Synopses & Reviews
George argues that before recent improvements in technology and an accompanying new generation of visionary winemakers, the wines of the South of France have deserved their relatively lesser reputation. After thorough research, covering the history of the area's winemaking from 6 B.C.E. to the present, and 16 visits to the region, George (The Wines of Chablis, etc.) now makes a convincing case for these wines. Her broad territory is Roussillon, Languedoc, Provence, and Corsica, and the book is divided accordingly. Within each region, the important wineries are covered in a narrative that is part travel writing and part wine criticism; there are also weather tables and vintage guides. Given the area's current popularity for tourists, this book is particularly timely. While a summary roundup of wineries for travelers might have been a useful addition, George has filled a niche in one big volume. Recommended for all good wine collections.
Synopsis
The South of France is becoming one of the most vibrant and exciting of French vineyard areas. It is currently undergoing a startling transformation in quality and shaking off its former reputation for vin ordinaire. Every region covered features the key wine producers and their wines, with details of the regions, laws, and grape varieties.
Synopsis
Known for its dramatic landscapes, the south of France is home to some of the most vibrant and exciting French vineyards. Best of all for wine lovers, it is currently undergoing a startling transformation in quality, with wines that can compete on an international level. Multi-award winning writer Rosemary George covers every key wine area in the southfrom Banyuls on the Spanish border to the island of Corsicawith details on all the key wine producers and their wines, plus background on the regions, laws, and grape varieties.