An irresistible compendium of corkscrews, celarettes, decanters, funnels, stemware, coasters, and myriad other accessories and accountrements, all presented in gorgeous full-color photography, our Art of Wine is a delicious gift for every oenophile. Illustrating tools and traditions, it also provides background on proper wine storage and serving etiquette.
Wine may be one of the most versatile beverages in history-second only to water in symbolism and use-and the accoutrements of wine have enjoyed the same unique platform as the wine itself. From religious ceremonies to Carnival festivities, the ceremonial uncorking and pouring of a bottle of wine has played an important role in both ritual and party, and the vessels and decanters that held this luminous drink have played just as important of a role. Here is a celebration of those implements that help make wine such a pleasure to drink. The satisfying twist of a corkscrew, the imbued light from a perfectly contoured glass, these and many other aspects of wine pouring, storing, and tasting make wine more than a beverage. It becomes an experience!
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An irresistible compendium of corkscrews, celarettes, decanters, funnels, stemware, coasters, and myriad other accessories and accountrements, all presented in gorgeous full-color photography, our Art of Wine is a delicious gift for every oenophile. Illustrating tools and traditions, it also provides background on proper wine storage and serving etiquette.