Exploring Wine: The Culinary Institute of America's Complete Guide to Wines of the World.

by Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith, Michael A. Weiss
Hardcover - 720 pages 1 edition (November 6, 1995) John Wiley & Sons; ISBN: 0471286265 ; Dimensions (in inches): 1.51 x 11.19 x 8.85 There is not another book that simultaneously serves both the public and the profession--Exploring Wine makes the leap with grace and style." --Martin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher, Wine Spectator, New York, NY In this beautifully written book, the experts who train today's leading chefs and sommeliers take you on a glorious grand tour of the wines of the world. This enthralling guide thoroughly demystifies wine, a topic that can intimidate even the most urbane reader. From the basics of wine production to the nuances of wine service, you'll explore the history, culture, romance, science, and the business of wine. In addition, Exploring Wine includes chapters on wine lists and marketing, as well as purchasing and the storage of wines. Whether you've collected books on wine for years, or this is your first, you'll treasure Exploring Wine. Its clarity, warmth, practicality, and encyclopedic breadth make it a basic reference for anyone who enjoys wine. (Amazon.com)
ISBN	0471286265