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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100198871317

ISBN-139780198871316

eBay Product ID (ePID)23059038489

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Number of Pages976 Pages

Publication NameOxford Companion to Wine

LanguageEnglish

SubjectEncyclopedias, Agriculture & Food (See Also Political Science / Public Policy / Agriculture & Food Policy)

Publication Year2023

TypeNot Available

AuthorJancis Robinson Obe Mw

Subject AreaReference, Social Science

FormatHardcover

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Item Height2.1 in

Item Weight111.7 Oz

Item Length11.2 in

Item Width9.1 in

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Edition Number5

LCCN2022-951041

Reviews"An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection." -- Wine Drinker "Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm." -- , Sommerlier Edit, "This encyclopaedic book is remarkably up-to-date." -- Max Allen, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, Australian Finacial Review"An indispensable resource for both the novice wine enthusiast and the seasoned sommelier...what sets the Companion apart from other wine guides is its commitment to accuracy and depth...more than just a book, it's an odyssey into the captivating world of wine." -- Yohan Castaing, The Wine Advocate"An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection." -- Wine Drinker"Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm." -- Sommerlier Edit"This meticulously detailed dictionary'e"encyclopedia hybrid will answer any question readers have about wine and probably any oenology question from anyone on Earth, or beyond, now and forever." -- Booklist"A vital book to have in every wine lover's house...a distillation of the work of global authorities on viniculture, winemaking and wine...this new edition will be used endlessly." -- Yorkshire Post"Simply put, there is no other wine reference such as this... you should definitely pick up a copy, or if you know anyone who does, it will make an incredibly nice Christmas gift!" -- Miquel Hudin, Hudin"The best wine books for the gift-giving season: if one wine book is all you can accommodate, this is it. You won't be disappointed. It's my number one go-to reference book." -- Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion"[T]he essential book for serious wine students." -- Eric Asimov, The New York Times, "This encyclopaedic book is remarkably up-to-date." -- Max Allen, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, Australian Finacial Review"An indispensable resource for both the novice wine enthusiast and the seasoned sommelier...what sets the Companion apart from other wine guides is its commitment to accuracy and depth...more than just a book, it's an odyssey into the captivating world of wine." -- Yohan Castaing, The Wine Advocate"An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection." -- Wine Drinker"Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm." -- Sommerlier Edit"This meticulously detailed dictionary--encyclopedia hybrid will answer any question readers have about wine and probably any oenology question from anyone on Earth, or beyond, now and forever." -- Booklist"A vital book to have in every wine lover's house...a distillation of the work of global authorities on viniculture, winemaking and wine...this new edition will be used endlessly." -- Yorkshire Post"Simply put, there is no other wine reference such as this... you should definitely pick up a copy, or if you know anyone who does, it will make an incredibly nice Christmas gift!" -- Miquel Hudin, Hudin"The best wine books for the gift-giving season: if one wine book is all you can accommodate, this is it. You won't be disappointed. It's my number one go-to reference book." -- Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion"[T]he essential book for serious wine students." -- Eric Asimov, The New York Times"A major revision cements the Companion's status as the work of wine reference." -- Anthony Rose, The World of Fine Wine"Included in the Luxx's "Luxury gifts for wine lovers": "painstakingly updated... but the effort is invisible thanks to the quality of the writing." -- Nina Kaplan, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, The Times"The best wine books for Christmas: "a work of peerless scholarship, indispensable for wine professionals and wine lovers alike." -- Nina Kaplan, Holiday Gift Guide 2023, Club Oenologie, "An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection." -- Wine Drinker"Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm." -- , Sommerlier Edit"This meticulously detailed dictionaryDLencyclopedia hybrid will answer any question readers have about wine and probably any oenology question from anyone on Earth, or beyond, now and forever." -- Booklist, "An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection." -- Wine Drinker"Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm." -- Sommerlier Edit"This meticulously detailed dictionary'e"encyclopedia hybrid will answer any question readers have about wine and probably any oenology question from anyone on Earth, or beyond, now and forever." -- Booklist"A vital book to have in every wine lover's house...a distillation of the work of global authorities on viniculture, winemaking and wine...this new edition will be used endlessly." -- Yorkshire Post"The best wine books for the gift-giving season: if one wine book is all you can accommodate, this is it. You won't be disappointed. It's my number one go-to reference book." -- Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion, "An indispensable asset for anyone with an interest in wine. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a casual enthusiast, this book promises to be a valuable addition to your collection." -- Wine Drinker"Anyone seriously interested in wine needs to get a copy of the latest 5th edition...Every page is densely packed with information, there isn't a single wasted word. And it's no wonder, given it is edited by two of wine's powerhouses, Julia Harding MW and Jancis Robinson OBE MW...With Tara Q. Thomas as assistant editor the fifth edition, The Oxford Companion to Wine has an impressive all female trio at the helm." -- , Sommerlier Edit

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Dewey Edition23

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal641.2203

Table Of ContentPreface Contributors Acknowledgements List of new entries Maps of the wine regions Note to the reader Complete list of entries by region and topic The Oxford Companion to Wine alphabetical entries Appendix 1: Complete list of controlled appellations and their permitted grape varieties Appendix 2a: Total vineyard area by country Appendix 2b: Wine production by country Appendix 2c: Per capita consumption by country

SynopsisEverything you could possibly want to know about wine, in one fully up-to-date A-Z volume! The Oxford Companion to Wine is a uniquely comprehensive and in-depth A-Z reference book on every aspect of wine: more than 4,000 entries covering topics from history through geography, geology, soil science, viticulture, winemaking, packaging, academia, technology, and regulations to people and places, tasting, writing, and the language of wine. The system of cross-references takes the reader from one entry to another, showing how all these topics are interconnected in the fascinating story of wine in its most traditional and modern forms. This new fifth edition, which benefits from the knowledge and experience of over one hundred new contributors, all experts in their field or geographical region, is expanded by 264 new entries, and every existing entry has been reviewed, updated, and polished. The text is more international than ever, written for wine lovers of every persuasion, including those who love wine but want to know more in order to increase their enjoyment of this endlessly fascinating liquid, and those who are intent on studying wine, professionally or privately. This is a huge treasure trove of knowledge, for the first time breaking the barrier of one million words, but the alphabetical format and the links between the entries make it easily navigable, and the language, while not shying away from complex science, is intended to open the door to every curious reader looking for answers on every question they have ever wanted to ask about wine., The Oxford Companion to Wine is an essential reference for both the novice and professional wine lover, written by a vast team of experts. Covering the entire world of wine, it avoids jargon to deliver clear, concise entries on the winemaking process, and practical advice on everything from opening a bottle to finding sustainably produced wines., For the first time surpassing 1 million words, this is the most comlete reference book on wine on the market, Includes more than 4,000 A to Z entries from hundreds of highly knowledgeable wine professinals, giving up-to-date insider information without bias on an astounding variety of subjects, Avoids jargon and conveys complex information with wit, clarity, and flair, More international than ever before, with new entries on countries such as Estonia, Finland, Gabon, Latvia, and Senegal, and deeper and more extensive treatment of North America, Everything you could possibly want to know about wine, in one fully up-to-date A-Z volume! The Oxford Companion to Wine is a uniquely comprehensive and in-depth A-Z reference book on every aspect of wine: more than 4,000 entries covering topics from history through geography, geology, soil science, viticulture, winemaking, packaging, academia, technology, and regulations to people and places, tasting, writing, and thelanguage of wine. The system of cross-references takes the reader from one entry to another, showing how all these topics are interconnected in the fascinating story of wine in its most traditional and modern forms. This new fifth edition, which benefits from the knowledge and experience of over one hundred new contributors, all experts in their field or geographical region, is expanded by 272 new entries, and every existing entry has been reviewed, updated, and polished. The text is more international than ever, written for wine lovers of every persuasion, including those who love wine but want to know more in order to increase their enjoyment of this endlessly fascinating liquid,and those who are intent on studying wine, professionally or privately. This is a huge treasure trove of knowledge, for the first time breaking the barrier of one million words, but the alphabeticalformat and the links between the entries make it easily navigable, and the language, while not shying away from complex science, is intended to open the door to every curious reader looking for answers on every question they have ever wanted to ask about wine.

LC Classification NumberTP548