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WINE FOR DUMMIES®, 5th EDITION
Why do you need a NEW edition of Wine For Dummies(Wiley, 978-1-118-28872-6, September 2012)? Well, Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan wrote the first edition in 1995, and the world of wine has changed tremendously since then. It has even changed a lot since their fourth edition in 2006.
What has changed exactly? [excerpted from the book]
The wine world has an exciting new face thanks to the communities of wine lovers who share opinions, chat, and blog on Internet sites like Wine Review Online and Burghound.com, and these voices are shaping new trends. In addition, great wine shopping can also happen online. “When we wrote the fourth edition, we bought almost all our wine in wine shops that we visited in person. Although we still buy much of our wine in wine shops, these days we use the Internet to find shops that sell the wines we want at the best prices, and then we often purchase wine online,” say McCarthy and Ewing-Mulligan.
New styles of popular wine are emerging, and a whole new approach to food and wine pairing has taken root. Back in the era of the TV show Mad Men, a few simple – and simplistic— rules guided people in selecting wines for their meals. Today, the enormous range of wines available and the eclectic gamut of food choices render yesterday’s easy rules obsolete. Not only that, but today, science has documented that people have inborn sensitivities or inborn tolerances to some of the fundamental tastes present in foods and wines.
The wines of South America have come on strong, and they offer some of the best values around (Chilean wineries with reasonable prices include Calina, Caliterra, Carmen, Casa Lapostolle, and more). Wine grapes have grown in Argentina and Chile since the mid-16th century; however, Argentina’s source of vines was more diverse. Many vines came to Argentina with the vast numbers of Italian and Basque immigrants and as a result, Argentina boasts grape varieties, such as Bonarda and Malbec, that are insignificant in Chile. The authors have ramped up coverage of both countries to give you the inside track on these explosive wine regions.
When most wine drinkers think about American wine, they think of California. That’s not surprising—the wines of California make up about 90 percent of U.S. wine production. Gallo Winery is the largest winery in the state, producing one out of every four bottles of wine sold in the United States. But dozens of new California wineries have opened and a few have gone out of business, many have improved, and a few have slipped. The book’s recommendations reflect all these changes.
Remember those prices listed for wines worth trying in earlier editions? Well, big surprise: just about all those prices have increased. But don’t fear, because McCarthy and Ewing-Mulligan point out some bargains, such as the white Mâcon and wines from one of Burgundy’s best-kept secrets, the Côte Chalonnaise.
Several new vintages have occurred: Wine For Dummies, 5th Edition gives you the lowdown on them throughout the book, and especially in our vintage chart in the Appendix.
In addition, you’ll enjoy the always popular “Part of Tens,” where the authors debunk ten wine myths, such as “a screw cap closure indicates a lower-quality of wine,” “white wine goes with fish, red wine goes with meat,” and “the quality of a wine is objectively measurable.”
And a Cheat Sheet on Dummies.com includes a quick guide to wine pronunciation, useful terms for describing wine (think “bouquet,” “tannic,” and “oaky”), an easy wine identifier, and helpful hints for buying wine with confidence.
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This down-to-earth guide cuts through wine snobbery and tells you what's in, what's out, and what's new in wine. This update of the bestselling For Dummies® classic covers everything from established and emerging wine regions to pairing wine with food to collecting wine. Here's to fun, relaxed wine exploration and enjoyment!
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Jan 16, 2018Penelope Douglas rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
A good comprehensive guide, liked the humor, and the narrator was easy to listen to. Learned that there actually is a reason to sniff, swirl, and let wines breathe. If not for this guide, I would've dumped out a whole bottle Precipice Pinot Noir after the first sip. It tasted so much better after an hour of letting it breathe. Also learned a lot about champagne that I didn't know, like how 'sparkling wine' IS champagne that's not produced in Champagne, France. I thought they were different. Mind...more
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Feb 05, 2015Jeremy Taylor rated it it was ok · review of another edition
Overall this is a good book, worthy of a four star review. The reason for my two star review is because of Chapter 7, Confronting a Restaurant Wine List. This is the one chapter that obviously is written by people who don't have experience in the area they are talking about and didn't bother to consult with people who do before making some bold assumptions. This chapter is full of misinformation, negative assumptions, and directions on how to conduct yourself in a restaurant that if followed, ma...more
Jan 08, 2019Michael Huang marked it as to-read · review of another edition
[Book rec. from R. Sterling in 'How to Eat around the world']
Jul 20, 2013Rachel rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Wine for Dummies is a great book for both the experienced and novice wine drinker. The Introduction goes through how the book is organized and which parts of the book should be read, depending on what the reader is interested in. Pretty much every aspect of wine is covered -grape varieties, how wine is made and regulated in various countries, how to read a wine label or restaurant wine list, and much more. The really technical information is labeled as such and can easily be skipped.
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Sep 16, 2012Wira Rohandi rated it really liked it · review of another edition
'I only drink Champagne when I'm happy, and when I'm sad. Sometimes I drink it when I'm alone. When I have company I consider it obligatory. I trifle with it if I am not hungry and drink it when I am. Otherwise I never touch it - unless I'm thirsty.' - Madame Lily Bollinger
Jan 28, 2017Lisa rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Packed with good information. Will make a better as need-to-know resource rather than sit down and read cover to cover.
Feb 16, 2013Steven Peterson rated it really liked it · review of another edition
The 'For Dummies' series has been an intriguing enterprise. The use of the term 'Dummies' could be considered offputting--yet the series has obviously done well, as more and more volumes are developed. I have found many of the books useful to me. And this is another in that group.
I know enough about wine to get by. This volume, though, adds a context to my knowledge of wine that I appreciate. The purpose is presented at the outset (Page 1): 'We want you and everyone else to enjoy wine. . .--rega...more
Sep 14, 2012Kimberly rated it liked it · review of another edition
This is a brief introduction to wine for people who normally drink beer, from what glass to use to how to describe flavors this book will help you fake knowledge about wine. Made for the American market for American wine drinkers with only a nod to the most famous European wines, the focus is on Californian wines and Oregon (Really, Oregon? I had no idea they made wine in Oregon). This book will appeal to anyone looking to appear knowledgeable about wine.
We listened to the book while driving fro...more
Dec 01, 2016Alexis rated it liked it · review of another edition
This is a great primer for anyone who wants to learn more about wines and wine terminology. I learned some interesting things and this book explains things clearly and succinctly.
The one thing I realized while reading this is that I actually don't care that much. There are other things in the world that are much more interesting to me.
Sep 27, 2015MÉYO rated it liked it · review of another edition
I read this fascinating book during my wine drinking phase.
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Jun 09, 2019Alan Sanie added it · review of another edition
Are you up to date on today's wine scene?Wine For Dummies, 6th Edition reveals what's in, what's out, and what's new in wine. With new and revised content, this edition of the popular Wine For Dummies text takes you on a tour of emerging and old world wine regions, showcasing the varieties and styles you need to know to stay up to date on today's wine scene. In addition to highlighting wines themselves, this approachable resource offers insight into wine shops, supermarket wine selections, wine...more
Jun 09, 2019Alan Sanie added it · review of another edition
Wine enthusiasts: raise a glass!
The United States is the largest retail wine market in the world and one of the fastest-growing markets in terms of both consumption and production. The market has expanded rapidly in the past few years due to increased consumption, new wine styles, online wine purchasing, and a growing younger population of wine enthusiasts.
In Wine For Dummies, the authors—both recognized wine authorities and accredited Certified Wine Educators—share their expertise, revealin
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Oct 13, 2017Reshma Patel rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
My dad got this book for me as a joke because he knows how much I love my wine. lol I actually ended up reading it and glad I did. I have an even greater appreciation for wine... there is so much to know! It is really easy to read, and I especially liked learning about the different types of wine made all over the world. There is something in here for every level, whether you're a novice or a connoisseur.
Nov 29, 2018Tiago Soares rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
As a wine producer it is important for me not only to know about the type of wines I produce, but also to have knowledge about other wine making regions.
This book delivers great content; easy to read, sometimes funny, and like the title suggest, for dummies.
If you are slightly interested in knowing about regions and some other curiosities about winemaking, this is a good read.
Jun 01, 2019Simon Mirkovic rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Although I'm not that much into wine, being it the theory of it or simply drinking it; I enjoyed reading this book and I actually remembered quite a number of facts so my friends now turn to me and ask what wine to buy.
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Oct 25, 2018Denise rated it really liked it · review of another edition
I read this when I started to get serious about wines and it was great. Easy to read, interesting, and very enjoyable. My favorite thing was learning all the correct pronunciations... nobody wants to be that person at a fancy wine gathering!
Dec 12, 2017Joseph Frazier rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Easy read, entertaining and great for a new wine drinker who wishes to learn about all type's of wine.
Jun 30, 2017Sean rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Dec 16, 2017Adrian rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Everything I expected in a primer. Just in time to get my snob on at the holiday parties.
May 15, 2019Jen rated it really liked it · review of another edition
I really like this book. I would say most people don’t know the information in this book and could benefit from reading it. The title is kind of misleading but I found it very interesting.
Jan 01, 2019Shawn P rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Finally finished this multi-month reading project! Probably my most ambitious self-learning initiative since my business Chinese courses. Now I can tell 'body' from 'finish'...
Jun 19, 2018Christina Marcon rated it liked it · review of another edition
Good! I learned some new things and it was really easy reading!
Feb 04, 2017Adam Rabiner rated it really liked it · review of another edition
You generally know what you are getting with the 'Dummies' series. No fancy illustrations or photographs (though a whole slew of icons 7 icons with various meanings: Real Deal, Remember, Worth the Search, Snob Alert, etc. I have always found these books well written by experts and unpretentious. While I may not like the look of the generic yellow covers, I appreciate the fact that the bland appearance and lack of high production values of these books keeps the price down. When I I've looked to b...more
Jun 04, 2016Elizabeth rated it really liked it · review of another edition
This is a good basic overview of wine and wine purchasing. The book focuses mostly on what labels tell you, myths of wine, and the vocabulary behind the subject.
Critics of the book have pointed out that the authors spend a lot of time focused on the main wine producing areas of the world (France, Italy, California, etc.) and don't get into the smaller production areas. I think that makes sense in a book like this. There is plenty of information for getting you started on decoding variety of grap...more
Dec 29, 2012Krista rated it really liked it · review of another edition
The title of this book might scare you off and that would be a shame. Wine for Dummies is a very informative book, full of great knowledge for newbies and reference information that any wine lover might need to call on. I read the newest edition, which had been updated with extremely current details - always important with this kind of book. I used it as a study guide during my wine course and felt it was a great tool for that. I'm sure I'll be picking this up again when I need a refresher on a...more
Mar 03, 2009Tina Hayes rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
'Wine for Dummies' is a great book for anyone who drinks the fruit of the vine. Experts and newbies alike will learn from this fun, informative book by Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan. Varietals are explained, the top wines of each region around the globe are pointed out, there is a pronounciation guide so we can figure out how to pronounce Pouilly-Fuisse, along with tips on which corkscrews work best. Whether you're looking to find the correct temperature for serving Shiraz or you want to k...more
Apr 21, 2013Fredrick Danysh rated it it was ok · review of another edition
While the authors have wine backgrounds and give some nice backgrounds, the give off the aura of wine snobs. Most of the wines discussed are from Europe, California, or New York giving the impression that these are the two states are the only quality wine producers. There are over a hundred wineries in Texas alone which produce some excellent vintages. Also Duplin County winery in North Carolina and Nissey Winery iin Pennsylvania produce wines better than most of California or New York.
Feb 09, 2011Laura rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Considering how vast the world of wine is, this book is a great place to start. There is loads of practical information presented in an approachable format along with plenty of good advice. I feel way more educated on the topic of wine and found the book full of fascinating content. I can now more confidently select and serve wine and have more fun doing it. In the word's of Major Payne, 'Who's the dummy now?'
Oct 06, 2015Kara rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
A nicely plain approach to wine, with none of the pompousness that scares so many people off, myself included. The author keeps for a main theme: if the wine tastes good to you, drink it, if not, don’t. The rest is really just extras that gives you something to talk about at fancy parties.
A wonderfully irrelevant introduction to the surprisingly not overwhelming world of wine.
Mar 20, 2013Laurie rated it liked it · review of another edition
Good overview of the world of wine. I especially like the appendix for definitions and pronunciation of non-English wine words. The authors also suggest notable producers in the major wine categories. This is helpful in the exploration stage and I have been using their suggestions to good effect.
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