In the world of wine, terroir evokes that mystical melding of light, water, soil, air, and human touch that results in a wine that is completely unique to its origins. 'The Art of Terroir' is a visual exploration of this mysterious phenomenon with stunning photographs from the Northern California coastal wine region. This captivating portfolio of images is accompanied by a 4000 word essay on the elements of terroir by noted Californian wine writer Rod Smith.
Inspired by the breathtaking panorama of California's coastal vineyards, photographer George Rose captures the seasonal beauty of one of the most beautiful and popular wine growing regions in the world. In lyrical prose, Rod Smith describes the alchemy of terroir in terms of light, water, air geology, and most importantly, the human touch. Together they combined the magic of nature and winemaking in a gorgeous package sure to appeal to wine enthusiasts the world over.
'The Art of Terroir' lovingly documents the beauty of the vineyards as they change in sunlight and rain, shadow and fog, abundance and rest. With a foreword by Jess Jackson, founder and proprietor on Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates in Sonoma County, this incredibly beautiful volume is the perfect gift of the wine lover in all of us.
