In Wine & Philosophy, philosophers, wine critics, andwinemakers share their passion for wine through well-crafted essaysthat explore wine?s deeper meaning, nature, and significance Joins Food & Philosophy and Beer &Philosophy in in the "Epicurean Trilogy  Essays are organized thematically and written byphilosophers, wine writers, and winemakers Chapters include, ?The Art & Culture of Wine?;?Tasting & Talking about Wine?; ?Wine &Its Critics?; ?The Beauty of Wine?; ?TheMetaphysics of Wine?; and ?The Politics & Economicsof Wine? Accessible to a general audience while at the same timecovering some serious philosophical ground Incorporates traditional areas of philosophical study,including philosophy of language, philosophy of perception,aesthetics, metaphysics, ethics and political philosophy A great complimentary text to any guided-tour visit to theNapa Valley or other wineries