Publisher's Synopsis
Nominated for the Best Wine Book at the World Food Media Awards 2005
In this pocket-sized guide, international wine experts bring the wine cellar of the world to your home. Includes:
From Alsace to Western Australia, from the Valle d'Aosta to Stellenbosch, looks at each of the 35 major winegrowing regions
Follows the story of wine, from ancient to modern times and explains the process of making it today
Describes flavours and characteristics of grape varieties and styles
Special features on the great vineyards, producers and wines of each region
Presents six stimulating regional tours including Burgandy, Tuscany and the Napa Valley
Provides information on local foods, wines, festivals and places of interest for enthusiasts to visit
