Cork Dork, A wine-fueled journey into the art of sommeliers & the science of taste (English edition) by Bianca Bosker

Cork Dork, written by professional journalist and wine enthusiast Bianca Bosker, is a deep dive into the extraordinary world of sommeliers and the science of taste. This bestseller from the New York Times offers a fresh perspective on a subculture where the quest for flavor becomes an obsession, and where sensory abilities sometimes seem to surpass mere human capability.

In this captivating and humorous narrative, Bosker recounts her journey through clandestine tasting groups, exclusive New York City restaurants, mass wine production factories, and even an experience with an MRI to explore the secrets of flavor perception. Her investigation is driven by one essential question: what makes wine so special?

As the pages turn, the reader is taken on surprising, sometimes counterintuitive discoveries about the world of wine, whether it's in tasting techniques, the nuances of grape varieties, or the way wine is marketed and perceived by enthusiasts and experts alike.

Cork Dork follows in the footsteps of books like Kitchen Confidential, offering an incisive and entertaining look at a often misunderstood universe. You will never choose a bottle at a restaurant in the same way after uncovering the intricacies of sommelier work.

This book is not only a guide to understanding wine tasting, but also a reflection on the human obsession with sensory perfection. Through her encounters with passionate experts and her own discoveries, Bosker manages to answer a question many ponder: is wine really that important?

Item Features:

• Title: Cork Dork, A wine-fuelled journey into the art of sommeliers & the science of taste
• Author: Bianca Bosker
• Publisher: Allen and Unwin
• EAN13: 9781760632205
• ISBN: 978-1-76063-220-5
• Publication Date: 09/21/2017
• Number of Pages: 352
• Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.9 x 2.6 cm
• Weight: 328 g
• Language: English