The Culinary Institute of America's Guide to Wines
of the World
by Steven Koplan, Michael A. Weiss,
Tim Mondavi
Designed for both serious
and amateur wine buyers, this lively guide demystifies every
aspect of wine. It explores wines, country-by-country, and
provides coverage on pairing food and wine and how to purchase,
store, and serve wine. Illustrations.
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The Italian Wine Guide:
The Definitive Guide to Touring, Sourcing, and Tasting
Touring Club of Italy
The wines of Italy are a
delightful part of any visit to the Bel Paese, and "The
Italian Wine Guide" is the ultimate bible of Italian vino.
This practical handbook offers current information on wineries,
tours, and tastings throughout Italy, plus listings for
over 1,900 wine stores. 60+ maps & itineraries.
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The
World of Wine: The World Atlas of Wine/The Story of Wine
by Hugh Johnson, Jancis Robinson
This luxury box-set includes
two best selling wine books by the two foremost wine writers
on the subject. "The World Atlas of Wine" is an indispensable
wine book for novice and expert alike, and "The Story of
Wine" has been heralded as one of the most comprehensive
books on wine.
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