This is a compact, introductory guide to wines which includes an A-Z directory of wines and wine terms from around the world. Included in this book are topics such as how to interpret wine labels, jargon terms and what you can expect to pay for certain wines and for specific "types" of wine. Also included are helpful maps of all the main regions so that the origins of particular wines can be ascertained at a glance. Helpful advice on storing and serving wine is also provided, as well as advice on which wines to have with which food.