The Sommelier Prep Course: An Introduction to the Wines, Beers, and Spirits of the World

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Michael Gibson (Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Scottsdale, AZ)

The Sommelier Prep Course

An Introduction to the Wines, Beers, and Spirits of the World

Michael Gibson (Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Scottsdale, AZ)

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English

John Wiley & Sons Ltd
02 April 2010

Cookery, food & drink; Alcoholic beverages

While the subject of wine, beer, and spirits continues to grow in popularity, there are very few books that approach the subject in an accessible manner and that also contain the pedagogical features needed by instructors. In addition, most books cover the subject of wine only, while hospitality students need a broader base on knowledge that also includes beer and spirits. After finishing the book, readers will be prepared to take the introductory certification exams of the Court of Master Sommeliers, International Sommelier Guild, and Society of Wine Educators and receive a first-level certification.

Divided into five parts, Gibson covers wine, beer, and spirits. Along with a history of each type of beverage, he also covers how these beverages are produced and manufactured, varieties and styles of these beverages, and food pairings. Most importantly, Gibson covers costing, pricing, merchandising, marketing, and storing wine, along with creating a balanced wine list and table service.

By: Michael Gibson (Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Scottsdale AZ)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Ltd
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 183mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 658g
ISBN: 9780470283189
ISBN 10: 0470283181
Pages: 480
Publication Date: 02 April 2010
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

MICHAEL GIBSON is lead instructor for wine and spirits at the Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Scottsdale. He is a certified specialist of wine with the Society of Wine Educators and a certified sommelier with the American Chapter of the Court of Master Sommeliers. He also works in the beverage industry as the director of operations for a wine and spirits distributor.