American Wines of the Northwest
Author: Corbet Clark
Publisher: Quill
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 404
ISBN-13: 9780688112769
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Author: Corbet Clark
Publisher: Quill
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 404
ISBN-13: 9780688112769
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Cole Danehower
Publisher: Timber Press
Published: 2010-08-03
Total Pages: 309
ISBN-13: 0881929662
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSuperbly balanced pinot noirs; crisp rieslings; rich, heady syrahs: these are only a fraction of the expertly crafted wines being produced in the Pacific Northwest's diverse and distinctive wine countries. Second only to California in production, the Pacific Northwest is the largest wine region in North America, home to more than 1,000 wineries. What was once a young wine-growing area with a reputation for eccentricity is today recognized as a dynamic region producing world-class wines, with a focus on ecologically sound practices. This definitive volume profiles the wines, the people who make them, and the wine countries of Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Idaho. The journey begins with the region's climates and geology, which create a fascinating tapestry of wine-growing areas. Next, the book focuses on the unique qualities of each wine region, with profiles of more than 160 representative wineries to visit. Included are legacy wineries that helped to build the region’s reputation, prestige wineries with a national presence, under-the-radar artisan wineries that embody the pioneering spirit of the Northwest, and promising new wineries. Each profile lists the winery's signature, premium, value, and estate wines. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and helpful maps, this in-depth guide is a milestone in the North American literature on wine. It will enable wine lovers everywhere to plan their touring, select their wines, and explore and discover the riches of the Northwest's wine country.
Author: Cole Danehower
Publisher: Timber Press
Published: 2010-09-14
Total Pages: 309
ISBN-13: 1604692596
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSuperbly balanced pinot noirs; crisp rieslings; rich, heady syrahs: these are only a fraction of the expertly crafted wines being produced in the Pacific Northwest's diverse and distinctive wine countries. Second only to California in production, the Pacific Northwest is the largest wine region in North America, home to more than 1,000 wineries. What was once a young wine-growing area with a reputation for eccentricity is today recognized as a dynamic region producing world-class wines, with a focus on ecologically sound practices. This definitive volume profiles the wines, the people who make them, and the wine countries of Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Idaho. The journey begins with the region's climates and geology, which create a fascinating tapestry of wine-growing areas. Next, the book focuses on the unique qualities of each wine region, with profiles of more than 160 representative wineries to visit. Included are legacy wineries that helped to build the region’s reputation, prestige wineries with a national presence, under-the-radar artisan wineries that embody the pioneering spirit of the Northwest, and promising new wineries. Each profile lists the winery's signature, premium, value, and estate wines. Beautifully illustrated with photographs and helpful maps, this in-depth guide is a milestone in the North American literature on wine. It will enable wine lovers everywhere to plan their touring, select their wines, and explore and discover the riches of the Northwest's wine country.
Author: Roy Andries De Groot
Publisher:
Published: 1982
Total Pages: 486
ISBN-13: 9780671400491
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Ted Meredith
Publisher:
Published: 1986
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9780936666037
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Paul Gregutt
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 360
ISBN-13: 0520272684
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDuring the thirty-five years wine critic and writer Paul Gregutt has lived in the state of Washington, its wine industry has ballooned from a mere half dozen wineries to nearly five hundred. Washington Wines and Wineries offers a comprehensive, critical, and accessible account of the nation's second largest wine-producing region.
Author: Paul Gregutt
Publisher:
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 221
ISBN-13: 9781570610622
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIt's no surprise to many wine experts that Northwest wines remain one of the hottest things in a very hot market. After all the Pacific Northwest wins more medals for the total amount of wines produced than any other region in the world. Now the definitive guide to Northwest wines has been updated and expanded with ratings of 1,000 wines and 250 wineries, making this book a must for wine connoisseur's bookshelf.
Author: Carol Frieberg
Publisher: Sasquatch Books
Published: 2010-06-01
Total Pages: 234
ISBN-13: 1570617163
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis cookbook celebrates the Northwest's red-hot wine scene by pairing vintages from local winemakers with their favorite small plate dishes. The Pacific Northwest is a region that's become increasingly known not only for its breathtaking scenery, but also for its maverick winemakers and award-winning wines. Each spring, summer, and fall, wine lovers flock to the region to sip world-class wines. Swirl, Sip and Savor includes small plate recipes from 100 wineries in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. Each recipe has been selected by a regional winery (winemaker and/or chef) and accompanies a suggested wine pairing from their vineyards. Recipes range from simple starters and finger foods to more sophisticated small plates. With beautiful color photographs throughout and profiles of the region's top wineries, Swirl, Sip & Savor is for home cooks who want to enjoy the very best of the Northwest's food and wine.
Author: J. Elizabeth Purser
Publisher:
Published: 1977
Total Pages: 244
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPublisher description -- The dynamic Pacific Northwest landscape--long known for its majestic mountains, powerful rivers and lush forests--is the stage of an exciting modern-day wine renaissance that has been captured in all its color and beauty for the first time in the pages of this volume. The same climatic conditions that for generations yielded fragrant and flavorful fruits and berries for which Washington and Oregon are famous are now producing fine vinifera wine grapes of unique quality and character. This beautiful and informative book, with its extensive text tying in the vastness of the movement, highlights the individual stories and adventures of the people--the winemakers. The information is oriented to the Northwest, but offers firm insight, knowledge and understanding which will help one grasp the properties of winemaking and the characteristics of the vine.
Author: Christina Melander
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 2007-05-10
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9780811855297
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom the beloved Ultimate Winery Guide series, we bring you the first and only illustrated guide to the wine countries of Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, a region increasingly known not only for its popularity as a tourist destination, but for its maverick winemakers and award-winningwines. Essential for the millions who tour and taste each year, the book features detailed profiles of 30 wineries, extensive resource and directory information, and over 100 gorgeous color photographs, making it equally compelling for locals and visitors.