The Wine Merchant's Manual, written by T. Smeed in 1845, is a comprehensive guide to the fining, preparation of finings, and general management of wines. The book covers a wide range of topics related to wine production, including the different types of finings used to clarify wines, the process of preparing and using these finings, and the general principles of wine management. The author provides detailed instructions on how to properly handle and store wine, how to identify and correct common wine faults, and how to evaluate the quality of different wines. The book also includes a glossary of wine-related terms and a list of recommended readings for further study. Overall, The Wine Merchant's Manual is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of wine production.Being The Result Of Forty Years������� Practical Experience In The Treatment Of The Different Wines Consumed In This Country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.