Uncorked: Wine Made Simple
by Kevin Whelan
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Actor: Ted AllenDirector: Kevin Whelan
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Box set, Color, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 180 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-08-28
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Adirondack Pictures
Movie Reviews of Uncorked: Wine Made Simple
Movie Review: An Entertaining Introduction to Wine
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a fantastic introduction to the world of wine. It's divided into six episodes, each covering wine from a different region. Each episode is 30 minutes, so you're not getting a ton of depth here, but that's not really the idea. It's a very broad, relatively simple introduction to wine and the world of wine drinking, and it's just informative enough to be entertaining for both the novice and the afficionado.
The first episode is a general introduction to the world of wine, and would make a great setpiece on its own. It's a brief overview of wine drinkers and producers, and is a fitting gateway into the rest of the series. Later episodes cover the Napa Valley, Sonoma, the Central Coast (of California), and France. I would have liked to see less California and more exploration of old-world wine regions, but that's just personal preference. Spending three hours with Ted talking about California and France is pretty great as it is.
It's not without its pretentious side, but let's be honest, it's a show about wine. Of course it's going to be somewhat pretentious. While most things are explained well, there are sometimes terms or concepts that are tossed about that might seem a little obtuse to the novice oenophile. This was most apparent in the first episode, owing I think to how little time it has to cover so much ground. Later episodes have more room to breathe. The second episode in particular is a lot of fun, giving a great history of the Paris wine tasting that put California on the map.
There's a lot of beautiful imagery and a lot of really great information. If you want an easy way to start learning about wine, or if you already love wine and want to bask in an undemanding journey through California and France, consider picking this up. I guarantee that you'll be anxious to head down to your local wine shop and pick up a few bottles.
Summary of Uncorked: Wine Made Simple
Hosted by acclaimed wine and food expert Ted Allen (Top Chef Judge), this beautiful DVD series reveals the mysteries of wine. Learn the basics of wine, such as terminology and proper selection. Discover wines that complement different foods and all of the various wine making techniques. Join Ted as he takes the viewer to meet the wine experts, on their vineyards, along the beautiful California Central Coast and Sonoma. Set of 3 DVD's.Similar DVD Movies
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