The New Frank Schoonmaker Encyclopedia of Wine
Author: Frank Schoonmaker
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Published: 1988-01-01
Total Pages: 624
ISBN-13: 9780688057503
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New Schoonmaker Ency Win
Author: Frank Schoonmaker
Publisher: William Morrow Cookbooks
Published: 1988-10-19
Total Pages: 632
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKWritten by the greatest wine authority of his day, and first published in 1964, The Frank Schoonmaker Encyclopedia has long been acclaimed as one of the very best wine books available. The New York Times immediately called it "the finest quick reference book in the literature of wine." Because no other wine book provides the reader with as much information in so concise a form, a revised version has been long awaited. Despite all the wine books that have appeared in the past decade, The New Frank Schoonmaker Encyclopedia of Wine is still unique in that its self-contained alphabetical entries make it easier to use than any other encyclopedia on the market. This book has no indexyou simply turn to the entry you want and find exactly the information you need. Completely revised by one of today's top wine experts, the Bespaloff edition takes into consideration the increased interest in the wines of California, Italy, and Australia. The material on such traditional topics as port and champagne has also been expanded considerably. Beautifully designed in two colors, it features twenty-three maps drawn especially for this edition, and contains more than five hundred new entries including such varied topics as Amador, calories, crâ classé, FrenchAmerican hybrids, late harvest, Martha's Vineyard, vintage port, and "Zip Code wines." The New Frank Schoonmaker Encyclopedia of Wine is the foundation of any wine library. It is the one book any wine lover will ever need. Even if you own and use other wine encyclopedias, the elegant accessibility of this book will induce you to eventually rely on it and no other.
Frank Schoonmaker's Encyclopedia of Wine
Author: Frank Schoonmaker
Publisher:
Published: 1973
Total Pages: 454
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe New Encyclopedia of Wine
Author: Alexis Bespaloff
Publisher: Vintage
Published: 1990
Total Pages: 576
ISBN-13: 9780712639408
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Makers of American Wine
Author: Thomas Pinney
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Published: 2012-05-07
Total Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 0520269535
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPraise for Thomas Pinney's "A History of Wine in America" "Exhaustively researched. . ..invaluable to serious scholars of the grape. Fascinating reading." --"San Francisco Chronicle" "Revealing a sharp eye for detail and a dry, low-key wit, Pinney writes in an engaging style and with remarkable clarity." --"Wine Spectator" "Definitive. . ..an important work of historical literature." --"Wine & Spirits" "An indispensable view of. . .a remarkable time." --"Decanter"
The Wine Bible
Author: Karen MacNeil
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Published: 2001-01-01
Total Pages: 932
ISBN-13: 9781563054341
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscusses the history of wine, grape varieties, winemaking techniques, and vintages.
A History of Wine in America, Volume 2
Author: Thomas Pinney
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Published: 2005-07-05
Total Pages: 549
ISBN-13: 0520941489
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA History of Wine in America is the definitive account of winemaking in the United States, first as it was carried out under Prohibition, and then as it developed and spread to all fifty states after the repeal of Prohibition. Engagingly written, exhaustively researched, and rich in detail, this book describes how Prohibition devastated the wine industry, the conditions of renewal after Repeal, the various New Deal measures that affected wine, and the early markets and methods. Thomas Pinney goes on to examine the effects of World War II and how the troubled postwar years led to the great wine boom of the late 1960s, the spread of winegrowing to almost every state, and its continued expansion to the present day. The history of wine in America is, in many ways, the history of America and of American enterprise in microcosm. Pinney's sweeping narrative comprises a lively cast of characters that includes politicians, bootleggers, entrepreneurs, growers, scientists, and visionaries. Pinney relates the development of winemaking in states such as New York and Ohio; its extension to Pennsylvania, Virginia, Texas, and other states; and its notable successes in California, Washington, and Oregon. He is the first to tell the complete and connected story of the rebirth of the wine industry in California, now one of the most successful winemaking regions in the world.
The Evaluation of Wine
Author: John R. Fischer
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 374
ISBN-13: 0595176917
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWine is a creative work of art that requires a measure of skill and knowledge to be fully appreciated. This book will provide you with the expertise necessary to evaluate and fully enjoy a wine. It is designed for individuals who are seriously interested in becoming competent wine tasters. This is a unique book. There is not another book in the marketplace that will furnish you with such an extensive spectrum of information regarding the art of wine tasting. After reading this book you will discover a new way to envision wine—one that utilizes your senses of sight, taste, smell, and feel. You will be able to evaluate a wine on its merits rather than relying on pure sybaritic sentiments. This new insight into the artistry of wine will bring you great satisfaction and many hours of pleasure, and wine will become an important part of your life. A chapter dealing with matching wine with food will show you how simple it is to make wine-food pairings once you have a solid understanding about the nature of wine.
A History of Wine in America, Volume 1
Author: Thomas Pinney
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 572
ISBN-13: 0520254295
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Completely fascinating, Pinney's History of Wine in America combines a myriad of facts about all the states that have endeavored to grow grapes at any time since colonial days into a readable and coherent story. The only study to approach wine through its historical aspects, it will be invaluable to wine writers who want to include historical perspectives in their articles and it will be seized upon by grape growers and wineries throughout the country who want to discover their region's historical roots in viticulture and winemaking. A significant contribution to scholarship, this book should have broad appeal."—John R. McGrew, USDA Agricultural Research Service (retired)
From Kansas to Keny
Author: Wayne R. Schreiner
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 2009-11
Total Pages: 506
ISBN-13: 1440161992
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom Kansas to Kenya: An Uncommon Road for Wine Lovers uses the over forty years of personal experiences and globetrotting travels of the author to suggest how the reader can become his or her own wine authority. He has traveled to more than one hundred countries, including every major and most minor wine-producing nations. Join him along old and new wine roads of the world to enjoy both the simple and exotic tastes of the vine and to share his appreciation of the history and foods that enhance the world's most renowned beverage. The wine world has much more to offer than Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Cabernet Sauvignon, and this book casually introduces the reader to surprisingly affordable yet equally discriminating wine alternatives. Consider the author's recommendations for wine-related travel and wine choices to broaden your own wine knowledge. This practical and equally humorous approach to wine appreciation will both educate and amuse. The reader will gain confidence that their personal wine tasting experiences are the best guide to sensible and pleasurable wine consumption.
