I agree with you about the antioxidant in wine is just a joke. Even the scientists debate about what is the real cause for health benefit. Likely it is just alcohol itself.:).
The only reason I mentioned the book is because you can learn a lot about wine--different taste, different grape, and different style; Some wine can be aged, some can not.; why a certain wine is better in a certain area... It is fun to study it while you drink it. I only buy wine at the range of 10 dollars, and mainly go with red wine. Occasionally try some sweet wine, too. It is fun to have a bottle wine with a drinking buddy, a dish of peanuts...
Cheers!
