Wine Drinking for Inspired Thinking

New York Times bestselling author Michael Gelb (How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci) opens our eyes to the remarkable power of wine to tap into our creative potential, awaken our genius, and forge bonds with friends and co-workers. Although there are many excellent guides to wine appreciation, Wine Drinking for Inspired Thinking offers a “whole brain” approach that is unequivocally unique.

• Part 1 provides the practical “left-brain” knowledge readers will need to handle themselves in any wine-related situation.

• Part 2 explores how wine can serve as a catalyst for creativity and “right brain” thought. Gelb takes his readers on a wine-soaked journey through history, introducing them to the greatest wine-related art, music, and architecture.

• In Part 3, readers will be guided step-by-step through a delightful process of bringing family, friends, or colleagues together for “Inspired Thinking” wine parties.

If Wine Drinking for Inspired Thinking could make one promise to its readers, its that it will not only improve their enjoyment of wine, but will also enhance their enjoyment of life.

"An excuse for wine lovers everywhere to open that second bottle in search for their creative right brain. Think outside the bottle for Inspired Thinking wine parties but beware for in vino veritas."

The Bookseller (UK) 2/12/10

"An excuse for wine lovers everywhere to open that second bottle in search for their creative right brain. Think outside the bottle for Inspired Thinking wine parties but beware for in vino veritas."

Robert Parker Jr., The Wine Advocate

“WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING is one of the most practical and useful books about a consumer’s experience in dealing with the subject of wine that I have ever read. There is an enormous amount of terrific, and more importantly, reliable and useful information in this book by Michael Gelb. Highly recommended.”

Kevin Zraly, Author of The Complete Windows on the World Wine Course

"There are more books on wine available now than ever before, but this one is special. In WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING, Michael Gelb has taken a totally different approach to understanding and having fun with wine by combining poetry, philosophy, art, music, and science…Gelb inspires us to enjoy a more creative approach to the art of living and drinking."

Natalie MacLean, four-time James Beard award-winning author of Red, White and Drunk All Over

“Michael Gelb takes a mind-altering, life-changing approach to wine and the mind in this wonderful book. Drink deeply from his delightful perspective and savor life fully lived.”

Jennifer Rosen, author of The Cork Jester's Guide to Wine and winner of the 2005 James Beard Award for Internet Wine Writing

“If you cannot imagine having Socrates, Shakespeare and Da Vinci over to laugh at your jokes, weep at your poetry and beg for your advice on wine, then your work/play balance might need serious adjustment. Your only hope is to go immerse yourself in Michael Gelb’s delightful new book, and discover why the best things in the world to open together are a bottle of wine and your mind.”

Gary Vaynerchuk, Host of Wine Library TV (tv.winelibrary.com) and author of 101 Wines Guaranteed to Inspire, Delight, and Bring Thunder to Your World

“WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING is an essential addition to your wine library. Michael Gelb's unique "right brain" approach makes wine appreciation easy and fun. This book offers exceptional insights into the creative process and a truly delightful way to bring people together. It will bring thunder to your world!”

Don Campbell, musician and author of The Mozart Effect and Sound Spirit

“Open the taste buds of your mind, ears, eyes and heart with WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING. Michael Gelb brings us to our senses with a magical, fresh approach to deepening our appreciation for the art of living, tasting and listening.”

Daniel H. Pink, author of A Whole New Mind

"Few things in life are as invigorating as great wine and bold ideas. And only Michael Gelb could combine the two into a single masterful book. WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING is an engaging and inspiring guide for everyone who wants to drink well and think big."

Sir Ken Robinson, author of The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything

“You want a world expert in creativity to be highly creative too and Michael Gelb is both. After revealing the creative processes of Da Vinci and Edison in earlier books, he now uncorks some of his own creative secrets in this masterful and captivating exploration of the connections between wine and insight, the mind and the senses, pleasure and wisdom. He also tells you lot about wine. Here's the full proof that in vino there really can be veritas.”

SARK, author/artist of Juicy Pens, Thirsty Paper

“What a luscious, poetic, creative exploration WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING is! I became intoxicated just from reading it, and am glad to recommend that you read and experience it too."

Chef/Restaurateur Daniel Boulud

“This book will teach you the pleasure of drinking - not just for the flavor - but for an intellectual purpose.”

Sergio Esposito, Author of Passion on the Vine

“In his original and captivating style, Michael Gelb shows us how we can deepen our appreciation of wine in a way that also enriches our minds. Brimming with passion for wine, life and creativity, this treasure chest of wine-related poetry, philosophy, music, and art will bring more dolce to your vita.”

Wendy Dubit, founding editor of "The Wine Enthusiast" and creator of "The Wine Workout"

“In WINE DRINKING FOR INSPIRED THINKING, Michael Gelb captures the magic of wine at its best and fullest. He demystifies and elucidates the multi-faceted magnificence that is wine as he enlightens us about wine’s influence on art, architecture, music and poetry throughout the ages. Most importantly, he guides us to unleash the joyous wonders of sense, creativity and memory that take place within us when we enjoy wine mindfully."

Independent Magazine (UK), September 2010‘(T)his thoughtful guide cites Leonardo da Vinci, Socrates and Einstein as supporters of the view that wine is capable of inspiring creative thinking. According to Gelb, they believed that “relaxation opens the gate to the vast potential of the mind that is beyond the ordinary IQ,” In other words, to creative thinking.’ 

BA’s Business Life magazine (UK) September 2010

‘Gelb is an entertaining writer and he knows how to keep his reader’s attention. There are some nice anecdotes to be found in here along with plenty of useful technical information.’

Destination France, September 2010

‘A quirky book from the US author of the bestseller How to Think like Leonardo da Vinci, which invites you to experience wine with your ‘whole brain.’

Decanter Magazine, January 2011

"Savour wine with the whole brain—that’s the message from Michael J Gelb, author of 11 books on creativity and innovation. He explains how to use your creative right brain to appreciate wine, and also shares his tips on ordering wine, finding the best-value bottles as well as the etiquette of wine tasting. A witty, easy to read and inspiring book for all enthusiasts."