Ed McCarthy Livres

Si, au restaurant, vous vous êtes déjà trouvé dans l'embarras face à une carte des vins, ce livre est fait pour vous. Comment choisir une bonne bouteille pour accompagner un plat ? Comment repérer les restaurants qui servent de bons vins ? Comment déguster un vin dans les règles de l'art ? Où acheter un grand cru ? Quels nouveaux crus sont prometteurs ? Dans cette nouvelle édition entièrement révisée et mise à jour, Eric Beaumard livre ses secrets et ses conseils pour vous accompagner dans la découverte et la dégustation des vins. Cet ouvrage vous servira de guide à travers l'univers du vin et fera de vous un réel connaisseur. Un livre à consommer sans modération !

This bestselling guide to wine, now revised and updated, is a must-have for anyone looking to navigate the world of wine with confidence. Recognized with the George Duboeuf Wine Book of the Year award, it has been praised as "smart and totally readable" by Newsday and "crammed with useful, accurate information" by Wine Enthusiast. The authors, wine experts Mary Ewing-Mulligan and Ed McCarthy, have enhanced this accessible resource to reflect the latest trends in the wine industry, including emerging wine regions, new shipping regulations, and the growing popularity of screw-caps. Readers will find essential information for selecting wines at restaurants or stores, alongside an easy-to-understand overview of wine grapes and production processes. The guide also includes a comprehensive survey of global wine regions and producers, tasting tips, food pairing advice, and recommendations for affordable wine storage solutions. With their extensive experience, including teaching at New York's International Wine Center, the authors provide invaluable insights to help both novices and seasoned enthusiasts enjoy wine to the fullest.

Wine enthusiasts and novices, raise your glasses! The #1 wine book has been extensively updated! Whether you're a connoisseur or new to wine, this guide will elevate your knowledge and experience. It covers the basics, including types of wine and the winemaking process. Key topics include how to handle snooty wine clerks, navigate restaurant wine lists, decipher labels, and open stubborn bottles. You'll learn how to sniff, taste, store, pour, and pair wine with food. Explore four white wine styles: fresh and unoaked, earthy, aromatic, and rich and oaky. Discover four red wine styles: soft and fruity, mild-mannered and medium-bodied, spicy, and powerful full-bodied and tannic. Delve into the "Old World" of wine, featuring regions like France, Italy, and Spain, as well as the "New World" including Australia, Chile, and South Africa. U.S. wines from California, Oregon, Washington, and New York are also highlighted, alongside sparkling wines and dessert options like sherry and port. Authors Ed McCarthy and Mary Ewing-Mulligan provide practical insights in an easy-to-understand style. Look for Real Deal symbols that identify good wines at lower prices and a Vintage Wine Chart with detailed information. This edition is not just a valuable reference; it's an enjoyable read—full-bodied yet light, rich yet crisp, and robust yet refreshing.