Hugh Johnson's How to Enjoy Your Wine [Hardcover]

Hugh Johnson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2, 2006

Hugh Johnson, one of the world's foremost wine experts, divulges everything needed to fully appreciate wine. Johnson's clear writing style, sense of humor, friendly panache, and vast knowledge helps readers increase their understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of wine by learning:
• Types of wine
• Storing wine
• Pairing wine with food
• Tasting tips and etiquette
• Restaurant tips and etiquette
• Glossary of wine terms

Editorial Reviews

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 120 pages
• Publisher: Gramercy (May 2, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0517227479
• ISBN-13: 978-0517227473
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 4.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,217,324 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Hugh Johnson is acclaimed as the world's favorite wine writer. Since his first book, Wine, appeared in 1966, he has been making the subject of wine approachable to all with his witty and humorous style. His other books include the bestseller "Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book." He is also President of The Sunday Times Wine Club. Jancis Robinson is internationally renowned for her witty, authoritative wine writing and her books Vines, Grapes and Wines, and Oxford Companion to Wine are among the most important in wine literature.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Short.....but Sweet!!, November 11, 2001

By 

douglas barton "emotions in motion" (Arlington, Va.) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Hugh Johnson's How to Enjoy Your Wine (Paperback)

What a truly wonderful small book!

While it's true that I am a fan of Mr. Johnson's previous offerings I found this to be an indispensable guide due to it's size and "off-the-cuff" sense of humour that permeates the book. Obviously Hugh Johnson knows from which he speaks and is most comfortable in relaying information without seeming arrogant or smug. Something I haven't always been able to say regarding other "so-called" experts books on wine.

As to the book itself...very well done. Wonderful photographs, I especially enjoyed the section on corkscrews, and info that not only the layman could use but anyone who considers himself a fan of the Viticulture! Other chapters include the proper way of opening a bottle of wine, serving, tasting and judging.All pertinent information! Perhaps what I enjoyed most from this book is simply that it doesn't pretend to be anything more than a small serving of information that will help you enjoy that bottle of wine that you've just purchased and want to get the most of. No pretense here....just good,solid information at your fingertips. Bravo!

Overall, if you count yourself as one who doesn't wish to spend a lot of your hard earned dollars on a cumbersome, thick book on wines (Mr. Johnson has written those as well, and I have that also....and so should you!) than pick up a copy of "Hugh Johnson's How To Enjoy Your Wine" and while it may not have everything you may need to know it will get you through an evening out in your favorite restaurant. ENJOY!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Short.....but Sweet!!, November 11, 2001

By 

douglas barton "emotions in motion" (Arlington, Va.) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Hugh Johnson's How to Enjoy Your Wine (Paperback)

What a truly wonderful small book!

While it's true that I am a fan of Mr. Johnson's previous offerings I found this to be an indispensable guide due to it's size and "off-the-cuff" sense of humour that permeates the book. Obviously Hugh Johnson knows from which he speaks and is most comfortable in relaying information without seeming arrogant or smug. Something I haven't always been able to say regarding other "so-called" experts books on wine.

As to the book itself...very well done. Wonderful photographs, I especially enjoyed the section on corkscrews, and info that not only the layman could use but anyone who considers himself a fan of the Viticulture! Other chapters include the proper way of openig a bottle of wine, serving, tasting and judging.All pertinent information!

Overall, if you count yourself as one who doesn't wish to spend a lot of your hard earned dollars on a cumbersome, thick book on wines (Mr. Johnson has written those as well, and I have that also!)than pick up a copy of "Hugh Johnson's How To Enjoy Your Wine" and while it may not have everything you may need to know it will get you through an evening out in your favorite restaurant. ENJOY!!