Michael Broadbent's Wine Vintages (Mitchell Beazley pocket guides)

by J.M.Broadbent (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  1995

  $48.46

  In his 40 years in the wine trade, Michael Broadbent, Master of Wine, has kept meticulous notes on every fine wine he has tasted and a file on every vintage. His knowledge and experience are unique, and they are made available to every wine lover once again. It is the only book to provide expert information on vintages from all the major wine regions of the world. Weather conditions, changes in winemaking techniques and even historical events that might influence the particular vintage are described. The greatest detail is given to the vintages most likely to be available now, but notes on classic vintages from as far back a 1890 make fascinating reading. Given to each vintage is an overall quality rating on a scale of one to five.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2003

  $3.25

  Michael Broadbent explains how the vintage makes the wine and why vintages are so important. He answers basic questions about what a vintage is and what conditions make a good or poor vintage. He explores the effect of vintage not only on the style and quality of the wine, but also on the quantity produced in a given year. The vintage years are listed in chronological order for ease of reference, and there is also information on the character and readiness to drink of a wide array of wines. More than a century of wine vintages are covered. Quick-reference quality ratings for each entry are also included.