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by Melissa Monosoff (Author)
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. Stuff Every Wine Snob Should Know covers the essentials every curious wine drinker needs to feel more confident choosing, tasting, serving, and talking about wine. Learn how wine is made, how to read a wine label, how to open and properly pour a bottle, which glassware to use, the best serving temperatures, and how to taste wine like a pro. Discover the truth about sulfites, explore organic, biodynamic, and kosher wines, and learn how to age and cellar bottles correctly. 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.- From a professional sommelier, learn how wine is made, understand essential terminology, decode wine labels, and explore different styles and regions
- Master glassware, serving temperatures, pouring, tasting techniques, storage, aging, and cellaring
- Learn the basics of pairing wine with meals and choosing the right bottle for different occasions
- Make sense of restaurant wine lists, ratings, wine tools, common problems, and the sometimes-confusing language of wine
- A pocket-sized gift for beginners, aspiring wine buffs, hosts, foodies, and curious drinkers
Pour a glass, learn the lingo, and build the confidence to choose, taste, pair, and enjoy wine like you know what you're doing.
Author Biography
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.
Number of Pages: 144
Dimensions: 0.6 x 5.8 x 3.7 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 06, 2018
