The Wines of Baja California,Touring and Tasting Mexico's Undiscovered Treasure

Ralph Amey, PhD, CWE
Preface by Dimitri Tchelistcheff
The first comprehensive book on Mexican wines published in English. Dimitri Tchelistcheff was technical director at Bodegas Santo Tomas, oldest winery in Baja. A historical Prologue is provided by Dr. Enrique Ferro. Each winery is described in an “Essentials” section listing location, contacts, size,
production and winemaker. History, winemaker notes and vineyard and fermentation techniques are included along with tasting notes and suggested food matches. Chapters on Wine Terms, Grapes of Baja, Wine Festivals and Events assist the visitor, as well as sections on where to eat, rest and read more about this exciting region; plus how to get there and what to see in the wine producing valleys. Ideal for any wine enthusiast or armchair traveler.As Chilean wines permeate the global markets and bring home gold medals, their consumption and profile have continued to rise. To understand the wines of Chile, one needs to know more than just what is in the bottle. The wines of Chile are a reflection of the place they come from and the people who make them. In unprecedented fashion, Sara Matthews takes us into the vineyards, the cellars and the lives of the people who make these world class wines. Serious oenophiles, armchair travelers and connoisseurs of fine photography will find great pleasure in this book. An essential reference for anyone planning a visit to Chile.
Paperback, 6 x 9 inches, 180pp, 42 photos, maps, index.