Coming from the coolest of the classic european wine countries, where grapes ripen slowly, german wine is about much more than just fruit. By stephan reinhardt, hugh johnson foreword by university of california press, 9780520273221, 272pp. The finest wines of germany, a regional guide to the best producers and their wines. A regional guide to the best producers and their winesisbn 9780520273221. Wine wikipedia fascinating insight into the wineestates.
The competition allows wineries from all over germany, including those who are currently still seeking uk representation, to enter their wines. A regional guide to the best producers and their wines at. More than 1 million copies have been sold since the book debuted 20 years ago, said ms. A regional guide to the best producers and their wines. The wines of germany top 50 2016 selection will be showcased at the following events in 2017. Stephan reinhardt, the finest wines of germany as you might remember, i was very excited when i received my copy of stephan reinhardts new book the finest wines of germany. Goldberg translator is an instructor of history at kennesaw state university and the author of a forthcoming book on the history of. Reviews this is arguably the best of the titles so far in the finest wines series and the best book about german wines in english for a generation. Fortified wines, such as sherry, port, madeira, and malaga, are wines to which brandy or other spirits have been added. Never mind that is not the reason why the book does not warrant 5 stars. Yet, beyond rieslings bright glare, germany boasts a diversity of intriguing white wines. The finest wines of california is authored by stephen brook, a prolific author of wine books who has written about sauternes, bordeaux, wines of the south of france, the wines of germany, as well as having contributed to a number of general volumes on wine. The wines will be presented for the first time at the wines of germany trade tasting g string on 9th may 2017.
The finest wines of champagne by edwards, michael and a great selection of related books. Sommeliers, wine writers and industry experts still champion the complexity, expressiveness and ageability of germanys finest riesling, and. The finest wines of germany paperback a regional guide to the best producers and their wines. Located in the heart of the bordeaux vineyards, we take advantage of this privileged position to offer the best service possible and wines with optimum quality. Its about balance, mineral freshness, depth of aroma and flavor, and also a miraculous lightness. We know this because white wines make up over 65% of the countrys vineyards. There isnt a lot of literature on german wine out there.
In 2012, stephans book the finest wines of germany came out in the uk and the us and was soon shortlisted as best international wine book of the year 20 by the louis roederer international wine writers award. World renowned for its breathtaking, postcardperfect scenery, the middle rhine features imposing cliffs and picturesque rolling hills, steep vineyards, historic landmarks including a collection of magnificent medieval castles and a string of picturesque riverside. Its about balance, mineral freshness, depth of aroma and. A regional guide to the best producers and their wines in the mail two weeks back. John winthrop haeger, author of north american pinot noir the authors voice is consistently engaged and enthusiastic, and his book should appeal to a general readership of wine lovers as well as to anyone with a professional interest in. Foreword by hugh johnson, photography by jon wyand. German wines are hugely underrated, even if theyve enjoyed something of a renaissance in the last several years. John winthrop haeger, author of north american pinot noir the authors voice is consistently engaged and enthusiastic, and his book should appeal to a general readership of wine lovers as well as to anyone with a professional. Germanys vast world of white wines wine enthusiast. He is the author of the bestselling champagne companion winner of le prix lanson, pocket guide to champagne and sparkling wine, and the red wine companion. Therefore, if you are travelling with a small group and dont want to do a full tour, it may be worth looking for wineries with a vinothek vinotheque where a staff member will serve you selected wines and provide you with some additional advice. These wines contain a higher alcohol content from 16% to 35% than the still wines from 7% to 15%. Theyre fruity in style, low in alcohol, rarely oaked, and often offdry or sweet.
The finest rhone and rhone style wines from france and the new world free. A regional guide to the best producers and their wines fine wine editions paperback october 24, 2012 by stephan reinhardt author, hugh johnson foreword 4. Since 1997, finestwine offers and ships worldwide the rarest and finest wines, champagnes and spirits. Sparkling wines, of which champagne is the finest example, are produced by the process of secondary fermentation in the bottle. This is arguably the best of the titles so far in the. The book was translated and published in japan and china in 20. Although more and more quality red wine is being produced, the majority of german wines are white due to the northern continental climate. Germany produces some of the finest white wines in the world. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Germany has wine regions 11 regions in the west and 2 regions in the eastern part of the country. The most complete vintage reports from all around the world from vintages 17902018.
Ebook online the finest wines of germany a regional guide to the best producers and their wines fine book online. Their labels carry grape names, which is an anomaly in europe. The enchanting middle rhine valley also affectionately known as the romantic rhine valley is germany at its finest. German wine is typically associated with riesling, the nations most heralded and widely planted grape. A regional guide to the best producers and their wines by reinhardt, stephen, wyand, jon isbn. The result is a provocative, unique and exciting experience for both wine enthusiasts and those who simply love to read a good book. What makes german white wines so compelling is their ability to age a long time. University of california press usa aurum press uk publication date. List of books and articles about wine industry online. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Edwards is also a regular contributor to the world of fine wine among other publications.
Michael edwards is a writer specializing in champagne and gastronomy. The book focuses on the best producers from the main wine areas of germany in the opinion of the writer some mosel producers in particular which in my opinion make some of germanys finest wine are not included here. My previous goto for a work on the whole country would be stephan reinhardts 2012 work in the finest wines series aurum press. Wine notes the worlds most comprehensive and uptodate tasting note collection of the rarest and finest wines. Very often m any wineries require a minimum of 1012 participants for a full tasting session. The unique microclimates and diverse soil types in germany are expressed in lively wines with high acidity and low alcohol content. While germany is renowned for producing some of the finest white wines in the world, today germany is building its reputation upon fine wines in a range of styles, from complex reds to refreshing whites and unique.
And it has inspired a number of related works from the authors, including red wine for. The finest wines of germany a regional guide to the best producers and their wines. The finest wines of germany a regional guide to the best producers and their wines stephan reinhardt author, jon wyand photography, hugh johnson foreword paperback, 272 pages isbn. Hugh johnson coming from the coolest of the classic european wine countries, where grapes ripen slowly, german wine is about much more than just fruit. Germany s cooler climate produces white wines with lean, laserfocused fruit flavors and heightened acidity. This is arguably the best of the titles so far in the finest wines series and the best book about german wines in english for a generation. John winthrop haeger, author of north american pinot.
This is possibly the most thorough and uptodate book on the wines of the rioja and the neighbouring wine regions. Germany ranks third worldwide after france and the usa in area devoted to this variety. The finest wines of germany coming from the coolest of the classic european wine countries, where grapes ripen slowly, german wine is about much more than just fruit. Reinhardt, stephan 2012 the finest wines of germany. Stephen brook has written an excellent book on the subject, striking a good balance between detail on individual producers and giving an overview of trends and challenges in the field of german wine. A new book on germany is a welcome addition to the wine library of any serious wine lover. The wines are rated on a 100point scale and numbered from 1 to. The designation is not an official part of german wine law, but was conceived by a group of top producers in the early 2000s and refined as recently as 2012 as part of a plan to identify the best vineyard sites. John winthrop haeger, author of north american pinot noir the authors voice is consistently engaged and enthusiastic, and his book should appeal to a general readership of wine lovers as well as to anyone with a professional interest in german wine. A regional guide to the best producers and their wines by stephan reinhardt, hugh johnson. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Germanys cooler climate produces white wines with lean, laserfocused fruit flavors and heightened acidity.
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