The Wine Lover's Apprentice: Words of Wisdom for Would-Be Oenophiles

Chatty, breezy and full of insider tips, The Wine Lover’s Apprentice is the wine book for people who want to learn about wine but don’t know where to start.

The Wine Lover’s Apprentice has an informal tone and relaxed approach while offering practical, real-world strategies for ordering wine in a restaurant or picking a bottle from the shelf. The book also addresses serving and storing wine and includes a chapter on “What You’re Tasting When You Taste Wine.”

The second half of the book explores the world’s major wine regions. Each begins with a single sentence that summarizes the area followed by a list of the major grapes. It also highlights the best appellations and value regions within that area, making it a valuable ongoing reference.