Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine (English edition) by Jamie Goode

Flawless: Understanding Faults in Wine by Jamie Goode is a unique work that closely examines faults in wine. While many books discuss great wine successes, few delve into what can turn a good wine into a disappointing one. This book focuses on wine faults such as cork taint, volatile acidity, and unpleasant aromas that wine lovers and professionals often encounter. But Jamie Goode goes further by questioning the very notion of a fault: are all faults negative, or could some be desirable in certain circumstances?

Using his scientific expertise, Goode explains the causes of these faults in an accessible and comprehensible manner, inviting a new way of thinking about wines. This book proposes to rethink the beauty in a glass of wine and challenges preconceived ideas about wine quality.

Quotes and Testimonials:

SAM HARROP MW, winemaker and author of Authentic Wine, states: "In Flawless, Jamie Goode transforms 'frightening' scientific equations into accessible concepts, allowing for a better understanding of one of the most misunderstood and little-known aspects of wine quality. This book should be on the shelf of any wine professional passionate about their field."

DR. BRIAN CROSER, owner of Tapanappa Wines, adds: "Jamie Goode brilliantly dissects the chemistry and biology of wine, offering us a captivating analysis of faults while enriching our understanding of quality."

This book is an indispensable resource for wine professionals and knowledgeable enthusiasts eager to better understand the mysteries of wine faults and their impact on wine quality.

Features:

• EAN13: 9780520276901
• ISBN: 978-0-520-27690-1
• Publisher: University of California Press
• Publication Date: 09/21/2018
• Number of Pages: 240
• Dimensions: 14 x 21 x 2.3 cm
• Weight: 412 g
• Language: English