Freebie Friday: The Sipping Point book

| 31 July 2009

sippingpointFor whatever reason, wine is regarded as an elitist beverage while beer is not (hence the ubiquitous and annoying Joe Six-Pack i.e. average guy from fall's election season). It doesn't help that most people, obnoxious egocentric jerks aside, are afraid to even offer an opinion on wine lest they look stupid. Wine Coach Laurie Forster's book The Sipping Point is an easy intro into the complex world of wine, answering such questions as how to get a broken cork out of a bottle and how to read a wine list as long as the NYC phone book.

We've got three copies to give away, so there will be three lucky winners this week.

Enter to win The Sipping Point--just leave a comment on the site with your burning wine-related question!

Read the contest rules (short version: one entry per person, must be 21 or older and have a U.S. mailing address, enter by midnight Eastern time the following Thursday).

You made us hungry with mouthwatering descriptions of your favorite Chinese food. Congratulations to Sandy of Springdale, Arkansas, and Kelly of Manhattan, Illinois, winners of Chop Suey.

Web find of the week: For brides-to-be, recycled wine cork keychain favors.

PSA: Please drink responsibly, and never drink and drive.

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written by Kevin , July 31, 2009
Here is my "burning wine question"...why don't more wineries put food pairing suggestions on their back labels?
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written by Sarah Beth Michels , July 31, 2009
Why does Hollywood still insist on showcasing people smelling the cork after a bottle of wine is opened? If i wanted to smell wet wood I'd go outside after it rained!
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written by Sandy , July 31, 2009
This is the book I need! Would love to add it to my library!
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written by Lorrie S. LeBeaux , July 31, 2009
Why don't all wine websites have a pairing guide to go with their wines including herbs, veggies, cheese, etc.
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written by Helen , July 31, 2009
Where would one find a good pronunciation guide?
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written by Abbey , July 31, 2009
What is the best pairing with normal food such as pizza, chinese take out and BBQ?
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written by Dacia , July 31, 2009
I'd love to know a good inexpensive sparkling wine, and a way to make the fizziness in an open bottle last more than a day!
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written by Lynne , July 31, 2009
I would like to know what determines the price of a bottle of wine? Is it the grapes, the location, the name of the vineyard, etc..., etc...?
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written by sandy , July 31, 2009
ok the best with idea is great..why not on the back for wine morons like me say dry, sweet, bitter- goes well with fish, cheeseburgers, whipped cream and cherries, etc
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written by susan varney , July 31, 2009
is a sipper or tippler
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written by Susan C , July 31, 2009
I wonder why old wine is so expensive-doesn't it turn to vinegar?
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written by Karen E , July 31, 2009
What weather condition has the greatest impact on the flavor of the wine?
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written by Rita M , August 01, 2009
Since wine is sold in so many places now (Costco, Target etc.) where do you really get the best "bang for your buck" while still getting a decent tasting wine?
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written by Debbie Criss , August 01, 2009
This would be a great present for my son who has his barter license. Please enter me, thank you
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written by Kris T. , August 01, 2009
If screw-cap bottles keep wine fresher, why aren't more producers using them? Thanks for the chance to win!
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written by chris , August 01, 2009
any 1 area making the "best" wines?
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written by Angela J , August 01, 2009
Is it really chill white wine, serve red at room temperature?
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written by Rose Alexis , August 02, 2009
Is wine better tasting chilled or at room temperature?
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written by Kris , August 02, 2009
This sounds like a great book I would love to have. Thank you!
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written by Mary M. , August 03, 2009
Do I really need to open wine to "let it breathe"? How long? White and red both?
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written by Kimberly , August 03, 2009
I am new to wine, and would love to know which varrities I'm supposed to enjoy chilled. I chil it at home, but am always offered room temperature at other homes, so I'm not sure I'm doing it right. :)
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written by Cynthya P , August 04, 2009
What countries are producing the best wine?
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written by emily l , August 04, 2009
Why does everyone make fun of people drinking white zinfandel. :) I think it tastes delicious!
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written by meg , August 04, 2009
I'd love to know of a "lighter" red wine, besides Merlot.
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written by Jason Nickolay , August 04, 2009
Why don't more wines try to partner with foods to match up the perfect meal.

jason(at)allworldautomotive(dot)com
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written by barbara wright , August 04, 2009
I'd like to know if people can really taste the difference in wines or if they just assume it's good because it's expensive
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written by Larry , August 05, 2009
If no obvious effects (leaks, ullage, sedimentation), how noticeable a difference are various bottles stored in non-optimal conditions (raised temperature, temperature fluctuation, vibration) vs. optimal cellar conditions?
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written by Erma H , August 05, 2009
What wine tastes the best.
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written by sarah , August 05, 2009
where does the best merlot come from?
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written by Kim H. , August 05, 2009
Why are wines in boxes supposed to be 'bad'?
Also, if you're new to wine, how to you go about learning about them?
I figure the answer to this and some of the other questions here in the comments will be explained by the book.
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written by Louis Willhauck , August 05, 2009
thanks. forthe vine..let's get drunk.
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written by Ed Nemmers , August 05, 2009
What are tannins?
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written by Christine , August 05, 2009
How long do wines really need to be chilled before drinking for the best taste? Thank you, I'd love to win this book and learn.
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written by gloria , August 05, 2009
How long does wine have to be aged before it's better to the taste?
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written by Joanne Schultz , August 06, 2009
I'd like to see something on the wine bottles about the tanins. I prefer white wines, but some red ones are ok. I find that the lower the tanin content, the more I like it.
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written by maja , August 06, 2009
what is the most expensive wine ever
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written by Kate , August 06, 2009
I really want to know why one smells the cork rather than the actual wine?
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written by samuel Connell , August 06, 2009
can you all please help in getting wine into grocery stores in TENNESSEE?

http://www.redwhiteandfood.com/
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written by Bridget Combs , August 06, 2009
Why aren't more red wines chilled? Funny that the red wines that are supposed to be chilled (which are very few, to my knowledge) I like but if I chill one that isn't suppose to be, I don't like it. White wines for me!
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written by Buddy Garrett , August 06, 2009
My burning question is of all the regions claiming their wine is the best which region has the best wine?
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written by Gianna , August 06, 2009
Does the alcohol in wine really cook out when you cook with it?
How long does that take?
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written by kathleen yohanna , August 06, 2009
Does the indentation on the bottom of the bottle indicate the quality of the wine.
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