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Adventures in WineAdventures in Wine offers fun, relaxed and informative sessions in wine appreciation. Hosted by the New Zealand Herald's wine writer, Jo Burzynska its small classes aim to demystify the often complex world of wine through sessions focused on the tasting and discussion of key wines. The many different courses offered by Adventures in Wine range from basic wine appreciation to single grape variety master classes, appealing to a broad spectrum of wine lovers from the novice to those with some wine knowledge. Wines featured could be the best from New Zealand to classic international examples for comparison. Adventures in Wine holds regular courses throughout the year in the city of Christchurch and at Seagars at Oxford, as well as creating and tutoring tailor-made courses for businesses and clubs throughout the country. So come with Jo for some Adventures in Wine . . . Wine Class: All you need to know about wine in New Zealand by Jo Burzynska - in bookstores nowJo Burzynska's new book: Wine Class - Everything you need to know about wine in New Zealand, is now out, based on her popular Adventures in Wine classes and wine columns in the New Zealand's Herald's Viva magazine.
What the reviewers say: “Every so often a good wine-appreciation book comes out, but it's rare to find one that is specifically focused for New Zealanders, both beginners and those with a bit more knowledge.” Charmian Smith, Otago Daily Times “Jo's book provides a really warm, friendly and knowledgeable starting point. She gets readers going on all the basics. If you love wine and you want to become more informed this book is the first step.” Peter Morice and Deborah Walton, The Marlborough Express “Her style is very drinker-friendly. If you want to grow your New Zealand wine tasting knowledge and ability, we recommend Wine Class to you.” Raymond Chan, Regional Wines ***** Wine Class takes readers on an entertaining and accessible journey through the many factors influencing wine - from where it's grown and its grapes, to the people that make it. There are also tips on buying, storing and serving wine and matching it with food. Jo believes the best way to learn about wine is through tasting it, so at the end of each chapter she's selected wines that illustrate each chapter's themes that you can try for yourself, plus all the information you need to set up your own fun tastings at home with friends and family. By the end of the
book, readers will have encountered wines made
from most of key grape varieties and regions
available in New Zealand today, in the process
becoming equipped to navigate the often complex
world of wine with confidence. Wine Class by Jo Burzynska -Publisher: Random House - RRP:$39.99 Site last
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