'Wine 101' delivered, miraculously, in a distinctive new 'bottle' - all the basics of choosing, serving, appreciating, and where and how it's made, in a welcomingly browsable (and totally gift-y) format, with illustrations at once charming and informative - perfect for both newcomers and know-it-all wine nerds.
Welcome to Wine pairs the expertise of a certified wine specialist with the accessibility of a blog to create an easy-to-understand, all-you-need-to-know introductory guide to wine. Author Madelyne Meyer takes her notes from years of wine education, often more illustrations than text, and explains them to wine novices and wine lovers alike. Her detailed illustrations make the text extremely accessible, with images to reinforce the information she provides on nearly every spread. The book is organized into four sections: the basics (from wine glasses and serving temperature to food and wine pairings and coping with hangovers), taste (from "the eye" and "the nose" to how to form an overall impression), wine growing (with a dozen full-page maps), and wine making (where Meyer's superb hand-drawn infographic-style illustrations illuminate exactly how red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines are made). With over two hundred color illustrations, Meyer teaches all wine drinkers, regardless of their prior knowledge, more about one of humankind's oldest and most-appreciated beverages.
“This cheerful wine primer makes for an all-around enjoyable and easy-to-swallow experience. The ample illustrations are simple, colorful, and fun.”
—Publishers Weekly “
Welcome to Wine is an engaging and delightful primer to savoring the world—and flavors—of wine. I gulped it down!”—
Bianca Bosker, author of
Cork Dork “All that you need to jump-start your own wine education is tucked into this lively, user-friendly primer. From terroir to tertiary aromas, Madelyne Meyer hasn’t missed a thing. And her witty drawings, sprinkled through these pages, are sure to make you grin.” —
Peter Hellman, author of
In Vino Duplicitas: The Rise and Fall of a Wine Forger Extraordinaire “
Welcome to Wine is the guide all creative souls have been waiting for. As someone who learns visually, Madelyne's illustrations are not only charming, but incredibly helpful. Wine is an art and a science, and this book beautifully combines both into an easy-to-understand reference guide. I cannot recommend it enough!”—
Paige Comrie, wine expert, photographer, and blogger, @winewithpaige
“I love this fresh approach to wine education! Wine is supposed to be fun, and this book makes a seemingly daunting topic accessible and enjoyable. Pair this book with a glass of your favorite red or white!”—
Cecily Gamba, wine blogger and influencer, @youhadmeatbordeaux
“Colorful, comical, and easy to digest, Madelyne’s down-to-earth approach to wine education does away with pretense and demystifies the basics. The perfect primer for budding wine enthusiasts.”—
Jana Kreilein, sommelier, wine blogger, and influencer, @the.wine.girl
