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Food & Wine Magazine's Wine Guide 2009 (Food & Wine)

Anthony Giglio

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Editorial Review:

Give a toast to the all-new 2009 edition of the Food & Wine Magazine’s Wine Guide and the debut of Anthony Giglio—the leading New York-based wine expert, writer, broadcaster, and educator who has completely revised and updated the book.
Produced by America’s most trusted and popular publication on the pleasures of the table, Food & Wine Magazine’s Wine Guide remains the most authoritative of its kind. Reflecting the make-up of the wine market (and the layout of wine shops), the ’09 edition is divided into two major sections: Old World and New, with countries organized alphabetically in each. Giglio rates more than 1,000 of the most drinkable wines from the world’s major wine-producing regions, from the traditional giants (California, France, and Italy) to the exciting, up-and-coming winemakers of South America, Australia, Portugal, and Eastern Europe. His tasting notes are not only concise and easy to grasp, they’re in-depth, with expert assessments of a wine’s taste and qualities, plus essential information about its producer.
The recommended wines cover all price ranges, but with an emphasis on ones that offer the best value for the dollar. In addition to its on-target suggestions, this edition is loaded with special features, including an invaluable section on pairing wine with food, a Bargain Wine Finder, a Wine Tasting Guide, The Year in Wine review, handy at-a-glance Vintage Charts, and fascinating sidebars by local wine experts surveying the latest trends and stars in their respective countries or regions.

Principles of Brewing Science, Second Edition: A Study of Serious Brewing Issues

George Fix

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 2.5 of 5

Excellent technical coverage 4 out of 5 stars.
34 of 34 people found this review helpful.

This is a fairly technical discussion of the subject of brewing chemistry. It's probably more than your typical home-brewer will want to get into, but if you've got some biochem background, or have read Dr. Lee Janson's Brew Chem 101 book and are looking to read on from there, (or you're a very masochistic home-brewer :-)) this would be the next step to take. It does require a greater knowledge of biochemistry and some math (not too surprising, since Dr. Fix had a Ph.D. in math from Harvard). I note the problems with the citations another reviewer here mentioned, who said Dr. Fix refers to his own work and his other book too often, but I didn't mind that too much. Dr. Fix was certainly a competent professional in both math and brewing chemistry, and he did much important work on his own. The important thing is that this book helps to bridge the gap between the professional manuals of industrial microbiology and brewing chemistry and the professional literature. After completing this book, if you want more information, you'll have to go there, such as:

1. Beer and Wine Production: Analysis, Characterization, and Technological Advances (ACS Symposium, No. 536)

2. Biotechnology of Malting and Brewing by James S. Hough

3. Malting and Brewing Science: Hopped Wort and Beer (Volume 2) by D. E. Briggs, et al

4. Brewing Microbiology by Iain Campbell

5. Methods of Analysis of the American Society of Brewing Chemists, by the American Society Of Brewing Chemists

6. Malting and Brewing Science : Volume 1 (#Y0343)
by Dennis Edward Briggs, James S. Hough

7. Brewing Yeast and Fermentation by Chris Boulton, David Quain

Except for the Brewing Microbiology book by Campbell, all of the above are big, expensive professional volumes, but they represent some of the best technical titles out there.

The book also has a nice introduction summarizing some of the important developments of the last 20 years that have made great improvements in beer, such as the use of modern double pre-evacuation bottle filters to cut down on cold-side oxygenation, the awareness of the staling effects of unsaturated long-chain aldehydes, the realization that hot-side aeration could contribute to this, and the importance of malting and non-enzymatic browning also in this process. These were all important developments that led to the modern low-oxygen brewhouse.

So overall, a very fine discussion of all these issues, and I'd actually give the book 4.5 stars if I could.

Editorial Review:

In this indispensable reference, Fix applies the practical language of science to the art of brewing.

Oz Clarke's Pocket Wine Guide 2009 (Oz Clarke's Pocket Wine Guides)

Oz Clarke

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Indispensable as ever, Oz Clarke’s now-classic pocket wine guide has been thoroughly and meticulously revised and updated for 2009, with much-anticipated lists of favorite wines, top values, and producers and regions to watch, as well as new vintage reports. For increased browsability, this year’s guide also includes a country-by-country index.

As user-friendly as it is complete, Oz Clarke’s Pocket Wine Guide 2009 lists each wine, grape, winery, producer, and region alphabetically for easy reference. It is a perfect pocket reference for novices—and essential for the seasoned wine lover wanting the latest information.

Wine

Andre Domine

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Total reviews: 10 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

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Product Description

This abundantly illustrated book is an atlas, reference work and buying guide to the world of wine. Following a classic organization, readers are introduced to the history of wine, wine production, wine cellars and the enjoyment of wine. The reader is then invited on a journey through all the wine growing countries and regions of the world and will savor browsing through this gorgeous volume while discovering new wines and regions. Expert authors introduce each area, illustrated with detailed maps, including Canada, Japan and China.

Features:

* More than 1,200 full-color illustrations and photographs

* 150 detailed maps of the world s wine growing countries and regions.

* Numerous producer tips that convey highly useful recommendations.

* Updated select producers, tables, maps and photographs.

* New and extensive information on southern and eastern Europe and the new European countries.

* Information on new wine growing countries and areas around the world.

Oldman's Guide to Outsmarting Wine: 108 Ingenious Shortcuts to Navigate the World of Wine with Confidence and Style

Mark Oldman

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Total reviews: 41 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Make it your first book on wine! 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

If you are buying your first book on wine, let it be this one. I have previously bought some other books that were advertised as aimed towards non professionals, but I found many parts of them very hard to read. Oldman's guide is worth reading, and it can awaken the love for wine in you. It is made as one or two page shortcuts which you can easily read, grab off the shelf when you feel like it or when you want to know more. This is the ultimate guide for beginners!

Editorial Review:

For the thousands of people who know nothing about wine and want to rectify that swiftly and painlessly, Mark Oldman—the “Naked Chef” of wine—is here to help with the kind of information readers can use right now:
• Australian Shiraz is the most instantly likable red under $15
• Drink slightly sweet wine with spicy food
• Judge a wine shop by whether it has homemade shelf signs
• Don’t store unopened wine in the refrigerator for more than a week

Loaded with his personal recommendations—including the top 100 wines less than $15—Oldman’s Guide also includes the wine picks of an eclectic mix of collectors, from Le Cirque owner Sirio Maccioni to Morley Safer of 60 Minutes. This is a wine guide like no other and is sure to be savored by anyone who wants their wine without the attitude.

The Wine Tasting Party Kit: Everything You Need to Host a Fun & Easy Wine Tasting Party at Home

St. Pierre

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Lives up to title 4 out of 5 stars.
12 of 12 people found this review helpful.

The Wine Tasting Party Kit was a real hit and included six reusable cloth bags to hide the wine bottles, rating sheets, and wine glass stem labels. The enclosed book is very basic but can provide a jumping off point to select a theme for your party. A good investment if you want to have a series of parties with your friends.

Very Fun 4 out of 5 stars.
11 of 12 people found this review helpful.

This kit is perfect for beginners. I didn't have a clue of how to get started in planning a party and this kit took the guess work out of EVERYTHING. However, it is very interactive and I reccomend keeping your guest list small (4-5 people/4-5 bottles).

Editorial Review:

Whether it's a casual afternoon in the backyard or a more formal soir e, a wine tasting party is fun and educational for everyone from novices to sophisticated sippers. Within this all-inclusive kit are the elements to be a terrific host, including cloth wine bottle covers, tasting score pads, a cheat sheet, glass markers, and an entertaining book that introduces you to the ins and outs of tasting wine in a comfortable, festive, social setting your own home.

Includes:
- 64-page illustrated book
- Tasting notepads
- Wineglass markers
- Six reusable linen wine bottle covers
- "Cheat sheet" of tasting terms

The New Italy: A Complete Guide to Contemporary Italian Wine

Daniele Cernilli, Marco Sabellico

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Finally Italy!! 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 22 people found this review helpful.

This book gives a very comprehensive and up to date overview of what is produced today in Italy. A must have for all Italian wine lovers!

I expected alot more 3 out of 5 stars.
5 of 7 people found this review helpful.

As difficult as it was for me to believe this, I really thought that this book would have been much more comprehensive, not just a vehicle to flatter a handfull of producers that must be current Gambero Rosso "Favoriti". I get as much, if not more, out of my quarterly subscription to the magazine. Ordinarily, I really like Daniele Cernilli's writing along with his willingness to take chances and "Tell it like it is". I wish he had done so here. The regions could have been probed much more in-depth and the producers expanded to mirror the magazine. 3 GENEROUS stars.

Editorial Review:

Give a toast to the best, most up-to-date, and beautifully photographed reference on Italian wines! The New Italy explores every signifcant development in the country’s wine scene, widely considered one of the world’s most complex. It gives readers a comprehensive and thorough look at all the country’s key wine types, from Barolo, Chianti, and Montepulciano to Sangiovese and the champagne-like sparkling Prosecco. An introduction to Italy’s wine styles and winemaking methods is followed by a region-by-region tour of vineyards, from Piedmont in the north to Calabria in the south. Full-color specially commissioned maps, details of the appellations and grape varieties, background on climate and geography, and profles of the leading producers round out this lively portrait.

 

The Little Black Book Of Wine: A Simple Guide To The World O Wine (Little Black Books) (Little Black Book Series)

Elizabeth Poyet

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Oh no! 3 out of 5 stars.
1 of 19 people found this review helpful.

I was browsing through this little book, happily taking in all of its wine information, when I came across this little gem on page 94. "Beaujolais Nouveau is the fun party wine!....By French law, this wine must be released on the third Thursday in November--just in time for Thanksgiving--and drunk no earlier than 12:01 A.M. on that date."

While it is true that our Thanksgiving came from Europeans who were continuing the tradition of a harvest festival, Thanksgiving as we know it is a U.S. and Canadian holiday. How did this get by the book's editors. Now I wonder about the other information in the book.

Great for wine lovers 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

A good way to remember the wines you taste; with practical information and in a very good size to take it every where

Editorial Review:

Serves up everything you need to know about wine. Demystifies lingo and lore and teaches how to serve, preserve, store, and evaluate wines. 160 pages; 4-1/4'' wide x 5-3/4'' high; concealed wire-o binding; book lies flat for ease of use; elastic band place holder.

Investing in Liquid Assets: Uncorking Profits in Today's Global Wine Market

David Sokolin, Alexandra Bruce

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Now more than ever, the value of Investment-Grade Wines (IGWs) and opportunities to invest in wine as an asset class are soaring. With a little research and a little risk, wine enthusiasts on every level will find it possible to gain big rewards in wine investment -- and there's never been a better time to try. IGWs have dependably outperformed blue chip stocks over the past 150 years, and the upscale wine market is still an area in which independent investors can profit handsomely.

A third-generation wine merchant, and CEO of one of the largest rare-wine companies in the world, David Sokolin knows how to turn fine wine into cold cash. And he knows how you can, too. In simple, practical terms, Investing in Liquid Assets provides all the information you need to understand the economic principles that govern the world of fine wine and take advantage of the resources currently available.

Using his insider's expertise, Sokolin defines Investment-Grade Wine and identifies the most financially important wine regions and styles. Defining the key players in the field, Sokolin shows you how to navigate the world of wine critics and understand the impact of their scores, and he explains why it's perfectly fine that your own personal tastes really don't matter. He offers tips on where to find reputable sources for fine wine, how to manage storage and resale, as well as all-important buying and selling strategies. In the second half of the book, he gives overviews of the world's greatest wine regions and offers his predictions about which regions and which wines are likely to represent the greatest investment opportunities in the near future.

Providing information and tactics previously known only to successful professionals, Investing in Liquid Assets turns your passion for fine wine into a valuable resource that will pay for itself.

WineWise

Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith, Michael A. Weiss, The Culinary Institute of America (CIA)

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Editorial Review:

WineWise is a must-have for anyone seeking the knowledge and confidence to select and enjoy great wines. It will give readers a basic introduction to wine: how to select different varieties and identify their flavors, how to read wine labels, and how to identify grapes from wine-growing regions all over the world. The interior features detailed maps, examples of wine labels, and hundreds of four-color photos. Chapters include Enjoying Wine, White Grapes, Red Grapes, Living with Wine, Wine and Food, and Wine in Restaurants, as well as chapters on wine-growing regions from France, Italy, and Germany to California and New York State to South America, Australia, Spain, and Portugal. There is also a chapter on Bargains, featuring the greatest inexpensive wines from around the world. Detailed information on grapes, flavor profiles, regions, and food and wine pairings makes it easy for consumers to choose the right wine for any occasion and any budget. Filled with understandable, consumer-friendly, expert advice, this book is the ideal companion for any wine enthusiast.

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