1000 Best Wine Secrets (Paperback)

~ Hammond (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

The founder of Wine Tribune, Hammond offers a massive number of breezy oeneophile tips in a compact package. She begins simply, covering basics such as reading labels, food pairings and the logistics of ordering wine in a restaurant. The bulk of the book is devoted to regional styles, and there it really excels. Not only does Hammond cover France, Italy and Spain, she also offers insight into wines from Argentina, the Mediterranean and Switzerland, as well as the intricate classification of "growths" in Bordeaux and the Italian "Supertuscans," in an easy-to-follow manner. Regional varietals are discussed in detail and recommendations are offered for wines from particular purveyors, often taking budget into account. The format lends itself to reading in small doses, and the overall result is an insightful guide to the world of wine that keeps in mind the novice as well as the experienced wine drinker.
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Product Description

What is the appropriate way to taste wine at a restaurant? What type of wine is best served with catfish? 1000 Best Wine Secrets contains all the information novice wine drinkers and experienced connoisseurs alike need to feel comfortable in any restaurant, home or vineyard.

1000 Best Wine Secrets is the book for readers seeking the confidence to select and enjoy the perfect bottle from among the wines of the world.

Includes such tips as:
--Secrets of buying great wine
--Detecting faulty wine and sending it back
--Serving wine like a pro
--Wine tips from around the globe-from Argentina to France and Spain to California
--Knowing when to drink wine

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Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.; 1 edition (October 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402208081
• ISBN-13: 978-1402208089
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 4.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,776,130 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not a Bad Little Book, July 14, 2008

By	Kristin L. Lynch "Trophy Wife" (Marietta, GA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Not a bad little book. It's kind of fun to read if you know a little about wine already. It might be good for a beginner but I have a feeling there are better books out there if you are just getting into wine. Anyone who knows anything about wine would probably find this book too elementary. Having each "Secret" stand alone makes it easy to digest though. I'd recommnend Oldman's Guide to Outsmarting Wine by Mark Oldman before this.

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it, February 8, 2008

By	C. Daily "C. D." (New York, USA) - See all my reviews

This is the best wine book i know. It's concise, clear, up to date, and handy. Worth every penny. I especially like the list of 50 best wines under $20. Cheers