Finding Meaning in Wine A US Blend

"The book, Finding Meaning in Wine by Michael Sinowitz is written from an interesting perspective - interesting in that Mr. Sinowitz is a Professor in the English department at DePauw University in Indiana. He's a wine aficionado, with an obvious interest in going beyond the basics of what wine is about, and a particular interest in what those of us who write about it have to say, and whether it's helpful or not."

"This book is an English Professor's application of literary analysis to wine... this book is interesting, thoughtful, and stimulating. I highly recommend it... In short, Michael Sinowitz's approach to understanding wine writing, wine tasting, and the art and culture of wine is unique and helpful to those of us who do the tasting and writing."

Donald Winkler, International Wine Review

"The most interesting and challenging aspect of Michael Sinowitz's new book, Finding Meaning in Wine, is his argument that our worldview-our personal set of beliefs-often shapes our approach to wine, as growers, makers, journalists or drinkers."

Joshua Greene, Wine & Spirits

"In this complex book about wine in the US, which has an autobiographical flavor, [Sinowitz] reports his conversations with California wine makers and wine writers. An English professor, Sinowitz borrows heavily from literary theory in his discussions, drawing upon cultural, literary, and philosophical perspectives and quoting writers not usually associated with wine such as Roland Barthes and Pierre Bourdieu. In brief, this is a book for intellectuals who enjoy wine and wonder why."

D. M. Fahey, Emeritus, Miami University, Ohio