Wine A Tasting Course

From grape to glass

Marnie Old

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The ultimate visual course for wine lovers seeking no-nonsense practical information that brings the subject to life.

The essential, jargon-free guide for anyone who wants to get more out of their wine glass.

Which end of a bottle of chianti is the "nose"? How are you meant to smell notes of honeysuckle in that glass of sauvignon blanc? Does expensive really mean better quality?

Wine: A Tasting Course is a practical, no-nonsense guide that will make you think about what you drink. Discover which wines you like and why, read about the journey from grape to glass, and get to grips with those all-important food and wine pairings. Pore over vibrant infographics, and pair with a glass of red or white as you try out a selection of taste tests.

A corker of a guide that combines essential know-how with plenty of fun facts, Wine: A Tasting Course contains everything you need to talk, taste, and enjoy your favourite vintage.

Published: 28 September 2021
ISBN: 9780241491522
Imprint: Dorling Kindersley
Format: Hardback
Pages: 256
RRP: $35.00

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Industrial chemistry & manufacturing

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About the author

Marnie Old

MARNIE OLD is one of the country’s top sommeliers and wine authors, and a breath of fresh air in the stuffy wine world. She teaches for New York’s Astor Center and hosts the webisode series Uncorked at Philly.com. Marnie has designed many of Philadelphia’s finest wine and cocktail programs, such as those at Parc and Continental Midtown. Her first book, He Said Beer, She Said Wine, is an entertaining debate on food pairing with co-author Sam Calagione, founder of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. Formerly the director of wine studies for Manhattan’s renowned French Culinary Institute, Marnie also served as the founding education chair for the American Sommelier Association. For more info, visit www.marnieold.com