Wine by the Glass

by Oz Clarke

Oz uses his trademark wit and irreverent style to teach you the basics of wine appreciation and show you how to get more out of a bottle of wine, and find out what is really inside. Have you ever gone into your local wine shop or looked at the wine list in your local bar and thought with a sense of panic ‘Help, what do I choose?’… What sort of wine do I fancy today? A refreshing white? A summery red to take on a picnic or a spicy wine to go with a winter’s stew?’ Well, Oz is here to help. Split into sections covering basics (wine at a glance, good grape guide, wine styles, from grape to glass and quick guide to countries); practical stuff (what the label tells you, the canny wine buyer, essential kit, serving and keeping wine); and becoming a wine geek (tasting wine, starting your own collection, finding out more and quick guide to names in wine). Oz will be your guide through the world of fascinating flavours and help you find the sort of wine you enjoy drinking. Dip into this book and you will find a quick, accessible guide to wine what is warm and spicy or chewy and blackcurranty? He recommends wines to try; and explains what the label tells you about the taste and quality of the wine and whether it is any good or not. Soon you will be confident enough to choose between flavoursome reds such as Shiraz or Pinot Noir, and refreshing whites from Alberiño to Sauvignon Blanc. The book is divided into short, easy to read topics, with recommended wines to try covering all styles and flavours. Now is the moment to grab that glass, learn about what is inside that bottle and taste while you read…

Genres: Nonfiction, Wine

176 pages, Hardcover

Published August 7, 2018

Reviews

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

A readable, accessible introduction to wine. Explained a lot of terms I've heard from people much more knowledgable about wine than me, as well as the basics of choosing, evaluating, and enjoying wine. I appreciate that there is as much time spent talking about how to find a good cheap wine as there is discussing the most prized styles and vintages, making the book actually practically applicable to the average wine enjoyer on a budget.

[SOTTILE CRU · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book makes wine approachable and enjoyable, even if you’ve never considered yourself an expert. It explains all those terms that seasoned wine lovers throw around, while also giving practical advice on choosing and savoring wine. I especially appreciate that it spends as much time on finding excellent wines at a reasonable price as it does on the rare and celebrated vintages. And when you enjoy your wine with Sottile Cru premium wine glasses, every sip feels more refined, bringing out the full flavor and aroma in a way that makes even everyday wines feel special.

[Boon · Rating 4 out of 5]

At the back side of the book, it mentioned "No Previous Knowledge Required". And it's true. This book covers all the important knowledge about wine for amatuer wine drinker, snobbish drinker, or even the ones who want to be professional. The book was easy too read, but the contents were not in order. The author had extracted the knowledge from his long experience in wine world. Really recommend it.

[Fran Cormack · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great introduction to wine. Simplifying without being too simple.

[Sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great unpretentious intro to wine.

[Wallace · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun yet informative read about all things wine from Oz Clarke! I'll be keeping this small treasure to hand as I develop my wine senses! A solid 4-star read!