The Complete Book of South African Wines - John Ketch, Phyllis Hands, David Hughes.

The Complete Book of South African Wines - John Ketch, Phyllis Hands, David Hughes. Book Description: Struik, Cape Town. Hardback. Very good condition. Very good dust jacket. The Complete Book of South African Wine is the definitive guide for everyone with an interest in the wines of this country. For the first time in a single volume all aspects are comprehensively explored ¿ history, vineyard practices, wine-making technology, vine cultivars, estates, co-operative wineries, private cellars, producing wholesalers ... and the wines themselves. Questions concerning the tasting, ageing, serving and choosing of wines are all answered and hints given on setting up a cellar. Undoubtedly a highlight, well over 1000 South African wines are individually assessed and star-rated on a scale of one to five. And often misused terms such as full-bodied, light, fruity, nose and bouquet are fully explained in a glossary of more than 250 entries, providing a vocabulary to be used with confidence when judging the excellence of wines. The saga is all here as you journey through 352 fact-filled pages, lavishly illustrated with over 700 evocative and informative full-colour photographs, illustrations, wine labels, easy to-follow diagrams, and maps of all 16 wine districts. The Complete Book of South African Wine is unique in its scope and approach and certainly earns a place on the bookshelves of any lover of wines whether newcomer or seasoned taster.