Such an informative, rich read. The history is digestible and easy to read and the recommendations make me want to run to a wine shop and try the wine right away. I really enjoyed that the author does not talk down to the reader (like other wine books that I have read before!) Overall, this is a great read with lots of new wines to try!

In "The World in a Wineglass," Ray Isle embarks on a delightful journey through the world of wine, offering readers a comprehensive guide to choosing not only delicious but also environmentally friendly wines that won't break the bank. With a witty sense of humor and a deep understanding of wine, he provides valuable insights into the world of winemaking, making this book a must-read for wine enthusiasts.
The book goes beyond traditional wine descriptions, reviews and scores. He emphasizes the importance of how a wine is made and who makes it, highlighting that these factors significantly impact everyone's drinking experience. His easy-to-understand explanations and engaging writing style make complex concepts, such as sustainability in winemaking, accessible to all readers. He encourages us to approach wine shopping with the same mentality as we do for organic food, stressing the significance of maintaining a discerning eye when choosing our bottles.
This is a brilliant exploration of wine that takes readers on a global tour of independently owned wineries. From France's Burgundy to Oregon's Willamette Valley to New Zealand,
Argentina and Chile, the author introduces us to the passionate vintners behind these wines, providing vivid descriptions of their creations. His enthusiasm for sustainably and organically produced wines shines through, emphasizing how a glass of wine can express its origin and the essence of its maker.
Isle's book is a treasure trove for wine lovers looking to discover unusual and undiscovered varieties without breaking the bank. Whether you're a fan of hearty Cabernet Sauvignon, crisp Chardonnay, or adventurous selections, this accessible guide opens a window to a fascinating world of wine, making it an essential read for anyone passionate about the art of winemaking.

This book is great for those people who love wines! The author gives the reader a history of wine and the way it is processed, It was very informative.

The World in a Wine Glass by Ray Isle is a very informative and enjoyable book about all that transpires behind the scenes before the wine enters your glass.
As someone who often opts for organic foods, I have to confess I never thought to extend this practice to wine. Isle’s point that wine is not a a staple and therefore there’s no need for the same mass farming was really eye opening. He’s so right! I make sure to eat organic strawberries and apples but I don’t think twice about grapes that make my wine.
Isle educates about the differences between sustainable, organic, biodynamic, and regenerative and how to research these.
My favorite part of the book though was learning to describe wine, by its stories, rather than a point system. It’s so much more appealing to learn who made the wine, how the grapes were farmed, how the wine was made, and why the vintner chose their process.
Isle calls attention to the fact that each of experience wine in different ways because we have different experiences that go with it.
This book encouraged me to go out enjoy wine and the experience but not to forget to do some background checking into the history/origin.
Isle also included an extensive section on wineries he’s visited or has a relationship with the owners and can verify their process. I thought this portion was interesting but I would have liked pictures to break up the text. Maybe in the final version there will be, but in the ARC, it was a lot of description and some images to highlight and complement those descriptions would have been appreciated.

Thank you NetGalley and Scribner for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

This book gives an insight on not just opinions of everything wine but also how things work in the wine world. The author broke down a short summary of the history of wines and the process and the point scores, etc. It was informative but it was also like if I was in someone's mind reading every thought they had and it made it seem like I was listening to someone rather than reading it from a book. I recommend this to wine lovers everywhere!