Windows on the World Complete Wine Course: 2009 Edition [ILLUSTRATED] (Hardcover)

by Kevin Zraly (Author)

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"* "One of the best start-from-scratch wine books ever written." - Frank Prial, The New York Times.

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“The great Zraly wit and his legendary front-of-the-classroom presence are integral parts of this fresh approach.” —Wine Spectator
“A visually exciting, intelligently structured reference.”  —Anthony Dias Blue, Bon Appétit
“Brims with enthusiasm…breezy, down-to-earth…Reads like an interesting conversation.” —Chicago Tribune
“The liveliest short course on wine ever wrapped between two covers.” —Boston Globe
“As entertaining as it is informative.” —Barbara Ensrud, New York Daily News
“Are you intimidated by wine stewards? Read Kevin Zraly’s new edition of Windows on the World Complete Wine Course and order with aplomb.” —Playboy

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Sterling; 2009 Ed edition (October 7, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402757468
• ISBN-13: 978-1402757464
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 8.7 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,617 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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34 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Zraly uncorks the mysteries of wine., September 24, 2007

By	G. Merritt (Boulder, CO) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Windows on the World Complete Wine Course: 2008 Edition (Hardcover)

Kevin Zraly's Windows on the World Complete Wine Course is considered a classic among amateur grape geeks (like me). The 2007 edition sold over 100,000 copies. Zraly uncorks the mysteries of wine with his trusted "wine course." The comprehensive 2008 update is informative in the areas of wine tasting, selection, regions, and countries (from France to Chile), and also includes recommendations and advice on selecting a wine in an often complex market further complicated by the Internet. While this course may not qualify you to become a sommelier, it will definitely improve your knowledge and credentials as an amateur oeniphile, and should be considered an excellent starting point for any wine connoisseur.

G. Merritt

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars perfect for any level of interest and knowledge, October 31, 2007

By	ng - See all my reviews

This review is from: Windows on the World Complete Wine Course: 2008 Edition (Hardcover)

I absolutely love this book. Incredibly informative and broken out so that you don't find yourself overwhelmed by all the vast information available in the wine world. I knew a little bit about wine before this book, and my knowledge has increased dramatically after reading this book. This is a must have for anyone with an interest in wine.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best! Increase Your Enjoyment of Wines, November 22, 2008

By	Keith E. Webb "Cross-Cultural Leadership Coac... (Singapore) - See all my reviews

Windows on the World Complete Wine Course: 2009 Edition (Windows on the World Complete Wine Course) is the number one book to learn about wine. It's a complete, readable guide to wine regions, grape varietals, wine pairing, and much much more. You'll learn about all the major wine regions, their typical grape varietals, and distinguishing characteristics.

Throughout the book specific, easily available, and affordable wines are profiled by winery. Special sections take this further: wine tasting "courses" of flights of different wines to compare; 101 favorite wines; and wines to begin a wine cellar.

I've completed two levels of the excellent Wine and Spirit Education Trust's wine programs. I'm amazed that Kevin Zraly's Windows on the World is just as thorough and is basically the intermediate level - in a book. I refer back to it often, and give it as gifts to friends who want to increase their appreciation of wine.