French Wine For Dummies

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By Mary Ewing-Mulligan and Ed McCarthy

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French Wine For Dummies by Mary Ewing-Mulligan and Ed McCarthy offers an engaging introduction to the world of French wine. It provides insights into various wine regions, explains how to read wine labels, and guides readers through the intricacies of wine tasting and selection. This book is ideal for both novices and enthusiasts interested in deepening their appreciation of French wines.
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Have you ever wanted to confidently browse a wine list or impress your friends with your knowledge of French wines? This guide might delight you if you enjoy exploring the diverse regions, grape varieties, and rich history of French winemaking. It's approachable and educational, providing practical insights for both novice wine enthusiasts and seasoned aficionados looking to deepen their understanding.

French Wine For Dummies

"Whether you are an avid collector or wine novice, this book offers an extensive resource in an accessible format.

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“Whether you are an avid collector or wine novice, this book offers an extensive resource in an accessible format.”
—Charlie Trotter, Acclaimed Chef and Award-Winning Author

“This book is an invitation to discover the bountiful wine regions, each different from one another, and is an homage to the beauty and uniqueness of the delicious wines they produced.”
—Georges Duboeuf, Les Vins Georges Duboeuf

“The diversity of French wine is one of its attractions, but it can seem perplexing...until you pick up this marvelous guide. The route is well-marked, easy-to-follow, and the destinations are delicious.”
—Kermit Lynch, Wine Merchant and author, Adventures on the Wine Route

“...Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan lead us by the hand down the road of adventure to discover the wines of France that they know so well.... In their relaxed, wise, and mischievous way, they show us the joy and pleasure of drinking French wine.”
—Prince Alain de Polignac, Winemaker, Champagne Pommery

You no longer need to be confused or intimidated by French wine. Authored by certified wine educators and authors Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan, French Wine For Dummies introduces you to the delicious world of fine French wine. Among other things, you’ll discover how to:

Translate wine labels
Identify great wine bargains
Develop your own wine tastes
Match French wines with foods

Here’s everything you need to know to sip and savor the best—and the best-value—Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Alsace, and other delicious wines. This lighthearted and informative guide covers:

The story of French wine and how it came to dominate the wine world
How the French name and label their wines and why
France’s most important wine regions—including a region-by-region survey of the best vineyards and their products
France’s other wine regions, including Champagne, Alsace, the Loire Valley, and others

So pour yourself a big glass of Beaujolais Nouveau, sit back, and enjoy the ride as Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan take you on an intoxicating journey through the wonderful world of French wine.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780764553547

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2001

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 295g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan co-authored the bestselling Wine For Dummies. Ed also wrote Champagne For Dummies. Mary, the only woman Master of Wine in the U.S., owns International Wine Center, a New York wine school.