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Learn More About Wine from the Experts! Books You'll Love!
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items I always have a book about wine at the ready - we can never learn enough! The selections I've chosen are those I've read. (And FYI, each book is found on Amazon and because I'm an Amazon Affiliate, I receive a small commission from any purchase.)
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Elevate Your Wine Game - Read!
Books With a Focus on Wine Regions
Elevate Your Wine Game - Read!
Read a few books, taste a few wines and you're off and running with newfound wine knowledge! Cheers to that!
I've learned so much from Karen McNeil and you can, too. Before you visit any wine region or open a bottle, be curious and check out the plethora of information she provides.
The Wine Bible, 3rd Edition: MacNeil, Karen
Bold, colorful graphics and an easy to read/understand text make it a snap to learn more about wine.
Wine Folly: Magnum Edition: The Master Guide
Kevin Zraly is one of the icons of the wine world so who better to learn about wine than him?
Kevin Zraly Windows on the World Wine Course
This is the first definitive reference book to describe, region-by-region, how the great wines of Europe should taste. Increase your blind tasting skills or just enjoy the content. And spoiler alert: Raj Parr, one of the authors, is the winemaker for...
The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste: Wine Guide
I have this book and it has *everything* you need to know in a dictionary-style format. All those words the somms throw at you? Look 'em up right here!
The Oxford Companion to Wine
Aldo Sohm is a recognized name in the wine biz and if you're familiar with his wine bar in NYC, you're in! This book is easy to read and explains everything you need to know about wine regions, food and wine, and so much more in a easy-reading format...
Wine Simple: A Guide from a World-Class Sommelier
The author has a podcast, an audiobook and a book for helping each of us leave our snobbery at the door and just be a “real person who loves wine!” Cheers to that!
Wine for Normal People: A Real Guide
I bought this book as soon as it was published and have already learned more than I ever thought! Trust me, if you think you already know everything about white wines, think again. Grab this book!
White Wine: Guide to 50 Essential Varieties
The title says it all yet Ray Isle, author and wine expert, adds much much more. Be inspired!
The World in a Wineglass: Insider's Guide
Absolutely stunning photographs of some of the most beautiful wineries around. Pour a glass and learn more about these incredible spots.
Wineries of the World: Architecture & Viniculture
What really is natural wine? This compreshensive book explains.
Natural Wine: Intro to Organic & Biodynamic
I love the premise of this book, authored by wine expert Tim Hanni. Purchase now!
Why You Like the Wines You Like: New Wine Fundamentals
Books With a Focus on Wine Regions
Specifically about wine regions around the world, pick up these books and get ready for travel!
Cue the Italian food and a great bottle of Italian wine! This will be your Italian wine bible so that you'll be the expert you've always wanted to be! CinCin!
Vino: The Essential Guide to Real Italian Wine
Part of his Exploring Wine Regions series, Michael C Higgins covers California wine regions with detailed info, beautiful photos, tips on where to stay.
The Wine Lover's Bucket List: 1,000 Adventures
Wow! 2 volumes of everything French wine! Immerse yourself in the wine culture and the regions of France then start planning your visit.
The New French Wine: Two-Book Boxed Set
I have this book on the coffee table and love reading it with a glass of Cabernet! So much useful content is shared and you'll want to go to Bordeaux after reading!
Exploring Wine Regions: Bordeaux, France
Pop the bubbly and plan your trip to Champagne! So much knowledge (with maps!) in this book jam-packed with info you'll love.
Champagne: Essential Guide & Map Set
Spanish wines and its regions are in focus in this beautiful book.
Wines of Northern Spain: Galicia to Rioja