SONDRA BARRETT | Akateeminen Kirjakauppa

Wine's Hidden Beauty blends art, science and mystical aspects of wine. With the microscope as the starting point, scientist-photographer Sondra Barrett takes you on an illuminating journey into wine and life. This unique book explores the mysteries of chemical transformation, aging and vitality, what shapes our taste and language, and offers new ways to appreciate wine. A visually compelling book, it provides accessible information on winegrowing and tasting wine plus the role of wine in health and cultivating community. It also explores why has the grape had a cult-like status for centuries, why part of sacred rituals.