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by Robert Joseph - Photography by Max Alexander.
A superb magical tour of the wines, people, culture and landscape of
this historic wine-producing region This is a well written and beautifully
photographed book that takes us on an evocative journey through the
appellations of Bordeaux and through the many and varied regions of
Bordeaux from St-Emilion, to Medoc, Entre-deux-Mers and Graves. Understand
how the climate, the soil and the people make the wines so unique. Visit
the chateaux, villages and vineyards and meet the men and women who
turn baskets of grapes into the wines that are among the most sought-after
in the world.
 Price £11.89 inc. VAT
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by Nicholas Faith - Photography by Andy Katz.
The companion to the above and second book in the series continues the magical tour of the wine regions and it's peoples, culture and landscape. Once again this is a beautifully
photographed book that takes us on an evocative journey through the
valley that is Burgundy, from Auxerre and Chablis in the north, to Màcon in the South, just north of Lyon and the Rhone Valley .
Price £11.89 inc. VAT
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In a unique exploration of Bordeaux's wine trade, a behind the scenes
look at how the region's wines are produced, marketed and sold. The
power of the press, merchants, negociants and consumers over the culture
and economic health of the region is explained. Bordeaux's key wine
makers are featured and their contribution to the evolution of the region's
- and the world's - wines are considered. Stephen Brook assesses
the rivalries, the balance of power, wine styles and wine prices. Colour
and black and white photographs help relate the extraordinary story
of Bordeaux, the history and portfolios of the region's most powerful
wine families.
Price £21.00 inc. VAT
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by Hubrecht Duijker.
Starting in the north of the region, this guide explores the magic of
Bordeaux, its grand chateaux and world-famous vineyards. Carefully planned
wine routes, lead the way through each of the region's main wine regions.
Every section is complete with helpful lists of recommended wine producers,
chateaux, hotels, restaurants and wine shops. Detours to charming villages
and cultural sights that might otherwise easily be missed are another
key feature. - Includes detailed, full-colour vineyard and route maps,
recommended producers and cellars to visit. - the delights of the local
cuisine. - recommended local hotels and restaurants.
Price £9.09 inc. VAT
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by David Peppercorn
A very comprehensive guide on Bordeaux covering a vast number of wine
producing chateau, as well as the history of the region. 700 pages
of in-depth information on lit
erally thousands of chateau. There is
in-depth information on the multitude of appellation's and communes
of Bordeaux, the many by-laws, and the range of chateau and growers.
The author - who has been a Master of Wine since 1962.
This is the latest upto date 2004 edition.
Price £17.50 inc. VAT
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by Oz Clarke
There are many books and articles that try to describe wines in
terms of the landscape and climate of their regions, but this book by Oz Clarke's really
helps you to understand what makes a wine. How everything from the climate to the
soil affect the vineyard and the vines that grow in it, and ultimately the taste of the wine
you drink - it's not just about grape types!
Price £21.00 inc. VAT
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by David Peppercorn
Basically 'Wines of Bordeaux' is a short version of the book above.
It explains Bordeaux's winemaking techniques and highlights the importance
of vintages. Organised by appellation, there is an A-Z chateaux listing
of more than 1000 leading and lesser-known estates giving profiles of
each including in-depth production details. A star rating for red and
white wines, with quality recommendations and vintage reports, is included.
This edition features additional information about the revised cru bourgeois
wine listings.
Price £6.99 inc. VAT
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by Robert Parker.
The 4th update, this is the ultimate reference book. Robert
Parker has sniffed, gurgled and ejected his senses through several thousands
of chateau which make up Bordeaux. There is not a more comprehensive
book on the wine of Bordeaux, hardly a chateau is missed - there are
over 8,000 in the Bordeaux region!
This is an invaluable book for anyone who adores Bordeaux wines or wants
to hear the views of a knowledgeable companion on their trip through
the minefield of styles and vintages - a must have!
Price £31.50 inc. VAT
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by Jacqueline Friedrich.
This book is the product of Jacqueline Friedrich, seven years living in the Loire Valley,
during which she worked for the Guide Hachette. It'sclear from the book that much of her
time was employed visiting over 600 of the Loire vignerons. Most of the book is given over
to details of her visits tothe idividual Chateau, tasting the wines and rating the producers.
This is a most useful insight to a fine, yet sometimes neglected, region of France.
Price £14.28 inc. VAT
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