{"product_id":"wine-for-dummies-9781394320073","title":"Wine for Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBecome a wine connoisseur with this fun guide to the complex world of wine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWine For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e helps you explore everything there is to know about wine--the different regions, types, flavor profiles, pairing techniques, and beyond. This edition is updated with the latest, must-know wine varieties and styles, so you can start building your collection (or just know what to order when you're out at restaurants) and discover pro tips on how to sip, share, and store it. This fruitful reference includes a new section full of vocabulary you'll need to describe your wine, plus a guide to all the key wine regions around the world, including the U.S. You'll also discover how apps and social media can enhance your enjoyment of this popular beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the basics of winemaking in the vineyard and in the cellar\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the best wine for any occasion, budget, or food pairing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about buying, storing, and collecting wine--plus, considerations for building your own cellar\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStart serving wine like a sommelier by mastering temperatures, opening techniques, and glassware\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor beginning and intermediate wine enthusiasts seeking a down-to-earth book about all things wine, \u003ci\u003eWine For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect choice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichelle Grant, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e is a Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS)-certified sommelier and founder of Era Wine Bar in Mount Rainier, MD. She is a wine writer, wine educator, and food and wine pairing expert with a focus on international cuisines. Michelle is a CMS advanced sommelier candidate and certified Italian Wine Ambassador. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMary Ewing-Mulligan\u003c\/b\u003e is the first woman in America to become a Master of Wine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEd McCarthy\u003c\/b\u003e was a Certified Wine Educator.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51454126326034,"sku":"9781394320073","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ba5b8935-fc3e-4f77-9bc2-019e938b42ae.jpg?v=1751996469","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/wine-for-dummies-9781394320073","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}