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The Wines of the Rhone Valley (Hardcover)

by Robert Parker (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 688 pages
  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster; Rev. and Expanded Ed. / edition (26 May 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0684800136
  • ISBN-13: 978-0684800134
  • Product Dimensions: 24.3 x 16.6 x 4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 777,300 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Parker has revolutionized American wine criticism, and...has brought [to it] the stringent standards of a fanatic, the high moral purpose of a reformer.

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Highlights the wines of the Rhone Valley and includes descriptions of the wines, tasting notes, guidelines for cellaring the wines, and price ranges.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Both a guide and an intro to the Rhone Wine Culture, 15 Oct 2002
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There is no way to avoid discussing the controversy surrounding Robert Parker and if the truth were told, much of it is mis-directed. Yes Parker has incredible power and influence, but the reader is reminded that they are responsible for their own education and it is up to them to broaden their knowledge through using sources other than Robert Parker.
So, is the book worth buying? YES. There is little doubt that Parker is one of the most interesting wine writers around. This book not only provides a wealth of information on the region and their traditions, but Parker's profiles on the more prodigious producers allow the reader to feel that they get to know them a little more. His wonderful account of Laurent Feraud of Domaine Pegau in CDP is excellent and having met her, I can honestly say that he captures both her charm and ferocity.
Essentially when you read Parker you feel as though you get to know the region and the wines. Bordeaux is a more austere book as is the region.

Parker's reccomendations are not infallible, but then you would doubt the strength of your own opinion should you agree with everything he says. He introduced me to Pegau, St. Cosme, Rostaing, Chave, Pierre Usegglio and the finer (and cheaper) special cuvees from St. Joseph and Crozes Hermitage of the almost infallible Chapoutier and for that I am grateful.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and slightly different from Parker's other books, 23 Jun 1999
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There's all the detail and precision you expect from RP but this is more of an interesting read than his other books. More background and insight about the idiosyncracies of the wines and growers. I found myself reading this book rather than just using it as the essential reference that all his books have become. I felt that I got deeper into the region and its wines than I could with his other books, you could almost say it's a good read!
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars WHAT A BOOK ! Impressive tastings, writings and insights!, 19 April 1999
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As a French and especially a French born in a little town located at 20 kilometers from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, I am really amazed that Mr Parker get to know the wines of my own country so deeply. He really understands their 'spirits' and he is - as no one that I know of - able of explaining them and detailing them in beautiful, and in the mean time, trully informative and practical ways. This Rhone Valley's guide - because I consider this to be a real guide even though it is a shot from one author alone - is really pleasing to read and to use. It is motivating! This is a masterpiece to be highly considered by all wine lovers in the sense that the wines from the Rhone area were - and maybe still are - not very well considered by all wine drinkers. Because Mr Parker, as a well know master taster with a huge knowledge about the wines and wine producers of the Rhone Valley, did write this book, people might now get a better understanding of what these wines are, how they are made, and who is doing them best. Mr Parker loves powerfull wines... (so do I) ...I am not suprised that he wrote such a book about this region because the Wines of the Rhone Valley ARE VERY powerfull - but not all of them. This is what you will learn by reading this book. You will find plenty of details as well as plenty of very good addresses there. This book is definitely THE reference for now. Give it a try. It is worth it. And if you visit the Rhone Valley wine country, bring it along with you or you'll miss most of the fun: tasting the good, the excellent and the exceptionnal. A la votre.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Le Grand Parkster!
Well, what can I say? Parker's books just amaze me. This book is so well written, the points system helps you a great deal. Read more
Published on 27 April 2002

2.0 out of 5 stars Pale and hollow, with views that can be argued about...
While I am not a believer in Parker's point system, I also found that this book gives little detail of the region and its wines. Read more
Published on 3 Jul 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars A mine of information on rhone wines
Well worth reading. By no means the only view on this rich wine region, but generally very reliable. Read more
Published on 13 Jun 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Like him or hate him...
Parker is a superb taster. Unfortunately his honesty and/or tastes rub some people up the wrong way. I find his palette and tasting notes to be extremely reliable.
Published on 5 Jun 2001 by Penfold

2.0 out of 5 stars A good example of why Robert Parker is known as precocious
This book is firmly based in the personal opinions of Robert Parker - each account carries the (very disputed) 100 point system which can only really be relevant for one year (... Read more
Published on 16 Jul 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars The handy bible for Rhone wines
Once again Parker comes up with a great tome. Like his other volumes, this one covers most of the major producers of each appellation, and has reviews and scorings of most major... Read more
Published on 26 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A must bring when you vist the Rhone Valley
An excellent book. My husband loves it for their reviews. When we visited the Rhone, we relied heavily on the travel section in the back of the book and found excellent lodging... Read more
Published on 2 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant book!
Definitely a true connoisseur's guide and there is no exception for the readers in Asia! Parker's books always fulfil our request for complete information all about wines.
Published on 19 Mar 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive and meticulous, as always
The best part of Robert Parker is how much information he provides. No one else so consistently organizes so much and puts it in one place. Read more
Published on 17 Oct 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars If you like Rhone wines this book is indispensible
Another colossal work by Mr. Parker! As usual, the author concentrates a little more on grading individual wines, producers and vintages than on the background and the general... Read more
Published on 20 April 1998

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