French Wines: The Essential Guide to the Wines and Wine Growing Regions of France

by robert-joseph

Profiling hundreds of wines from every region, major vineyard, and appellation of France, French Wines is equally useful to the cultured connoisseur as well as the beginner who doesn't know Pouilly Fume from Pouilly Fuisse. Combining beautiful color photographs with an informative text by eminent wine export and author Robert Joseph, this guide offers an abundance of detailed information on each wine. Special features include a glossary of wine terminology; an extensive introductory section with information on viticulture, buying, tasting, storing, serving, and matching foods with wines. A tour itinerary and food specialty for each wine-producing region makes this a perfect accessory on a trip to France or to preparing a meal that makes you feel like you're there.

Genres: Wine, Nonfiction, Reference, Food and Drink

240 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Lili · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting book, the only problem is that quality of the wine changes depending on the climate of a particular year. Therefore it is impossible to list every vintage. However it is quite educational.

[Russell Lay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Probably somewhat dated now for travel. And as one reviewer noted, wines change by year so vintages post 1999 are not included. A great book for understanding French wine regions relative to the grapes associated with each

[Josephine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a gift from one of my sisters. :)
It goes well with the book "French Cheeses"!