The Philosophy of Wine: A Case of Truth, Beauty and Intoxication Todd, Cain Summary Does this Bonnes-Mares really have notes of chocolate, truffle, violets, and merde de cheval? Does this Bonnes-Mares really have notes of chocolate, truffle, violets, and merde de cheval? Can wines really be feminine, profound, pretentious, or cheeky? Can they express emotion or terroir? Do the judgements of 'experts' have any objective validity? Is a great wine a work of art? Questions like these will have been entertained by anyone who has ever puzzled over the tasting notes of a wine writer, or been baffled by the response of a sommelier to an innocent question. Only recently, however, have they received the serious philosophical attention they deserve. Touching on issues in metaphysics, epistemology, the philosophy of mind, and aesthetics, this book provides a clear and engaging discussion of the philosophical significance of wine that will be accessible to all wine lovers, specialists and non-specialists alike. The author offers throughout a sustained defence of the objectivity of wine judgements, a demystification of the nature of expertise, and a theory of the aesthetic value of wine and its appreciation. Perfect for fans of Aesthetics, Politics, Philosophy & Social Sciences, Philosophy, Philosophy Books. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 224 pages · Hardcover By Todd, Cain Details ISBN: 9781844652501 Author: Todd, Cain Format: Hardcover Pages: 224 Language: English Publication date: 26 October 2010 Condition: New About the authors Todd, Cain and Cain Todd · Publisher: McGill-Queen's University Press More about this book Reviews Can wines really be feminine, profound, pretentious, or cheeky? Focusing on issues in metaphysics, epistemology, the philosophy of mind, and aesthetics, this book provides a discussion of the philosophical significance of wine.
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