There are many guides to wine, but how many can claim to be simultaneously pocket-sized, stunningly designed, and colorful while still providing all the essential details? With Wine Basics - one little book devoted to red, another to white - The Globe Pequot Press offers just such a resource to those learning to appreciate wine, those who already enjoy wine but want to learn more about it, and home cooks who serve wine at meals. Complemented by 40-60 full- color photos, each guide includes a discussion of the different grape varieties used to make red or white wine throughout the world; information about what influences flavor, color, and quality; wine-making techniques; tips on tasting, choosing, and serving wine; and helpful charts on pairing red or white wines with different foods. Packed with useful information, this is the ideal quick reference to everything one needs to know about choosing, tasting, and pairing wine.
