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Wolf Blass: Behind the Bow Tie by Liz Johnston
Wolf Blass is an icon of the Australian wine industry, the man and the brand are recognised around the world. This book traces his life, right up to the present day.
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Jane Hunter by Tessa Anderson
From Marlborough to Manhattan, from Rapaura Road to the Ritz – the inspiring story of a quiet, unassuming woman who took her wines to the world. Jane Hunter had no romantic illusions about life among the vines. Growing up in South Australia, she always knew it was a business. When she met Ernie Hunter, a passionate, larger-than-life Irishman with a fledgling vineyard, they were the perfect team. Their complementary talents – his for dreaming large and her knowledge and experience – clearly belonged together. Ernie’s genius for promotion saw their wines win international acclaim and their future seemed clear. It would be hard, but they had the right terroir and their wines were world class. When Ernie died tragically in a road accident, Jane
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Varietal Wines by James Halliday
James Halliday’s Varietal is a fascinating account of Australian grape varieties. More than 80 varieties are featured, with details of how each wine is made. Varieties include: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chambourcin, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Colombard, Dolcetto, Durif, Gamay, Gewurztraminer, Marsanne, Merlot, Mourvedre, Muscadelle, Muscat à Petits Grains, Muscat of Alexandria, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Roussanne, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Shiraz, Tempranillo, Trebbiano, Verdelho, Viognier, Zinfandel and many more. The history of each variety is given from an international and an Australian point of view. Includes best producer listings in both Australian and international contexts.
Paperback, 274 pp, $32.95. Buy
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