Rich, Rare & Red

Howkins Ben

ISBN 10: 1846892015 / ISBN 13: 9781846892011

Edité par Quiller Publishing, Ltd., 2015

pp. 224. N° de réf. du vendeur 18127074735

Synopsis :

In this fourth edition of his bestselling book, Ben Howkins captures the essence of port and what it means to the people who produce it and those who drink it. Packed with a wealth of up-to-date information, including a complete list of vintages and guide to tasting, this book will appeal to lovers of wine, food and travel as well as the serious student of port. Ben Howkins offers a concise history of port and the port trade as they have developed over the last 300 years. He covers important changes in recent ownership of the major shippers and highlights the people driving change in the industry whilst protecting port's heritage. 'Ben Howkins' classic handbook Rich, Rare & Red greets the new age of port with just the guide to these changes port lovers need. We may like our port old, but we need our sources constantly refreshed.' - Hugh Johnson

À propos de l'auteur: Ben Howkins was educated at Rugby and Amherst College, Massachusetts. He was awarded the Vintners' Scholarship in 1963, making him the youngest person to receive this award. His experience in Europe's vineyards, working with many leading vintners, informs his commitment to educate others in the enjoyment of wine. He is a member of the Confraria do Vinho do Porto and the Vintners' Company, co-founder of Royal Tokaji, and is wine advisor at Waddesdon, to Lord Rothschild, co-owner of Chateau Lafite Rothschild. His other titles for Quiller include Real Men Drink Port...and Ladies do too!

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Rich, Rare & Red
Éditeur : Quiller Publishing, Ltd.
Date d'édition : 2015
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : New
Edition : 4ème Édition