Good Grape Wine Company

While it's true that I am a fan of Mr. Johnson's previous offerings I found this to be an indispensable guide due to it's size and "off-the-cuff" sense of humour that permeates the book. Obviously Hugh Johnson knows from which he speaks and is most comfortable in relaying information without seeming arrogant or smug. Something I haven't always been able to say regarding other "so-called" experts books on wine.

As to the book itself...very well done. Wonderful photographs, I especially enjoyed the section on corkscrews, and info that not only the layman could use but anyone who considers himself a fan of the Viticulture! Other chapters include the proper way of openig a bottle of wine, serving, tasting and judging.All pertinent information!

Overall, if you count yourself as one who doesn't wish to spend a lot of your hard earned dollars on a cumbersome, thick book on wines (Mr. Johnson has written those as well, and I have that also!)than pick up a copy of "Hugh Johnson's How To Enjoy Your Wine" and while it may not have everything you may need to know it will get you through an evening out in your favorite restaurant. ENJOY!!


Short.....but Sweet!!   November 11, 2001
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

What a truly wonderful small book!

While it's true that I am a fan of Mr. Johnson's previous offerings I found this to be an indispensable guide due to it's size and "off-the-cuff" sense of humour that permeates the book. Obviously Hugh Johnson knows from which he speaks and is most comfortable in relaying information without seeming arrogant or smug. Something I haven't always been able to say regarding other "so-called" experts books on wine.

As to the book itself...very well done. Wonderful photographs, I especially enjoyed the section on corkscrews, and info that not only the layman could use but anyone who considers himself a fan of the Viticulture! Other chapters include the proper way of opening a bottle of wine, serving, tasting and judging.All pertinent information! Perhaps what I enjoyed most from this book is simply that it doesn't pretend to be anything more than a small serving of information that will help you enjoy that bottle of wine that you've just purchased and want to get the most of. No pretense here....just good,solid information at your fingertips. Bravo!

Overall, if you count yourself as one who doesn't wish to spend a lot of your hard earned dollars on a cumbersome, thick book on wines (Mr. Johnson has written those as well, and I have that also....and so should you!) than pick up a copy of "Hugh Johnson's How To Enjoy Your Wine" and while it may not have everything you may need to know it will get you through an evening out in your favorite restaurant. ENJOY!!