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The Wines of Rioja (Mitchell Beazley Classic Wine Library) [Kindle Edition]

John Radford (Author)
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Over the last decade, Spain’s most classic and widely recognized wine region,Rioja, has experienced a tumultuous evolution in its wine industry. This bookdocuments the changes in wine law, the heated debates between the networkof estates, bodegas, and growers, and the problems of overproduction. All aspectsof the wines of Rioja are covered in detail – from the traditional estates to the mostinnovative bodegas to the newest styles of red and white wines available. Thereare comprehensive, indepth profiles of producers and their wines, with opinions and observations from the world’s most recognized expert on Spanish wine.

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Winner of Best European Wine Book Book at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2005.
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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 730 KB
  • Print Length: 300 pages
  • Publisher: Octopus (18 Nov 2004)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B004JHY8H6
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #216,132 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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This is not a typical wine book. It is not illustrated, however, it is fully loaded with detailed information on the bodegas of Rioja. The author is obviously an expert, which is demonstrated in his book on Spanish Wines ("The New Spain"). This book on the wines of Rioja starts with a historical review leading to an interesting discussion of the current regulations for wine production. A questionnaire, which was sent round to the bodegas by the author, is included. The first 71 pages contain a description of the wines, grapes, wine culture and history of Rioja. The remaining pages contain a directory and an appendix - quite detailed - often telling the personal / family history of each bodega. This is the real interesting part, which I will enjoy using in future. I would never travel through Rioja without bringing the book. As a guide travelling through Rioja and for a wine collector or buyer it must be essential. Be prepared for a wine book, which is somewhat theoretical, but certainly very interesting and inspiring.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Update on its way 23 Mar 2011
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I am the author and, yes, the original book is out of date although, of course, the history hasn't changed! For this reason I'm producing a supplementary update, which will be available in downloadable .pdf format later in the year to be read in conjunction with the original. For more information google my name and keep an eye on the website.

John Radford
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the spanish wine industry is moving so fast that although this book may be of some interest for an enthusiast it is far to outdated to be of any practicle use for someone looking for advice or referance
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