Full Description
The original and best, Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book is the ultimate compact guide. Now in its 36th edition, it is the UK's number one wine book for wine-lovers and professionals. It is the key reference for enthusiasts, investors and collectors and this year's edition boasts up-to-date news on more than 6,000 wines, growers, and regions, plus invaluable vintage information from experts around the world. A new colour supplement focuses on champagne and sparkling wines, while the 'If you like this, try this' section offers the reader alternative wines to try based on those they already drink. More than 200 of Johnson's favourites for 2013 are also included. A complementary app is also available from the Apple App Store.
Contents
Quick reference vintage charts Agenda 2013 How to use this book Vintage report 2011 A closer look at 2010 If you like this, why not try this? Grape varieties Wine & food France Chateaux of Bordeaux Italy Germany Spain & Portugal Port, Sherry & Madeira Switzerland Austria England and Wales Central & Southeast Europe Greece North Africa & Eastern Mediterranean Asia & The Old Russian Empire North America Canada South America Australia New Zealand South Africa Wines of Spain A little learning The right temperature
