Kevin Zraly Windows on the World Complete Wine Course
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Kevin Zraly Windows on the World Complete Wine Course by Kevin Zraly
With more than three million copies sold, this perennial bestseller by James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Kevin Zraly is the most popular wine guide on the market. When it comes to beginners' wine guides, Windows on the World Complete Wine Course is one of the perennial best. --Wall Street JournalIn the clear, engaging style that has made this comprehensive book a national and international favorite for more than three decades, Kevin Zraly--America's ultimate wine educator and the creator of the Windows on the World Wine School--demystifies every aspect of wine: from grape varieties and their flavors, different types and styles of wines, and how they're produced, to the latest winemaking developments, how to read a wine label, and the physiology of smell and taste. Covering the world of wine from the renowned reds of Bordeaux and California to the cutting-edge whites of Washington State and New Zealand, this essential volume features lush new photographs, a wealth of enlightening infographics, clear maps of each region, guided tastings, the best 500 wines in the world under $30, and hundreds of labels to help you identify wines worth tasting. Completing this must-have guide are notes on food pairings, frequently asked questions, a directory of resources, and a glossary of select terms. This newly revised and expanded 2017 edition introduces a fresh new interior design, the latest vintages to savor, and much more for beginners and experts alike. The Windows on the World Complete Wine Course will give you all the tools you need to discover and enjoy the perfect wines for you.
Praise for Kevin Zraly and the Windows on the World Complete Wine Course:
"Kevin Zraly is the finest wine educator I have known” —Robert Parker Jr.
"One of the best start-from-scratch wine books ever written." —The New York Times
“The great Zraly wit and his legendary front-of-the-classroom presence are integral parts of this fresh approach.”—Wine Spectator
“A visually exciting, intelligently structured reference.” —Bon Appétit
“Brims with enthusiasm … breezy, down-to-earth.” —Chicago Tribune
“The liveliest short course on wine ever wrapped between two covers.” —Boston Globe
“As entertaining as it is informative.” —New York Daily News
"Kevin Zraly has built a reputation as the best wine educator, period, and this book is a distillation of his expertise. The fact that it’s sold over 3 million copies over 35 years tells you a little something about its effectiveness.”—Food & Wine
Praise for Kevin Zraly and the Windows on the World Complete Wine Course:
"Kevin Zraly is the finest wine educator I have known.” —Robert Parker Jr.
"One of the best start-from-scratch wine books ever written." —The New York Times
“The great Zraly wit and his legendary front-of-the-classroom presence are integral parts of this fresh approach.” —Wine Spectator
“A visually exciting, intelligently structured reference.” —Bon Appétit
“Brims with enthusiasm … breezy, down-to-earth.” —Chicago Tribune
“The liveliest short course on wine ever wrapped between two covers.” —Boston Globe
“As entertaining as it is informative.” —New York Daily News
"Kevin Zraly is the finest wine educator I have known” —Robert Parker Jr.
"One of the best start-from-scratch wine books ever written." —The New York Times
“The great Zraly wit and his legendary front-of-the-classroom presence are integral parts of this fresh approach.”—Wine Spectator
“A visually exciting, intelligently structured reference.” —Bon Appétit
“Brims with enthusiasm … breezy, down-to-earth.” —Chicago Tribune
“The liveliest short course on wine ever wrapped between two covers.” —Boston Globe
“As entertaining as it is informative.” —New York Daily News
"Kevin Zraly has built a reputation as the best wine educator, period, and this book is a distillation of his expertise. The fact that it’s sold over 3 million copies over 35 years tells you a little something about its effectiveness.”—Food & Wine
Praise for Kevin Zraly and the Windows on the World Complete Wine Course:
"Kevin Zraly is the finest wine educator I have known.” —Robert Parker Jr.
"One of the best start-from-scratch wine books ever written." —The New York Times
“The great Zraly wit and his legendary front-of-the-classroom presence are integral parts of this fresh approach.” —Wine Spectator
“A visually exciting, intelligently structured reference.” —Bon Appétit
“Brims with enthusiasm … breezy, down-to-earth.” —Chicago Tribune
“The liveliest short course on wine ever wrapped between two covers.” —Boston Globe
“As entertaining as it is informative.” —New York Daily News
Kevin Zraly is the founder and teacher of the Windows on the World Wine School which ran for over 40 years, graduating 25,000 happy students. He still teaches wine classes both live and virtual. Zraly is the youngest person to be honored with a James Beard Lifetime Award; his other honors include the Lifetime Achievement Award from the European Wine Council and the James Beard Award for Wine and Spirits Professional of the Year. He has been featured in The New York Times, People, The Wall Street Journal and Newsweek, and many other publications. He is also the editor of the highly acclaimed The Ultimate Wine Companion.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781454921066 |
| ISBN 10 | 1454921064 |
| Title | Kevin Zraly Windows on the World Complete Wine Course |
| Author | Kevin Zraly |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Union Square & Co. |
| Year published | 2016-09-13 |
| Number of pages | 384 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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