Windows on the World Complete Wine Course

In the clear, engaging style that has made this comprehensive book a national and international favorite for more than three decades, Kevin Zraly—America's ultimate wine educator and the creator of the Windows on the World Wine School—demystifies every aspect of wine: from grape varieties and their flavors, types of wines, and how they’re produced, to the latest developments in the winemaking industry, how to read a wine label, and the physiology of smell and taste. Covering the world of wine from the renowned reds of Burgundy and California to the cutting-edge whites of Washington State and New Zealand, this newly revised and expanded edition features lush new photographs, a wealth of enlightening infographics, clear maps of each region, guided tastings, and the best value wines for each country, and hundreds of labels to help you identify wines worth tasting. Completing this must-have volume are notes on food pairings, frequently asked questions, a directory of resources, and a glossary of select terms. This 2017 edition introduces a fresh new interior design, the latest vintages to savor, and much more for beginners and experts alike.The Windows on the World Complete Wine Course will give you all the tools you need to discover and enjoy the perfect wines for you.

Kevin Zraly is the founder and teacher of the Windows on the World Wine School, which has graduated more than 20,000 students in nearly 40 years, as well as the Sherry-Lehmann / Kevin Zraly Wine Club and master classes. His Windows on the World Complete Wine Course (Sterling Epicure) has sold more than three million copies, making him the world’s bestselling wine author. He has received the James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award and the European Wine Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award, among numerous others, and has been featured in GQ, The New York Times, Newsweek, People, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, and other publications. He lives in New York.