Download or read book Alexis Lichine s New Encyclopedia of Wines Spirits written by Alexis Lichine and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 1974 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher description -- Here is a single volume is an unparalleled richness of information for both the beginner and the seasoned connoisseur: hundreds of full, precise entries cover every important wine and aspect of wine and every significant vineyard of the world. Ten essays chapters provide basic information on: the history of wines; the nature of wine and how it is made; the botany and cultivation of the vine; what wines to serve (and how to serve them) with various dishes; how to start your own wine cellar; how to judge the value of a wine (with a special evaluation of recent French vintages by region and year); wine and your health; what spirits are and how they are made; and the history of spirits and distillation. Seven detailed appendixes include: a quick reference vintage chart for the wines of Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Rhône, the Loire, Alsace, and Champagne; special annotated listing of the Bordeaux vineyards; special annotated listing of the West German vineyards; pronouncing glossary; comparative table of spirit strengths; conversion table of measures; and a selected bibliography.
Download or read book The Sotheby s Wine Encyclopedia written by Tom Stevenson and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three-time Wine Writer of the Year Tom Stevenson updates and enriches his award-winning visual guide to the wines of the world. Described as 'a heroic piece of work . . . an indispensable book which should be part of any serious wine lover's library' Sunday Times. From the Old World to the New, including all the emerging regions, pick up the latest on all the wine-producing areas across the globe; covers every appellation, official and unofficial, and all the best producers. Plus, find practical advice on tasting, storing and serving as well as expert tips on choosing food to accompany wine. A tantalising read which will appeal to any serious wine drinker's palate.
Download or read book Christie s World Encyclopedia of Champagne Sparkling Wine written by Tom Stevenson and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An instant classic and a breathtaking achievement. Originally published in 1998, this is the fully revised and updated edition of the outstanding tour de force by the world's leading sparkling wine expert. It is the ultimate reference work for all fizz fans. Beautifully illustrated and stylishly designed, with over 600 full-colour photographs, labels and maps, it has become and will continue to be an indispensable part of any true wine lover's library. Winner of the Noble Cuve du Champagne Lanson; the Salon International du Livre; Gourmand 'Best Wine Book'; and was shortlisted for the Andre Simon Award.
Download or read book A Companion to California Wine written by Charles L. Sullivan and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1998-10-01 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: California is the nation's great vineyard, supplying grapes for most of the wine produced in the United States. The state is home to more than 700 wineries, and California's premier wines are recognized throughout the world. But until now there has been no comprehensive guide to California wine and winemaking. Charles L. Sullivan's A Companion to California Wine admirably fills that gap—here is the reference work for consumers, wine writers, producers, and scholars. Sullivan's encyclopedic handbook traces the Golden State's wine industry from its mission period and Gold Rush origins down to last year's planting and vintage statistics. All aspects of wine are included, and wine production from vine propagation to bottling is described in straightforward language. There are entries for some 750 wineries, both historical and contemporary; for more than 100 wine grape varieties, from Aleatico to Zinfandel; and for wine types from claret to vermouth—all given in a historical context. In the book's foreword the doyen of wine writers, Hugh Johnson, tells of his own forty-year appreciation of California wine and its history. "Charles Sullivan's Companion," he adds, "will provide the grist for debate, speculation, and reminiscence from now on. With admirable dispassion he sets before us just what has happened in the plot so far."
Download or read book The Global Encyclopedia of Wine written by Peter Forrestal and published by Grange Books Plc. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 912 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Global Encyclopedia of Wine is a comprehensive guide to the world's wines, wine regions and producers, making it essential reading for anyone wanting to learn more about today's wine industry and the secrets of what makes a good wine. In the introductory section, we follow the grape from the vine to bottle, looking at grape varieties and the wine-making processes for different wine styles. Up-to-date information on world wine trends is given, with advice on deciphering wine labels and choosing and serving wine. Wine next takes us through the world's wine growing countries, including major producers like France, Germany the USA, Italy and Australia, as well as the smaller producers, such as South Africa, Canada, South America, and Greece.
Download or read book The World Encyclopedia of Wine written by Stuart Walton and published by Lorenz Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For those looking for a deeper knowledge of this exciting subject, this book will prove a comprehensive, authoritative, and accessible guide that will provide readers with the confidence and enthusiasm to explore wine for themselves.
Download or read book Hugh Johnson s Pocket Encyclopedia of Wine 2001 written by Hugh Johnson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-06-15 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An indispensable tool of the wine enthusiast, Hugh Johnson's Pocket Encyclo- pedia of Wine 2001 is thoroughly revised to provide the most up-to-date information. This 24th edition of the world's bestselling wine book gives expert help in choosing a wine for every occasion and every budget. With current information on more than 6,000 wines, growers, and regions worldwide, the Pocket Encyclopedia is packed with advice to assist your selection of wine, whether in stores or restaurants, for cellaring, or for special events. Extensive coverage -- from re-emerging Eastern European regions to the newest additions in the United States -- will introduce even the experienced oenophile to little-known finds, while detailed entries clarify information for the novice. Johnson names the top-valued wines from every country and highlights those to drink in 2001, with predictions for wines to watch for in the future. Also included are regional maps, label guides, and vintage charts, along with fascinating entries on the history, production, and appreciation of wine. Hugh Johnson's Pocket Encyclopedia of Wine 2001 is the peerless standard of wine guides, a crucial addition to the library of every wine lover, enthusiast, and connoisseur.
Download or read book Hugh Johnson Pocket Wine 2022 written by Hugh Johnson and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 2021-09-09 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world's most trusted annual wine guide. Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book is the essential reference book for everyone who buys wine - in shops, restaurants, or on the internet. Now in its 45th year of publication, it has no rival as the comprehensive, up-to-the-minute annual guide. It provides clear succinct facts and commentary on the wines, growers and wine regions of the whole world. It reveals which vintages to buy, which to drink and which to cellar, which growers to look for and why. Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book gives clear information on grape varieties, local specialities and how to match food with wines that will bring out the best in both. This latest edition of Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book includes a colour supplement: The Ten Best Things About Wine Right Now.
Download or read book The Complete Encyclopedia of Wine Beer and Spirits written by Robert Joseph and published by Carlton Publishing Group. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to the world of wine, spirits and beer.
Download or read book The Oxford Companion to Wine written by Jancis Robinson and published by American Chemical Society. This book was released on 2015 with total page 925 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This wine book provides comprehensive coverage on all aspects of wine making, and puts wine, wine-making and wine drinking into historical perspective.
Download or read book Australian Wine Encyclopedia The written by James Halliday and published by Hardie Grant Publishing. This book was released on 2009-08-01 with total page 710 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't know your amontillado from your amoroso? Can't say who declared cabernet sauvignon the only variety to be tolerated in heaven? Can't list the movers and shakers in the Australian wine landscape today? Never fear, James Halliday, Australia's foremost wine writer, has compiled all the answers. The Australian Wine Encyclopedia is the definitive guide to all things wine in Australia, from someone who has immersed himself in the topic his whole life. From Abbey Creek Vineyard all the way to zinfandel, James gives detailed explanations of regions, personalities, grape varieties, winemaking processes and terms used in discussing wines. Written with his trademark vigour and contagious curiosity about what makes wine tick, The Australian Wine Enclycopedia is a must for all lovers of wine, from newcomers to experts.
Download or read book The Essential Wine Book written by Zachary Sussman and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A field guide to the new world of wine, featuring an overview of today’s most exciting regions and easy-to-use advice on properly tasting wine, discovering under-the-radar gems, and finding the perfect bottle for any occasion. Highlighting wines from old world regions such as France, Italy, Spain, and Germany to new world wines from the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, and more, The Essential Wine Book tells you what to drink and why. Beginning with foundational information about how wine is made, how to taste it, and how to understand terroir, wine expert and journalist Zachary Sussman then gives an overview of the most important and interesting wine regions today—both established and still emerging. For instance, the great French wines of Burgundy and Champagne are already well known, but for affordable bottles you can easily find at your local wine shop, Sussman profiles up-and-coming producers in other regions, including the Jura, Languedoc-Roussillon, and more. In a similar vein, California's Napa Valley has for decades been the source of America's most prestigious wines, but here you'll learn about other areas of the state that are gaining recognition, from Lodi to the Santa Rita Hills. You'll find user-friendly "just the highlights" notes for each region, as well as recommendations for producers and particular bottles to seek out. Diving deep into what makes each region essential and unique, this comprehensive guides gives new wine drinkers and enthusiasts alike an inside track on modern wine culture.
Download or read book The SAGE Encyclopedia of Alcohol written by Scott C. Martin and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2014-12-16 with total page 1674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alcohol consumption goes to the very roots of nearly all human societies. Different countries and regions have become associated with different sorts of alcohol, for instance, the “beer culture” of Germany, the “wine culture” of France, Japan and saki, Russia and vodka, the Caribbean and rum, or the “moonshine culture” of Appalachia. Wine is used in religious rituals, and toasts are used to seal business deals or to celebrate marriages and state dinners. However, our relation with alcohol is one of love/hate. We also regulate it and tax it, we pass laws about when and where it’s appropriate, we crack down severely on drunk driving, and the United States and other countries tried the failed “Noble Experiment” of Prohibition. While there are many encyclopedias on alcohol, nearly all approach it as a substance of abuse, taking a clinical, medical perspective (alcohol, alcoholism, and treatment). The SAGE Encyclopedia of Alcohol examines the history of alcohol worldwide and goes beyond the historical lens to examine alcohol as a cultural and social phenomenon, as well—both for good and for ill—from the earliest days of humankind.
Download or read book Hugh Johnson s Modern Encyclopedia of Wine written by Hugh Johnson and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hugh Johnson's Modern Encyclopedia of Wine, Fourth Edition, is divided into three sections: Modern Wine; Wines, Vineyards, and Winemakers of the World; and Enjoying Wine. The section on Modern Wine reviews the state of wine today and evaluates modern trends in viticulture and vinification. Throughout this section, Hugh Johnson provides the foundation of information needed to understand the way wines are made now and how the combination of classic and new technology has honed winemaking, from grape to glass. The heart of the Modern Encyclopedia of wine follows, covering the vineyards and winemakers of the world, organized by region. All of the major winemaking countries are included here, from the classic and emerging regions of France, Spain, Italy, and Germany to the new stars of Chile, Australia, and South Africa and the lesser-known producers of Morocco, Israel, and Russia. Hugh Johnson introduces each region with an overview of its winemaking traditions, major characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses. The best and most significant producers of each region are discussed in fascinating detail, complete with tasting notes. With a total of 7,000 entries, Johnson provides a thorough overview of the world of wine today. The last section, Enjoying Wine, covers how best to choose, buy, and store wine. Johnson discusses how to match wine with food and in which style of glass. He even advises how to get the most out of wine, with tips on how to taste and savor it to best effect.
Download or read book Frank Schoonmaker s Encyclopedia of Wine written by Frank Schoonmaker and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The New Encyclopedia of Wine written by Alexis Bespaloff and published by Vintage. This book was released on 1990 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Concise Encyclopedia of Science and Technology of Wine written by V. K. Joshi and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When asking the question what is wine? there are various ways to answer. Wine is extolled as a food, a social lubricant, an antimicrobial and antioxidant and a product of immense economic significance. But there is more to it than that. When did humans first start producing wine and what are its different varieties? Are wines nutritious or have any therapeutic values--do they have any role in health or are they simply intoxicating beverages? How are their qualities determined or marketed and how are these associated with tourism? Concise Encyclopedia of Science and Technology of Wine attempts to answer all these questions and more. This book reveals state-of-the-art technology of wine making, describing various wine regions of the world and different cultivars used in wine making. It examines microbiology, biochemistry, and engineering in the context of wine production. The sensory qualities of wine and brandy are explored, and the composition, nutritive and therapeutic values, and toxicity are summarized. Selected references at the end of each chapter provide ample opportunity for additional study. Key Features: Elaborates on the recent trends of control and modeling of wine and the techniques used in the production of different wines and brandies Focuses on the application of biotechnology, especially genetic engineering of yeast, bioreactor technological concepts, enzymology, microbiology, killer yeast, stuck and sluggish fermentation, etc. Illustrates the biochemical basis of wine production including malolactic fermentation Examines marketing, tourism and the present status of the wine industry Concise Encyclopedia of Science and Technology of Wine contains the most comprehensive, yet still succinct, collection of information on the science and technology of wine making. With 45 chapters contributed by leading experts in their fields, it is an indispensable treatise offering extensive details of the processes of wine making. The book is an incomparable resource for oenologists, food scientists, biotechnologists, postharvest technologists, biochemists, fermentation technologists, nutritionists, chemical engineers, microbiologists, toxicologists, organic chemists, and the undergraduate and postgraduate students of these disciplines.
