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ISBN: 0-7570-0247-1
Length: 264 Pages
Size: 9 X
12-inch
Format: Hardback
Category: Wine / Winemaking
Price: $29.95
US / $37.50 CAN
Availability:
December 2007
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The ancient Greek philosophers called them
elixirs of the gods. The Roman emperors used them to celebrate their
victories. Kings and queens cherished them as they did their riches.
And for wine lovers, the fine wines of today are still to be treasured
and enjoyed. How and why these wines reach their zenith in color,
flavor, and value is the focus of this beautifully illustrated book
by wine connoisseur Baudouin Neirynck.
The book first looks at the activities of growing
grapes and making wine. Each process is explained in detail so that
you can understand the painstaking steps required to turn grapes
into fine wines. This is followed by a discussion of the twenty
most popular white and black grapes responsible for great wines.
Here you will find everything you need to know about white grapes
such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Viognier;
and black grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon Noir, Merlot, Cabernet
Franc, Syrah, and Sangiovese. In addition, the grape classification
system is explained, optimal soils and climates are discussed, and
the world's wine production regions are explored. Also included
are chapters on investing in wines, storing and serving wines, matching
wines with foods, reading wine labels, and even the health benefits
of wine. Throughout, beautiful color photographs and illustrations
bring the text to life.
Whether you are a wine expert or simply someone
who enjoys an occasional glass of wine with your meals, The Grapes
of Wine is as mesmerizing as a glass of the finest Cabernet
Sauvignon. Beyond the basics of wine appreciation, it offers a unique
look at how great wines are made and--perhaps most important--it
guides you to the best and most sought-after wines available.
Baudouin
Neirynck, PhD earned degrees in both Hotel and Restaurant
Management and Food Science. He has held food and beverage management
positions in some of the world's finest hotels, including The Mandarin
Oriental (Hong Kong), the Le Mirador (Mont-Pelerin, Switzerland),
and The Red Sea Palace Hotel (Saudi Arabia). Currently, he teaches
Wine, Food and Beverage and Hotel Management courses at the Institute
For Tourism Studies in Macau, PR of China. Dr. Neirynck continues
to pursue his passion for wine by collecting wines and visiting
the world's finest vineyards and wineries.
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