Dimensions
95 x 196 x 15mm
Twenty years ago, New Zealand was a backwater of the wine world, producing non-descript table wines and strong, sweet "sherries" and "ports". Today it ranks among the most exciting of the New World's wine producers. This book examines this fascinating and fast-changing new wine country, and details its top producers and labels.
The introductory section covers the history of New Zealand wine, from the first vineyards planted in 1836 to the thriving export market of the 1990s, as well as the climate and soils, grape varieties planted, winemaking techniques and laws and labelling requirements. Vintage charts are also included.
Over 180 winery profiles follow, and are grouped by region. Every commendable estate is covered, from small, virtually unknown boutique wineries to well-established, internationally recognised operations. Each profile includes star ratings for its key wines.
