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- AlyssaJoy - 11-17-2007
Hello! I'm wondering if any of you would be willing to do me a favor...
I'm very interested in working in the service industry, and I realize that knowledge of wines is an important factor here.
I don't know the first thing about wines--I couldn't tell the difference between bourdeaux (sp?) and cranberry juice. But before I start working at a restaurant, I'd like to have at least a basic knowledge in this area. I want to be GOOD at what I do! [img]http://wines.com/ubb/smile.gif[/img]
I honestly don't even know where to start--that's why I'm posting here. What do I need to know? Names, dates, "best" vs. "worst" wines, terminology? Help!
Thanks so much for your help!!! [img]http://wines.com/ubb/smile.gif[/img]
- Innkeeper - 11-17-2007
Hi Alyssa, and welcome to the Wine Board. The best place to start is in the retail sector. Try to find a position is a large wine retailer, even in the stock room if necessary. After a year or so in that environment, you should be ready to move into the restaurant sector.
- winoweenie - 11-17-2007
Try getting the 2 books mentioned in the post from Winophite, "Wine for Dummies" and Andrea Zimmers "Great wines made Simple". They will give you a feel for the fundamental knowledge needed to carry on "wine talk. WW
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- AlyssaJoy - 11-17-2007
Thank you! I'll check out those resources ASAP! [img]http://wines.com/ubb/smile.gif[/img]