History of Wine Words
An Intoxicating Dictionary of Etymology & Word Histories from Glass & Bottle
By Charles Hodgson
(P2peak Press, Paperback, 9780981122403, 208pp.)
Publication Date: March 2009
Categories: Etymology, Reference, Beverages - Wine & Spirits
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Description
A collection of nearly 400 of the words you use when you enjoy wine, shop for wine or discuss wine with your friends; along with the origins and stories behind the words. The names of wines, grapes and vineyards are explored and bring to life fascinating vignettes from the development of our ancient wine traditions as well as illuminating our habits of speech.











