Location: Home » Wine Books » Spirits » Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained, New Edition

The Oenophile Network Blog & Forum Links

Wine Blog
Wine Forum

Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained, New Edition

enlarge

Author: David Bird
Publisher: The Wine Appreciation Guild
Category: Book

List Price: ~~$39.95~~
Buy New: $25.03
You Save: $14.92 (37%)

New (21) Used (9) from $25.03

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

11 reviews
Sales Rank: 22742

Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 265
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.8 x 0.9

ISBN: 1891267914
Dewey Decimal Number: 641
EAN: 9781891267918
ASIN: 1891267914

Publication Date: July 1, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: Brand new Item. CD, DVD, Book, VHS more than 400 000 titles to choose from. ALL days Low Price !

Also Available In:

•	Paperback - Understanding Wine Technology: The Science of Wine Explained

Similar Items:

•	The Science of Wine: From Vine to Glass
•	The Oxford Companion to Wine, 3rd Edition
•	Winery Technology and Operations:A Handbook for Small Wineries
•	The World Atlas of Wine: Completely Revised and Updated, Sixth Edition (World Atlas of Wine)
•	From Vines to Wines: The Complete Guide to Growing Grapes and Making Your Own Wine

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Understanding Wine Technology was originally written for students of the diploma examination of the Wines & Spirits Education Trust in the United Kingdom, and the Master of Wine examination as set by the Institute of Masters of Wine. However, this is the only book to explain the complexities of the science and technology of wine in simple terms, and therefore fills a gap in the large market of wine information by making wines technical mysteries accessible to those with no scientific education. This new edition brings the literature up-to-date, relaying in its plainspoken tradition the recent advances in wine science and technology. The topics covered range from the secrets of the vineyard, the processing of grapes to produce juice, the intricacies of fermentation, stabilization of the resulting wine, treatments, quality control and quality assurance, and bottling.

Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars

Great Wine tech book June 19, 2008
I purchased this book for a course I will take in winemaking and finished the book before the class started. Good layman's description of the art and technology of wine making for the beginner winemaker who wants to start learning more than just hobbyist level.

5 out of 5 stars

Great introduction to wine production for the beginner. February 28, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This book is a great introduction to wine science for the non-scientist. It is well written and thorough. While it's not a book for someone who's looking for information on how to troubleshoot problems in the winery or find answers to exactly what kind of equipment would be best for their unique situation, it does explain many different types of equipment, wine-making techniques, and the science behind the process. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in working in or starting up a winery.

1 out of 5 stars

This Book Is FILLED With Errors! November 27, 2007
5 out of 8 found this review helpful

This book is filled with misleading technical information. I am an enologist, and would NOT recommend it for anyone seriously interested in wine making. Wine textbooks may be more expensive, but they are comprehensive and present the correct, full, scientific information.

5 out of 5 stars

Winemaking for non-Winemakers November 24, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

Contrary to popular belief, this is not a winemaking textbook, rather it is a great look into the process of winemaking as it would pertain to a wine industry employee or wine expert. Anyone seriously trying to make wine should either view 'From Vines to Wines' by Jeff Cox (for home winemakers) or attend UC Davis (for large scale winemakers).

As a Master of Wine student, I have found this to be a great addition to my wine library. Paired with the Oxford Wine Companion and Halliday's 'The Art and Science of Wine' this makes for a solid read.

Pros: beautiful diagrams, great writing, wonderful knowledge
Cons: some topics lack depth, paperback

5 out of 5 stars

Great basic introductory book November 12, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Excellent book, covers a very good breadth of topics including many that my other books don't cover. Not extremely in-depth, but it covers the topic completely. I would highly recommend it.

Powered by Associate-O-Matic

Customer Service

Contact Customer Service
Ordering
Tracking Your Package
Shipping Information
Domestic Shipping Rates
International Shipping Rates
Returns
Gifts & Gift Certificates
Privacy & Security

Subcategories

•	Mass Market
•	Trade

Untitled Document Disclaimer: This is an Amazon storefront - the products referenced on this site are manufactured and sold by parties other than the Oenophile Network. The Oenophile Network makes no representations regarding either the products or any information vendors offer about their products. Any questions, complaints, or claims regarding the products must be directed to the appropriate manufacturer or vendor, or to Amazon.com.