How to Become a Wine Connoisseur in 60 Minutes or Less

In Alain Merheje’s book, How to Become a Wine Connoisseur in 60 Minutes or Less you will find information on many entry topics into the art of wine, including: red versus white, the stages of production, oak storage, wine-growing regions, the types of wine, how to recognize the grape variety from the wine colour, the terroir concept (grape variety, production method, micro climate and topography), varietal vs blends and much more, all simply and engagingly explained. Alain Merheje’s aim was to write a book that in an hour of reading would provide the basics of wine right down to the many little-known tips; such as how to tell if a wine has gone bad even before you open the bottle. So, ‘If you’re looking to learn just enough to sound like a real connoisseur, impress your friends or dazzle your guests, then look no further.’

Born in Syria to a Lebanese father and French mother of Italian descent, Alain Merheje was educated in Lebanon before relocating to London, where he held various posts in the advertising industry. This took him all over the world. Eventually, he settled in Cyprus and now indulges in his passion for wine, writing and photography. His previous works include a children's story and a comic novel.