Andrew Jefford's Wine Course - Andrew Jefford

Author : Andrew Jefford
Let Andrew Jefford be your guide to the rich and fascinating world of wine. His Wine Course consists of more than 20 clearly defined projects, which will allow you to learn the essentials in a helpful order and at your own pace.
The first part of the book, The Tools, covers the the equipment that youll need for tasting and thinking about wine, including different glasses, the varying colours of key wine types and their smell and taste. The Elements profiles the magnificent seven grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Pinot Noir, plus many more from the extended vine family. The final part of the book, The Journey, takes you on a tour of wine-producing countries, describing the characteristics of each.
Includes helpful factfiles, ‘try' boxes suggesting easy tasting comparisons, and ‘what people love about' summaries of the world's main wine types.
ED : Ryland Peters & Small (2008), 22.5x26 cm, 176 illustrated pages, hardback