There's a lot more to wine and food pairing than memorizing a few simple rules. The true connoisseur knows the subtleties...and in this book, a wine expert shares his secrets.- What wines accompany which foods-and how to choose- Essays, advice, and comments from award-winning chefs- Covers each course-from entree to dessert, from simple meals to exotic favorites- Interviews with famous wine connoisseurs on understanding and appreciating wines- Information on wine-making and maps of the world's major wine regions- Resource guide to finding the best wine-specialty shops- Glossary of wine/food terms and advice on how to "read" wine lists- A primer on the complete history of wine- Making sense of labels, vintage years, and the best regions