A broad but comprehensive introduction to wine. In just under an hour, listeners are able to learn what they need to know about wine. Covered topics include: the histroy of wine, how wine is made, the most popular red and wine grapes and what wines they produce, how to match wines with food, how to order and taste wine in a restaurant, how to read the label, and where wine in grown. This is a great way to learn a great deal in a short time, and is designed to be listened to more than once.
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About the Author
J. Scott Carney is a Master Sommelier and has managed such restaurants as The Gotham Bar and Grill and Tavern on the Green. His new restaurant, The Tonic, has just opened in New York to rave reviews.
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At last a series of crash courses that educate people on the move! The Instant Genius series focuses on various hot topics to help listeners grasp information quickly. In this wine book, the listener will learn, in less than an hour, about the evolution of the American grape root and the European grape vine, the difference between a merlot and a Bordeaux, the procedure for proper tasting, how wines get their names, and many other facts to fascinate and dazzle others at a cocktail party. The listener can sit back, relax and enjoy learning. B.J.P. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine
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A wonderful overview of both red and white wines.,
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This review is from: Wine (Instant Genius: The Cheat Sheets of Culture) (Audio Cassette)
A great overview of both red and white wines, covering a broad range of issues including origin, taste, selection of wine, year, etc. Both my appreciation and interest in wine has increased. Ideal for the wine lover that want to know more.
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This audio tape was a pleasure to listen to ....,
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This review is from: Wine (Instant Genius: The Cheat Sheets of Culture) (Audio Cassette)
I love the Instant Genius series. The tapes, especially the one on wine, are packed with a lot of information. There is no long drawn out time wasting introduction. I look forward to listening to this tape over and over.
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an outstanding introductory course,
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This review is from: Wine (Instant Genius: The Cheat Sheets of Culture) (Audio Cassette)
an excellent resource - full of usefull information, presented in a uniquely accessable format
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