Completely updated with information on more than 800 of the country's top-selling wines (100 more than were included in the 2006 edition), Andrea Robinson's buying guide is dedicated to the best-quality, most popular, and most readily available wines found in stores and restaurants. In addition to giving the lowdown on taste and value, this compact resource is packed with unique features such
·Candid "from the trenches" comments from consumers and wine pros alike
·Results of "kitchen survivor test," revealing how each wine fares as a leftover
·Robinson's Best Bets or solving every buying dilemma, from hip wines to impress a date to blue-chip choices for a client
·Listing of the years' top-performing wines at every price level, from steal to splurge
"Great for wine newbies. I compared this to several other wine books and this one had the most accessible descriptions and reviews. She covers the major red and white varietals and describes DIY wine tasting, and good techniques for trying wines at restaurants. The brands are those readily available, even in lousy Pennsylvania. My favorite part is her countertop guide: Wines are graded from Average (C) to A+ based on how many days they last after opening. A plus means they get better over time."