On Wine: A Master Sommelier and Master of Wine Tells All [ILLUSTRATED] (Hardcover)

by Doug Frost (Author), Robert Mondavi (Foreword)

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Amazon.com Review
Down-to-earth and full of good information, Doug Frost's On Wine reflects its author's relaxed yet authoritative approach to the grape's joys. Why is wine less popular in America than it should be? "Because people are confused as to how it's to be used," says the commonsensical Frost, one of only three people to have achieved Master of Wine and Master Sommelier distinctions. Addressing this fundamental issue, as well as a host of other wine topics, Frost provides a quick, though comprehensive, wine survey. Absolute wine neophytes may require more rudimentary material, but most readers will benefit from Frost's perspective-expanding opinion.

Beginning with the history of wine and winemaking today, which also includes useful information on wine styles ("the grape plus the region generally equals the style," says Frost), the book then offers an extensive section on grape types like Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and pinot noir; information on winemaking and production; a survey of the world's wine-yielding regions and their wines; label "anatomies"; wine and food pairing; and Frost's own pick of the best winemakers in every important winemaking place. An extensive glossary plus a shopping list of Frost's favored wine picks conclude this pithy, useful work. --Arthur Boehm

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"[Doug Frost] likely knows as much as anyone in the world about how to make, market, serve, and identify wine."--Jerry Shriver, USA Today

"Doug Frost's approach to wine embraces our past and propels us into the future."--Douglas Rodriguez, chef, Chicama Restaurant

"On Wine is a comprehensive technical resource loaded with fun facts that every passionate wine and food enthusiast will really enjoy."--Clifford Pleau, executive chef, The California Grill
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications; illustrated edition edition (October 5, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0847823350
• ISBN-13: 978-0847823352
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #601,688 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars reading and drinking--a match made in heaven!, September 27, 2001

By A Customer

With wine so "in" right now, it's hard to find books that get beyond the what-to-order-with-fish stage without being snooty. That's why Doug Frost is great--he knows EVERYTHING about wine, but he presents information in a way that is accessible and even fun. He even pokes some gentle fun at wine snobs. This book covers history, styles, tastes and aromas, regions, and, yes, what goes with food. It's thorough, but it's also fun, and the pictures are gorgeous. I recommend reading with a glass--hell, a bottle--of $12 syrah.

5.0 out of 5 stars a must have for all, September 7, 2005

By	Paul Einbund (san francisco, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a professional sommelier I read a lot of wine books. this is a must have for beginners and pro's alike. Great to start your passion with a good book behind you but also informative enough for me to be reading every word and learning more about the basics. The grape guide is awesome with Doug's personal take on most of the grapes I have ever encountered. Easy and fun to read
Go Doug Go
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4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice indeed, Doug knows his juice, March 25, 2002

By A Customer

Doug lives here in my home town, writes a column for the local paper. So I'm an old fan. This is a book I can recommend without reservations, I only give it 4 stars because I wish there were a few more chapters.
Combine this one with Andrea Immer's 'Great Wine Made Simple' and you're good to go.