This is a great book packed with information about all things wine
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This is a great book packed with information about all things wine.  It has the history of wine and even goes into details about where grapes are grown.  It tells about the different types of wine and how to get the most enjoyment out of it.  Also, included is an illustration showing different types of wine glasses.  Prior to reading the book I had no idea that there were certain glasses for certain types of wine.  I feel like this book has taught me a lot of interesting facts that will be very useful.  I received this product free in exchange for my honest review.
3783962
Amazing history of wine and wine fraud of which I was totally unaware. Very informative, but not in a textbook way. Enjoyed the early history of wine in California that prompted a visit to the John Rains home/museum in Rancho Cucamonga. So much history and info on wineries, regions, process of making and storing wine. A must read for any wine lover, but be warned -- have a glass of your favorite vino at the ready as you read this wonderful book.
1834473
A very informative book for a wine lover, and beautifully packaged.  I highly recommend for anyone touring the Central Coast winerys.
205682
My husband is a wine writer for our local newspaper so I purchased this book for him.  He liked the book so much that he did a side-bar to his last article with the following review:

More than just a book about wine this is "a collection of useful and useless information as it relates to the history and consumption of all manner of booze." There is a remarkable amount of information packed into this entertaining and offbeat book. You're likely to find yourself reading it two or three times because it is impossible to remember all the frivolous and factual trivia Lender offers up. For example, an Italian caf owner created the beverage Compari in 1860 but it became wildly popular in the U.S. during Prohibition where it was considered a digestive bitter, not alcohol. It just happened to be 48 proof.
3624797
This book is great! It's perfect for a beginning wine drinker. Easy to read and understand information about each different wine varietal. Easy to find and quick to read, I love this book. I reach for it almost every time I drink wine to learn about what I'm drinking and figure out what I like. I highly recommend this book, it's one of my favorites.
2578553
So, I bought the wine bible and a few other books, even an extensive course on Craftsy. I really want to learn more about wine, but unfortunately, my time constraints (and other interests) have not allowed me to truly delve into my other purchases. This book, however, gives me great information about wine even if I have only 10 minutes to myself. The info is surprisingly in depth and quickly digestible, plus it looks great in a modern sense. I highly recommend this book if you're interested in learning more about wine but don't have the time to read an in depth conversational tome. It's really well done and I'm so glad I bought it. I've learned to appreciate wine more and have tried a few new types because of it. Maybe one day I'll have time to read the others I bought, but until then I'll be referring to this one.
2143655
This amazing book gives you some great insights into the wine world but the true genius of this book are the suggestions of wines from a region at various price points by the authors!
2750488
This book is great. My husband and I are just getting into wine. Now if you are really looking for scratch and sniff this will NOT do it! BUT the information is fantastic. We know NOTHING about wine and this made the basic information real for us and understandable. I bought it for hubby for Christmas and he LOVED it!
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This book is so cute! I love the super-fun illustrations and the way the story guides you through Penguin's experience with all the different wines. As a non-wine drinker, it was a great primer in wine. Just enough information to get a sense of each type of wine but not so much as to overwhelm. The book teaches you about Champagne, Pinot Grigio, Sauvingon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Rose, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabarnet Sauvingon, Malbec, Syrah and Port. It's also hilarious to see all the different animals drinking wine. I'm planning to use this book with some bottles of wine to make a cute Christmas gift.
3492234
Very informative and helpful! I've learned a lot from this book as a novice wine drinker. I keep referring back to it as I get more experienced. A lot of good information without being overwhelming. I've also bought it to give as a gift.
2850234
I decided to pick up this book after watching Oz and James's Great Wine Adventure.  In that show they go around France and America trying out different wines and providing the viewer with a first class wine education.  This book is very detailed and covers all the major and a lot of minor varieties of grapes.  In addition, it also gives the reader a list of wineries that excel at making wine out of that type of grape and also has reviews and what to expect from recent vintages.  I highly recommend this book and the show!
1310742
I buy these every couple years because they are so reliable and so useful.  I am a retired wine salesman/manager and although I can confidently navigate most restaurant wine lists and liquor stores, this is indispensable.  It may seem daunting for a novice because of all the symbols and designations, but it is packed with very important information.  Hugh Johnson has long been considered one of the top wine authorities of the world and is, I believe, the top wine writer.  He has written dozens of wine books.  If you want a wine book, buy one of his.  These yearly guides can fit a suit pocket or purse and are extremely useful.  They cover all the major wine regions as well as rather obscure ones (e.g., Romania) and they give quality ratings (star system), vintage info, and much, much more.  Very well organized, well written (always with Hugh Johnson) and absolutely dependable.  If you need a handy reference or want to learn more about wine, buy it.
3118726
This is an excellent resource for any topic related to wine. It is well researched and written, containing a wealth of information for any wine enthusiast. It is easy to navigate and read, making it highly recommended. Enjoy!
3561340
This book is an excellent source for wonderful wines for the palette.  Whether you are an existing wine connoisseur, or strive to become one, this book offers an astounding amount of valuable and fascinating information.
4817740
I've loved Mark's writing since his first book and it just gets better.  His writing style keeps you interested from the first moment on.  I bought the Kindle version for my PaperWhite and some of the graphics were not readable so I can imagine what this book is like in book format with all this extra information!  Great read and a wealth of great information on wine styles and regions, giving alternatives that can be cheaper and taste alike.  I love the pronunciations he writes for the way to say wine names and regions properly, too.  You will be delighted with this book from the start and won't want to put it down.  Can't wait for the next one, Mark!
2777257
This is a must read for anyone in the wine industry or for those who just wish to know more about how the business of growing grapes and selling wine works. Granted there are sections of the book that are a bit technical but if you have problems with them just skip ahead. All in all, this was a very informative and interesting volume about a subject that doesn't get a lot of coverage. Note this book is not a guide to purchasing wine or determining which wines are best!

Book provided by publisher.
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I love how this book breaks the complex wine world down into digestible infographics. Great for newbies who want to learn and great for review.