Windows on the world complete wine course
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references (pages 366-368) and index.

"Kevin Zraly is America's ultimate wine educator, and his entertaining teaching style has made this must-have book a treasured favorite for more than three decades. He demystifies every aspect of wine: grape varieties, winemaking techniques, different types and styles of wine, how to read a wine label, and how to evaluate a wine in just 60 seconds. From the reowned reds of Bordeaux and California to the trailblazing whites of New York and New Zealand, this essential volume features maps of each region, lush photographs, a wealth of inforgraphics, more than 700 of the best value wines from around the world, hundreds of labels to help you find the right wines, and guided tastings. It also highlights the best vintages to savor and includes comprehensive notes on food pairings, frequently asked questions, and quizzes to test your knowledge. This newly revised and expanded edition offers new classes for the first time--South America, Australia and New Zealand, sparkling wines--as well as information on cutting-edge trends, emerging wine regions, and much more. It will give you all the tools you need to discover and enjoy the perfect wines for you."--Back cover.