The art of wine

Resumen

Wine may be one of the most versatile beverages in history (second only to water in symbolism and use) and the accoutrements of wine have enjoyed the same unique platform as the wine itself. From religious ceremonies to Carnival festivities, the ceremonial unicorking and pouring of a bottle of wine has played an important role in both ritual and party, and the vessels and decanters that held this luminous drink have played hust as important of a role. Filled with more than 120 full-color photographs- this volume celebrates the beautifully designed and carefully crafted accessories that have made wine a pleasure. You will discover why wine accessories have become as much of a collectors item as the wine itself!