WINES OF AUSTRALIA - Softcover

Unlike Europe, Australia is not governed by the strict wine laws imposed on European winegrowers, who are restricted to growing certain grapes in certain areas. The result is that while France has 13 wine growing regions. Australia has in excess of 35. Wines of Australia is a fascinating tour of the major main wine producing areas and provides a detailed region-by-region guide to the country's wineries in Western and Southern Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Each chapter starts with an overview of the region's history, its pioneers and its development in the future. The text incorporates details of the different wineries, the most widely planted grape varieties, the qualities and tastes of the various wines, together with comprehensive information about soil types, climate aspect, winemaking and wine growing philosophy, grapes used, and where they are most commonly found in Europe. Detailed coloured maps of the regions are included in each section, which highlight both the locations of wineries mentioned and also other recommended ones. Whether you are an established connoisseur. or simply a casual consumer eager to learn more Wines of Australia is the perfect guide.

David Pearce worked as the sommelier in a Michelin starred restaurant for 10 years and has taken the Wine and Spirit Education Trust examinations up to diploma level. He now owns a wine importing business that has won acclaim in the Financial Times from Jancis Robinson; one of the world's most highly regarded wine writers. His company imports wine from all over Australia and sells it via the Internet. He also supplies bars and restaurants all over the UK. He has travelled extensively in Australia, visited some 300 wineries, and can personally recommend the very best wine Australia has to offer.