Wines of South America

The Essential Guide
1. Auflage 2014
ISBN: 978-0-520-27393-1
Verlag: University of California Press

Buch, Englisch, 312 Seiten, Cloth Over Boards, Format (B × H): 182 mm x 261 mm, Gewicht: 830 g

The most comprehensive guide to the wines of the entire continent, Wines of South America introduces readers to the astounding quality and variety of wines that until recently have been enjoyed, for the most part, only locally. Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein leads wine enthusiasts on an exciting geographical journey across ten countries, describing the wines, grapes, and regions of each.

Goldstein begins the tour with a continental overview, discussing the arrival of the vine and wine culture, surveying the range of grapes planted and cultivated, and summarizing the development of modernday viticulture and winemaking. He explores the two giants of the continent, Argentina and Chile, in expansive chapters that cover their unique histories, wine regions, wine styles, prominent grapes, and leading producers. Goldstein covers the evolving industries of Brazil and Uruguay and discusses the modern-day activities in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela.

Up-to-date maps, several engaging photos, and pertinent statistics support each section, which also feature lively profiles of key individuals and wineries that have influenced the development of the craft. A closing chapter is devoted to food in South America, with specific information on wine country dining and leading chefs and restaurants. The author provides practical advice for travelers, an appendix of available resources for learning more about the wines of each region, and lists of ‘top 10’ wine recommendations for quick reference.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Goldstein, Evan

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Sport | Tourismus | Freizeit Freizeit & Lifestyle: Allgemeines
• Naturwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften Ackerbaukunde, Pflanzenbau Weinbau

Inhaltsverzeichnis

List of Maps

Acknowledgments

Introduction: The Vinos and Vinhas of South America

1. Overview

2. Grape Varieties

3. Argentina

4. Chile

5. Brazil

6. Uruguay

7. Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela

Touring South American Wine Country

Dining South American Style

Super South American Selections

Decoding South American Wine Labels

Sources

Index

Über Autor(innen)

Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein is President and Chief Education Officer at Full Circle Wine Solutions in San Francisco. He is the author of Perfect Pairings: A Master Sommelier's Practical Advice for Partnering Wine with Food and Daring Pairings: A Master Sommelier Matches Distinctive Wines with Recipes from His Favorite Chefs, both published by UC Press.