The Wines Of Bordeaux And Western France

For centuries, the wine regions of Bordeaux and western France have produced many of the best vintages in the world. Drawing upon his extensive research in France and first-hand knowledge of the vineyards and producers, Baxevanis provides a complete survey on these locales and their wines, including detailed information on the group varieties and their characteristics, the system of wine classification, the histories of the vintages, and cultivation. This is an indispensable book that will introduce the amateur wine lover to the mysteries of French wine and entertain the expert with new and fascinating information.