The 24-Hour Wine Expert

Name: The 24-Hour Wine Expert
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141981819
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By Jancis Robinson

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The 24-Hour Wine Expert by Jancis Robinson is a concise guide designed for both novice and seasoned wine enthusiasts. The book delivers essential knowledge about choosing, storing, and appreciating wine, providing practical tips and insights into wine styles, grape varieties, and wine regions worldwide. Its straightforward approach equips readers with the confidence to understand wine in just a day.
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You might enjoy this book if you're keen on demystifying the complex world of wine and would like to quickly build your confidence in choosing, tasting, and enjoying wine. It's perfect for both beginners and enthusiasts looking for practical insights and straightforward advice from an expert in the field.

The 24-Hour Wine Expert

Wine is now one of the most popular drinks in the world. From the difference between red and white, to the shape of bottles and their labels, descriptions of taste, colour and smell, to pairing wine with food and the price-quality correlation, this book helps us make the most of this mysteriously delicious drink.

From a whistlestop tour of regions and grapes to what terms like 'full-bodied' and 'nose' really mean, this myth-busting little book will ensure you'll never panic when faced with a wine list or dinner party again.

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From the world's most respected wine critic, the essential guide to wine in 100 pages.

Wine is now one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many wine drinkers wish they knew more about it without having to understand every detail or go on a wine course.

In The 24-Hour Wine Expert, Jancis Robinson shares her expertise with authority, wit and approachability. From the difference between red and white, to the shape of bottles and their labels, descriptions of taste, colour and smell, to pairing wine with food and the price-quality correlation, Robinson helps us make the most of this mysteriously delicious drink.

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The 24-Hour Wine Expert by Jancis Robinson has been praised for its insightful and accessible approach to understanding wine, making it ideal for both novices and enthusiasts. The book offers practical guidance and clear information without overwhelming the reader, providing a handy reference for those looking to quickly boost their wine knowledge. Robinson's expertise and engaging writing style ensure readers gain valuable tips and a heightened appreciation for wine.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141981819

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 112.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 86g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Jancis Robinson has been called 'the most respected wine critic and journalist in the world' by Decanter magazine. In 1984 she was the first person outside the wine trade to qualify as a Master of Wine. The Financial Times wine writer, she is the author/editor of dozens of wine books, including Wine Grapes (Allen Lane), The Oxford Companion to Wine (OUP) and The World Atlas of Wine (Mitchell Beazley). Her award-winning website, www.JancisRobinson.com has subscribers in 100 countries.

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