Why is the subject wine mostly handled with such deadly seriousness? Wine stands for enjoyment, pleasure, relaxed togetherness, and amusing conversation. This "spirit of wine" has inspired our author and photographers and convinced them to abandon endless views of slopes of vineyards, wineries, barrels, and bottles. Instead, they offer surprising, astounding and amusing views. Along the way, you will effortlessly learn a lot that’s worth knowing about red wines of many styles and from many countries. This crash-course answers all question regarding the subject of wine with witty text complemented by comical illustrations.