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\"The<\/a>The Good Life Guide to Enjoying Wine<\/em> slashes through the pretensions so often associated with wine. In one afternoon reading and tasting, you’ll find\u00a0the answers to the most frequently asked questions that the author has heard while teaching about wine in California.<\/span><\/p>\n

You’ll learn how to describe the styles of wine you like best as well as practical advice on navigating restaurant wine lists, buying wine at the store, pairing wine and food and getting the most value out of every dollar you spend on wine.<\/p>\n

Published by TasteWine in 2006,\u00a0The Good Life Guide to Enjoying Wine<\/em> is no longer in print. While some of the material within is dated, much of it is relevant to consumers who are starting their wine journey.\u00a0 Used copies are still available; follow the link below to find one for yourself.\u00a0 Only 96 pages and 5×8 inches in size, the Library Journal calls it “A commonsense, pocket-sized primer to suit time-pressed wine newbies.”<\/p>\n

Hardcover, $13.95, ISBN-10 061555637X and ISBN-13 9780615556376<\/p>\n