Written by the experts who train today′s leading chefs and sommeliers, this invaluable guide thoroughly demystifies wine, from the basics of wine production to the nuances of wine lists, wine marketing, and wine service. Revised to reflect the many recent changes in the worldwide wine industry, the Second Edition of this critically acclaimed guide features an expanded American wines section, coverage of the latest developments in Italian wine and the new face of German and South American wine trades, and more.
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"...lively guide..." (New Yorker, 10 December 2001)
"...lively guide..." ( New Yorker, 10 December 2001)
"Like a wine meant to be drunk young, this book can be enjoyed now; like a wine that improves with age, this book will impart knowledge and give pleasure for years to come." Tim Mondavi, Managing Partner and Winegrower, Robert Mondavi Winery
"A must–have resource for the weekend novice drinker and the everyday tasting professional." Joseph Bastianich, Restaurateur, Babbo, Esca, Lupa, Becco, Lidia’s Kansas City, and Lidia’s Pittsburgh; Proprietor, Italian Wine Merchants; Owner, Bastianich Winery
"A large jewel and a classic. I intend to use it as a reference and for inspiration. SALUTE!" Piero Selvaggio, Proprietor, Valentino, Los Angeles and Las Vegas
"One of the most intelligent, most easily understood books on the subject of winegrowing that I have ever used." Scott Mcleod, Wine Maker, Niebaum–Coppola Estate Winery, Napa Valley, California
"When I’m looking for precise, in–depth information about the wines of the world, I always turn to this awesome team. This weighty tome is a must for every wine lover’s reference shelf." David Rosengarten, The Rosengarten Report
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Large format hardcover. Condition: Fine. The Culinary Institute of America's Complete Guide to Wines of the World. Covers Old and New World wines, making & tasting, service & storage, wine & food, wine & health. Forewords by Marvin R. Shanken and Ferdinand E. Metz. 699 pages, color photos throughout, glossary, index. Heavy book, will require extra postage for international shipping. Dust Jacket condition fine. Seller Inventory # 9439
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Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES. Seller Inventory # H15N-00842
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES. Seller Inventory # Q19A-01912
Seller: Foggypaws, Sonoma, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1996 hardcover in very good condition. All inside pages are in great shape. Minor shelf wear to the dust jacket. Seller Inventory # mon0000033065
Seller: Dale A. Sorenson, Silver Spring, MD, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition; Second Printing. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold, (1996). First Edition, Second Printing. 11" x 8.5". 699pp, Index, Glossary, Bibliography. Hardcover. Fine condition in fine dj. Basics of wine production to nuances of wine service, for the experienced, the beginner, and the professional. Color illustrations include maps. ISBN 0442018312 ; 11 X 8.5 inches; 699 pages. Seller Inventory # 14998
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Hardcover. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # 12L19_8_0442018312
Seller: Bits and Baubles, Sudbury, ON, Canada
Minor wear to book, moderate wear to dust jacket. Ex-library - has stickers on spine and first page, stamps that have been blacked out with marker on first page, top page edges and publication page, date due page on first page, number written in pencil on title page - otherwise pages are clean. Dust jacket is laminated in plastic and taped to cover. Seller Inventory # ABE-1764181902784
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Condition: Good. Original pictorial boards, dust jacket, illustrations in colour, 4to. Seller Inventory # 315197-WA21