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Once grown only in Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon has spread
internationally to become the world's most important black
winegrape. The Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and
other varieties has become universal, but is also challenged by
varietal wines from the New World consisting exclusively of
Cabernet Sauvignon. What is the true character of Cabernet
Sauvignon? Going behind the scenes, this worldwide survey liberally
illustrated with maps and photographs examines the changing nature
of Cabernet Sauvignon and its blends: how has Cabernet changed from
a herbaceous to a fruit-driven wine? Should Cabernet Sauvignon be
drinkable on release or require ageing? And does Cabernet Sauvignon
still need to be blended in the era of global warming? How do the
top wines of Napa Valley differ from the First Growths of Bordeaux?
Has Bordeaux lost its way in adopting a riper international" style?
How do its wines compare with Bordeaux blends from Coonawarra or
Margaret River? Will global warming eliminate Merlot as a partner
for Cabernet Sauvignon? What is the future for blends with
Carmenere or Malbec in South America or with Syrah in Australia? Is
Bordeaux still the essential reference point or has it been
displaced by newer regions? Reviewing Cabernets from all over the
world, Claret & Cabs includes profiles of leading producers
with tasting notes from current and past vintages, and vintage
assessments.
Wines of France provides a comprehensive account of the vineyards
and wines of France today. Offering unparalleled range, France has
been the world's most important wine-producing country for more
than a hundred years, and is the source of the major grape
varieties now grown all over the world. Extensively illustrated
with photographs and maps of each area, Wines of France reviews
wine production in all regions of France, from the top appellation
wines to discoveries in Vins de France. Selected wines are
suggested as an introduction to each area. From the classics of
Burgundy and Bordeaux, to the sparkling wines of Champagne, and the
challenging climates of Alsace and the Loire, from the Rhone to the
Languedoc and Provence, all of France's wine regions are included.
Each chapter ends with detailed vintage information. France's wines
are better than ever, but have never been so challenged by
competition. Considering the tension between tradition and
modernism, Wines of France asks whether France is still the
essential reference point for grape varieties and wine styles,
explains how production is changing in established regions, and
identifies new emerging regions.Leading vineyards and winemakers
are profiled in detail, with suggestions for wines to try and
vineyards to visit. With comprehensive coverage of the
wine-producing regions, and reviews of 500 wine producers, this is
the indispensable guide to the wines of France.
Is wine an artisanal creation or industrial product? The first
edition of Wine Myths and Reality was widely praised for its
innovative view of how wine is made and what distinguishes wines
from different places. The world of wine is constantly changing and
this second edition is expanded and completely rewritten to take
account of new developments. Panoramic in its scope, magisterial in
its treatment, and meticulous in its research, Wine Myths and
Reality explores the world of wine extensively. From monks treading
grapes in the Middle Ages to the latest research into grapevine
DNA, this compelling book presents the authoritative account of how
wine is really made. Practices in viticulture and vinification are
explained, the tricks of the wine trade are revealed, the methods
of the New and the Old Worlds are scrutinised, and their wines are
evaluated. Extensively illustrated with photographs, maps and
charts, the approachable and entertaining style immediately engages
the reader in the wine universe. An overview of all major
wine-producing countries extends from the powerful wines of the New
World to the classic wines of Europe. Does terroir really matter?
Is the international style taking over? Will global warming destroy
the existing wine-producing regions? And extrapolating from current
trends, what will wine be like in the future?
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