The Book: Drinkology Wine: A Guide to the Grape
The Author: James Waller
The Price: $18.00 at Amazon.com
This book is an excellent primer on whine. It has become my go-to wine reference. The book is written in a light, non-pretentious manner, and is easily understood by the newest of wine drinkers. The second chapter gives a very good exposure to the vocabulary of wine, quickly exposing the reader to the terminology of wine.
I can't think of a single wine-related topic that was left out of this book. It covers grape growing, harvesting, fermentation. There's a section on corkscrews and a section on winery tours. Even the most casual of wine drinkers will find this book to be fascinating and very educational. The writing style is easy to read and light-hearted.
I really appreciate the small size of this book - it's only ~6" X 4". It's small enough to tuck into a backpack or purse while on a winery tour or vacation or carry with you when you hit the wine store. For the cost of a decent bottle of wine, this book gives you a vast knowledge of wine.
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