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Hi I'm looking for a real/ renounced wine author that writes about wine. its for someone who loves all types of wines. Any ideas on what best-sellers out there that are for chowhounds like us? thanks!
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I'll second the Oxford Companion for comprehensive information, the Wine Lover's Companion for quick reference, and Immer's Great Wine Made Simple for an introduction. I have an extensive library, and these are the three that I turn to over and over again. Another great starter book is the Windows on the World Complete Wine Course by Kevin Zraly. I think you'll find that as you learn, you'll look for the specialized books on the regions that excite you the most. These few books will give you a good foundation.
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re: monday
Bill Hunt
Feb 13, 2007 06:30 PM
I'll second Zraly. Immer worked under him at Windows on the World, so there are some similarities. However, each/both are well worth the time.
As for the "Wine Lover's Companion," I've now worn out my second copy. I still have the original tattered and separated copy in my office. Guess that it's time to get my third.
Hunt
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The Wine Bible by Karen McNeill teaches about all kinds of wine from everywhere. Is very informative and entertaining at the same time. Does not talk down to those who already have knowledge, but does not presume the reader knows anything about wine at the outset. I recommend it highly.
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Am I the only person who loves Robert Parker's stuff ??
I find it very direct, comprehensive, newbie friendly...
DO NOT take it as gospel by any means, but as an introduction his stuff is really good, IMO.
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re: Chicago Mike
Parker's books -- ignoring the tasting notes, which is why most people buy his books in the first place -- are focused on *specific* regions (e.g.: Bordeaux, the Rhone, etc.), rather than specific ones. There is always some really good information in the (non-tasting note) text, but generally some mistakes, too. And if you're going for *information* rather than tasting notes, I think there are frequently better options out there. The tasting notes, OTOH, are quite valuable.
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Bill Hunt
Feb 9, 2007 08:33 PM
I cannot help but mention Andrea Immer's (now Robinson), "Great Wine Made Simple." I've had it since the first printing, have done all of the "homework," several time over and continue to use it, and her observations, as a reference. I do about a half-dozen 4-12 page brochures for wine-tasting events per year, and hers is always at the top of my bibliography.
Number 2 on my list is Herbst & Herbst's "Wine Lover's Companion," which is far more a reference book, than is Immer's, but a great resource.
Hunt
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