An essential book for every wine lover, from some of the world's leading experts.
Where do the grapes come from and how are they related? What is the historical background of each grape variety? Where are they grown? What types of wines do they produce and, most importantly, how do they taste?
Using the most advanced DNA analyses and describing nearly 1,400 distinct grape varieties, as well as a wealth of correct (and highlighting nearly as many incorrect) synonyms, this especially beautiful book includes revealing family trees of grapes and a rich variety of images from the pioneering ampelography of Viala and Vermorel with timeless illustrations.
Combining Jancis Robinson's global perspective, her flair for good writing and fine wines with Julia Harding's expertise and attention to detail, along with Dr. Vouillamoz's unique level of academic knowledge, Wine Grapes offers essential and original information in greater depth and breadth than has ever been made available.
A book for wine students, wine specialists, and wine lovers everywhere.
AWARDS
- Best Wine, Beer and Spirits Book and winner of the Jane Grigson award, IACP (International Association of Culinary Professionals) Awards 2014
- Wine Book of the Year 2013, The Times, London
- Faiveley International Wine Book of the Year 2013, Roederer Awards
- Best Viticulture Book 2013, OIV Awards
- Best Drink Book 2012, Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards
- Best Beverage Book 2012, James Beard Awards
- Best Drink Book 2012, André Simon Awards
- Hall of Fame for Best Wine Book 2012, Gourmand World Cookbook Awards
- Best Drinks Book 2012, Wine & Spirits magazine
- One of the "100 books essential for the preservation of humanity" by V&A
Pages: 1280, Dimensions: 19.2x19.2cm
Manufacturer
- Authors
- Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding, Jose Vouillamoz
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Language
- English
- Subtitle
- A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including their Origins and Flavours
- Cover
- Hardcover
- Number of Pages
- 1280
- Publication Date
- 2012
- Dimensions
- 19.3x29 cm
- Award
- -
- ISBN-13
- 9781846144462
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