{"product_id":"the-sommelier-prep-course-isbn-9780470283189","title":"The Sommelier Prep Course","description":"While the subject of wine, beer, and spirits continues to grow in popularity, there are very few books that approach the subject in an accessible manner and that also contain the pedagogical features needed by instructors. In addition, most books cover the subject of wine only, while hospitality students need a broader base on knowledge that also includes beer and spirits. After finishing the book, readers will be prepared to take the introductory certification exams of the Court of Master Sommeliers, International Sommelier Guild, and Society of Wine Educators and receive a first-level certification.  \u003cp\u003eDivided into five parts, Gibson covers wine, beer, and spirits. Along with a history of each type of beverage, he also covers how these beverages are produced and manufactured, varieties and styles of these beverages, and food pairings. Most importantly, Gibson covers costing, pricing, merchandising, marketing, and storing wine, along with creating a balanced wine list and table service.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Wine Basics: Fermentation, Grapes, and the Flavor of Wine 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 A Short History of Wine 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Viticulture: The Art and Science of Growing Grapes 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Viniculture: The Art and Science of Making Wine 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Wine Grape Varieties 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Food and Wine Pairing 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Wine Tasting and Sensory Analysis 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Applying Wine Analysis 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 The Wines of France 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 The Wines of Italy 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 The Wines of Spain 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 The Wines of Germany 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 The Wines of Portugal 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 The Wines of Austria, Hungary, Greece, and Other European Regions 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 The Old World and the New World of Wine 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 The Wines of the United States 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 The Wines of Australia 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18 The Wines of New Zealand 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19 The Wines of South Africa 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20 The Wines of Chile 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21 The Wines of Argentina 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22 Emerging Wine Regions Around the World 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23 Beer and the Brewing Process 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e24 Ales, Lagers, and Beer Styles 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e25 Saké, Mead, and Cider 371\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e26 Spirits and Distillation 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e27 Important Styles of Spirits 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e28 Beverage Service and Storage 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e29 Beverage Sales and Wine Lists 421\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAPPENDICES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Answer Key 431\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eB Pronunciation Guide 435\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eC Important Spirit Brands\/Distillers 449\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eD Additional Resources 451\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMICHAEL GIBSON\u003c\/b\u003e is lead instructor for wine and spirits at the Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Scottsdale. He is a certified specialist of wine with the Society of Wine Educators and a certified sommelier with the American Chapter of the Court of Master Sommeliers. He also works in the beverage industry as the director of operations for a wine and spirits distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA complete introduction to wine, beer, and spirits for aspiring sommeliers, bartenders, and wine lovers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're studying for sommelier certification or you're a bartender who wants a better understanding of the beverages you serve, The Sommelier Prep Course offers the best up-to-date information on wine, beer, and all varieties of spirits. This heavily illustrated introductory guide covers New World and Old World wines, viniculture and viticulture, and fermented beverages such as sake, mead, and cider as well as beer and spirits. Students will find powerful study resources, including review questions, key terms, maps, sample wine labels, and a pronunciation guide with more than 1,200 terms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At last, the wine enthusiast has access to a comprehensive work that approaches the wine and spirits culture in laymen's terms and delivers a wealth of detailed information in a format that is a joy to read. Michael Gibson's The Sommelier Prep Course is a must-have reference work for wine lovers and industry professionals alike. Historical and technical information, global diversity, and the often-asked questions are brilliantly addressed in this outstanding work.\"—Bob Foley, Winemaker and owner, Robert Foley Vineyards, Napa Valley, CA\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Any candidate who is in the process of studying for their introductory level certificate will find Mike Gibson's The Sommelier Prep Course very helpful. Mike has taught candidates how to pass this introductory level course for years, and this experience has allowed him to distill everything someone needs to pass this exam.\"—Eddie Osterland, America's first Master Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990344417509,"sku":"NP9780470283189","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470283189.jpg?v=1761787442","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-sommelier-prep-course-isbn-9780470283189","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}