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Reading between the Wines
ISBN: 9780520265332 / Angielski / Twarda / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Acclaimed importer and wine guru Terry Theise, long known for his top-notch portfolio and his illustrious writing, now offers this opinionated, idiosyncratic, and beautifully written testament to wine. What constitutes beauty in wine, and how do we appreciate it? What role does wine play in a soulful, sensual life? Can wines of place survive in a world of globalized styles and 100-point scoring systems? In his highly approachable style, Theise describes how wine can be a portal to aesthetic, emotional, even mystical experienceand he frankly asserts that these experiences are most likely to be...
Acclaimed importer and wine guru Terry Theise, long known for his top-notch portfolio and his illustrious writing, now offers this opinionated, idiosy...
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195,11 zł |
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From Demon to Darling: A Legal History of Wine in America
ISBN: 9780520268005 / Angielski / Miękka / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Richard Mendelson brings together his expertise as both a Napa Valley lawyer and a winemaker into this accessible overview of American wine law from colonial times to the present. It is a story of fits and starts that provides a fascinating chronicle of the history of wine in the United States told through the lens of the law. From the country's early support for wine as a beverage to the moral and religious fervor that resulted in Prohibition and to the governmental controls that followed Repeal, Mendelson takes us to the present dayand to the emergence of an authentic and significant wine...
Richard Mendelson brings together his expertise as both a Napa Valley lawyer and a winemaker into this accessible overview of American wine law from c...
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118,09 zł |
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First Big Crush: The Down and Dirty on Making Great Wine Down Under
ISBN: 9781451613278 / Angielski / Miękka / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The story behind the bottle, "First Big Crush" is Eric Arnold's wild account of his year immersing himself in all things wine...and somehow not winding up in rehab.
Never having held a meaningful job for very long (and getting fired from most of them), Eric Arnold heads to New Zealand -- to Allan Scott Wines -- seeking adventure and hoping to learn a little bit about wine. What could be better than working outside in the fresh air and drinking wine all day? Before he knows it, he is dirty, wet, cold, and at the mercy of a tank of wine that just might explode and take him with it. So begin... The story behind the bottle, "First Big Crush" is Eric Arnold's wild account of his year immersing himself in all things wine...and somehow not windin...
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69,13 zł |
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Vinodiversity - the Book: New grape varieties and wines in Australia
ISBN: 9781451596137 / Angielski / Miękka / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Description of 130 wine grape varieties used in Australia, the wines made from them cross referenced to Australian wineries and regions. As Australian wine consumers tastes change they are demanding new wine experiences. innovative Australian grape growers and wine makers are turning to new varieties and reviving older ones to significantly increase the range of wine varieties available. At the same time consumers are seeking more information about the new varieties. This book provides a guide to the varieties now being used. It is aimed at the adventurous wine lover but will provide a useful...
Description of 130 wine grape varieties used in Australia, the wines made from them cross referenced to Australian wineries and regions. As Australian...
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100,88 zł |
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Whiskey: A Global History
ISBN: 9781861897800 / Angielski / Twarda / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A Manhattan or a Sazerac; neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of soda--no matter how it's served up, whiskey is synonymous with the poet's inspiration and the devil's spirit. Be it bourbon, rye, corn, Irish, or Scotch, whiskey has an infamous and celebrated history from a sometimes lethal, herb-infused concoction to a high-quality, meticulously crafted liquor. In Whiskey, Kevin R. Kosardelivers an informative, concise narrative of the drink's history, from its obscure medieval origins to the globally traded product that it is today. Focusing on three... A Manhattan or a Sazerac; neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of soda--no matter how it's served up, whiskey is synonymous with the poet's inspira... |
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63,37 zł |
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Spirituous Journey: A History of Drink, Book Two
ISBN: 9781907434068 / Angielski / Miękka / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Authors Miller and Brown thought they knew about cocktails. Then they dug deeper.Spirituous Journey: A History of Drink, Book Two has a some surprises in store. Here are just a few: The earliest known use of the word "cocktail" was on Downing Street in London. Red Snapper was a popular brand of pre-mix (spicy clam and tomato) Jerry Thomas returned to London in 1866 and opened a bar in Leicester Square. Tom & Jerry was not named after or invented by Jerry Thomas. By the time he was born, it was slang for a rowdy tavern. When he was three years old, bartenders were already mixing the drink in...
Authors Miller and Brown thought they knew about cocktails. Then they dug deeper.Spirituous Journey: A History of Drink, Book Two has a some surprises...
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82,08 zł |
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The Sommelier's Wineline: What To Look For In Wine
ISBN: 9781449571269 / Angielski / Miękka / 40 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Learn to taste and talk wine like a SOMM Sommelier Richard "Rick" Boufford tells his participants, "tasting wine is a little like magic, once you know the trick, it makes wine fun " In "What To Look For In Wine," Boufford shares in simple terms the hows and whys of the art of wine tasting. After following the simple steps outlined in this easy to follow guide, Boufford guarantees anyone who can smell and taste will not only to appreciate wine, but even more of all the world around them You'll also learn how to take notes, to keep track of all your favorite treasures and see how they change...
Learn to taste and talk wine like a SOMM Sommelier Richard "Rick" Boufford tells his participants, "tasting wine is a little like magic, once you kno...
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48,43 zł |
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Wines You Can Make - A Practical Handbook on How to Make These Cheap and Delicious Wines in One's Own Home
ISBN: 9781445519005 / Angielski / Miękka / 140 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are repub...
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116,17 zł |
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Cooking in Cider
ISBN: 9781445510545 / Angielski / Miękka / 72 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This early work is an interesting read for cookery enthusiasts and historians alike. A cookery book with a difference: You won't find in its pages how to make a suet pudding or how to fry fish and chips, but you will find many dishes that you may previously have thought of as 'ordinary' but which, with the help of cider, can take on a new and piquant flavour. Contents Include: Author's Note, Recipes, Drinks, Herbs and Flavourings, Growing Herbs and Their Storage, Cookery and Household Hints, Specimen Menus, Wines to Serve with Meals. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back...
This early work is an interesting read for cookery enthusiasts and historians alike. A cookery book with a difference: You won't find in its pages how...
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141,99 zł |
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The Wild Vine: A Forgotten Grape and the Untold Story of American Wine
ISBN: 9780307409379 / Angielski / Miękka / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A rich romp through untold American history featuring fabulous characters, The Wild Vine is the tale of a little-known American grape that rocked the fine-wine world of the nineteenth century and is poised to do so again today.
Author Todd Kliman sets out on an epic quest to unravel the mystery behind Norton, a grape used to make a Missouri wine that claimed a prestigious gold medal at an international exhibition in Vienna in 1873. At a time when the vineyards of France were being ravaged by phylloxera, this grape seemed to promise a bright future for a truly American brand of... A rich romp through untold American history featuring fabulous characters, The Wild Vine is the tale of a little-known American grape that rock...
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76,86 zł |
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Bitters: A Spirited History of a Classic Cure-All, with Cocktails, Recipes, and Formulas
ISBN: 9781580083591 / Angielski / Twarda / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Gone are the days when a lonely bottle of Angostura bitters held court behind the bar. A cocktail renaissance has swept across the country, inspiring in bartenders and their thirsty patrons a new fascination with the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make the American cocktail so special. And few ingredients have as rich a history or serve as fundamental a role in our beverage heritage as bitters.
Author and bitters enthusiast Brad Thomas Parsons traces the history of the world s most storied elixir, from its earliest snake oil days to its near evaporation after Prohibition to... Gone are the days when a lonely bottle of Angostura bitters held court behind the bar. A cocktail renaissance has swept across the country, inspiring ...
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107,56 zł |
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Terroir and Other Myths of Winegrowing
ISBN: 9780520276956 / Angielski / Twarda / 328 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "A must-read for any wine grape grower or winemaker who has ever wrestled with the most important myths of winegrowing or debated them with colleagues--and that would be all of us It is also a great read for any wine consumer interested in looking at 'the man behind the curtain, ' so to speak: the myths promoted by wine writers, tasting room staff, sommeliers and other wine gatekeepers."--Wines & Vines"A meticulously researched volume that every serious sommelier should read . . . if only to disagree."--The Somm Journal
Wine is a traditional product with... "A must-read for any wine grape grower or winemaker who has ever wrestled with the most important myths of winegrowing or debated them with colleag...
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141,03 zł |
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Uncorked: The Novice's Guide to Wine
ISBN: 9781596528147 / Angielski / Miękka / 220 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. An easy, informative introduction to the world of wine
If you love wine and are interested to learn more about it, "Uncorked" is the perfect tool to gain a straightforward understanding of the essentials of wine, allowing you to enjoy wine and be at ease in any setting. This entertaining guide is presented in an easy-to-understand format, covering topics on everything from the winemaking process, wine vocabulary, and red wine versus white wine, to tasting and selecting wines for any occasion. With a helpful glossary and brief topic-by-topic chapters, this accessible, snobbery-free guide... An easy, informative introduction to the world of wine
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65,14 zł |
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Wine in the Kitchen: Recipes for the Home Cook
ISBN: 9781453843536 / Angielski / Miękka / 194 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Never pour out leftover wine again Use it to add flavor and sophistication to your cooking instead. Over 125 easy, step-by-step recipes encompass a range of international cuisine. Many are traditional dishes, while others are inventive, but all have a twist - the inclusion of wine to bring out flavor, and replace fat. Recipes are simplified for the everyday home cook with little time for the kitchen. From appetizers to desserts, make dishes such as Wilted Spinach Salad in Red Wine Vinaigrette, Turkey Meatloaf with Red Wine, Wine-Baked Mac & Cheese, Chicken Enchiladas in Red Wine Sauce,...
Never pour out leftover wine again Use it to add flavor and sophistication to your cooking instead. Over 125 easy, step-by-step recipes encompass a r...
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48,38 zł |
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The Hunt For Your Ideal Wine
ISBN: 9781456481612 / Angielski / Miękka / 98 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The World full of experts that want to dictate us what to do and like. The pressure on wine consumer is such that quite often we find good even what we do not really like. This book give the reader the possibility to acquire the knowledge necessary to make up her/his own opinion about what they like. It also gives the reader the knowledge to be able to defy the self nominated experts. It is all about being able to know enough and understand enough to feel comfortable about your own taste and choice. It is the Declaration of Independence of the wine consumer.
The World full of experts that want to dictate us what to do and like. The pressure on wine consumer is such that quite often we find good even what w...
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100,67 zł |
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Ice Cream Happy Hour: 50 Boozy Treats That You Spike, and Freeze and Serve
ISBN: 9781569759318 / Angielski / Miękka / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. INTOXICATINGLY DELICIOUS ICE CREAM Perfect for a fun party treat or special occasion dessert, these homemade frozen delights not only taste amazing, they also serve up a surprising kick--the shot of booze in each cup.
Follow the authors' clever technique by adding a generous pour of spirits to your homemade ice cream and you'll soon be impressing family, friends and party guests with the coolest of 21-and-over desserts. Ice Cream Happy Hour offers sinfully spiked versions of the classics as well as your favorite cocktails churned and chilled: -... INTOXICATINGLY DELICIOUS ICE CREAM Perfect for a fun party treat or special occasion dessert, these homemade frozen delights not ...
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95,89 zł |
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An Article on the Distillation of Wine
ISBN: 9781446534526 / Angielski / Miękka / 26 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. An expert on the subject writes a concise guide to distilling wine. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. An expert on the subject writes a concise guide to distilling wine. T...
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47,30 zł |
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An Article about Wine Making
ISBN: 9781446534564 / Angielski / Miękka / 56 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. An expert on the subject writes a complete guide to wine-making. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. An expert on the subject writes a complete guide to wine-making. This...
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120,48 zł |
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A Pot-Pourri of Diverse Questions Asked about the Wine-Making Process
ISBN: 9781446534632 / Angielski / Miękka / 36 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A collection of frequently asked questions about issues raised during the wine-making process. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
A collection of frequently asked questions about issues raised during the wine-making process. This book contains classic material dating back to the ...
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73,13 zł |
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Making Dry Wines
ISBN: 9781446534502 / Angielski / Miękka / 30 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. An expert on the subject writes a concise guide to making dry wines. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
This book is thoroughly recommended for the professional and amateur winegrower. An expert on the subject writes a concise guide to making dry wines. ...
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68,83 zł |