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Hugh Johnson’s Wine Companion: The Encyclopaedia of Wines, Vineyards and Winemakers  by Hugh Johnson
“Hugh Johnson’s Wine Companion” presents a unique approach to wine and wine producers, combining detailed background information with practical advice on how to enjoy wine to the full. Already praised for its wealth of information, the book has been extensively revised and updated by Stephen Brook, with over 70 per cent of the content changed, to take account of the latest developments in the fast-changing world of wine, be they human, cultural, or geographic. Colour maps and photographs and detailed glossaries of the wines of each region are just two of the additions for this exciting new edition.

Hardback,  720 pp,  $79.99. Buy now

Oz Clarke Wine Atlas 
Revised and updated for 2008, the Oz Clarke Wine Atlas takes the reader on a ‘grand tour’ of the great wine regions of the world.Fundamental to the understanding of wine is a sense of place. Knowing which country, which region, which hillside and which vineyard a wine comes from adds enormously to the pleasure of drinking it. With more than 75 spectacular, hand-painted panoramic maps accompanied by Oz’s lively and opinionated prose, this highly acclaimed Atlas illustrates and explains the vital connections between the land and the wine.

,  336 pp,  $99.99. Buy now

The World Atlas of Wine  by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson
From the world’s most authoritative wine duo, the clarity and detail of the maps remain core to the Atlas. The 200 maps have been thoroughly researched and updated. Reflecting the last six years in the world of wine, the pages devoted to the New World show a lot of changes. New additions include: California (Rutherford, Oakville, Stag’s Leap), Australia (Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Limestone Coast), New Zealand (Central Otago, Martinborough), South Africa (Constantia). The South American section receives a complete revamp. In Europe Sicily, the Douro, Greece and Germany all receiving extra pages. Spain’s Toro Austria’s hotspots, Wachau & Kremstel, fall under the spotlight. With new illustrations and photographs, this is the must-have book

,  400 pp,  $79.99. Buy now

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Wine, Beer and Spirits  by Brian Glover and Stuart Walton
Learn the five principal elements to look for when tasting a wine, receive practical advice on storing and serving wine and find out how to select wines to serve with food. Discover amazing facts about beer, and take an exciting and informative journey around the world of beer. The definitive guide to spirits, liqueurs and fortified wines, including information on non-alcoholic mixers. Includes instructions for making more than 100 cocktails.

Hardback,  512 pp,  $32.95. Buy now

Wine Atlas of Australia  by James Halliday

,  311 pp,  $62.95. Buy now

The Oxford Companion to Wine  by Jancis Robinson
Presents almost 4,000 entries on wine-related topics, from regions and grape varieties to the owners, connoisseurs, growers, and tasters in wine through the ages. This book is illustrated with maps of important wine regions in the world, useful charts and diagrams, and colour photographs.

Hardback,  840 pp,  $135.00. Buy now

The New Encyclopedia of Wine  by Stuart Walton
The book studies the world’s 12 major grape varieties, describing their aromas and flavours, and explaining why and how their character varies in different soils, in different climates and, not least, in different wine making methods. All this is accompanied by vintage and producer recommendations, vivid colour photography and carefully illustrated maps. Also included is a section of helpful hints and general knowledge. There’s practical advice on storing and serving wine, assured and exciting suggestions for choosing wines to serve with food and helpful tips on what glassware to buy.

Hardback,  256 pp,  $45.00. Buy now

A Wine Miscellany  by Graham Harding
Packed with arcane information about everything from types of cork and other closures to the rarest and the most expensive wines (which are not necessarily the same thing), here is a book that a wine connoisseur may give to a novice, and that someone ignorant of wine may give to an expert.

Hardback,  160 pp,  $29.95. Buy now

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 now

Oddbins Dictionary of Wine  by S.M.H. Collin
A unique reference, covering every aspect of wine and wine-making. Interest in wine has exploded in recent years. This book is a comprehensive guide to the specialist terms used in growing, producing and tasting wine. It covers basic concepts, from the different type of grape, regions and methods of growing vines, right through to the finished product. Ideal for the enthusiast or student of wine and wine-making.

Paperback,  352 pp,  $29.95. Buy now

Dictionary of Beer and Brewing  by Dan Rabin and Carl Forget
This completely revised and expanded edition of Brewers Publications’ best-selling The Dictionary of Beer and Brewing presents 2,500 technical, historical, and cultural beer-related terms and definitions gathered from around the world. Each term and definition is concise, clear, up to date, and accompanied by pronunciation guides. They have all been checked for technical accuracy by historians and professionals in the brewing industry. Handy conversion tables are an added bonus

,  306 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Pocket Encyclopedia of American Wine – Northwest  by William Kaufman

Paperback,   $18.95. Buy now

Pocket Encyclopedia of American Wine – East of the Rockies  by William Kaufman

Paperback,   $21.95. Buy now

Wine Into Words: A History and Bibliography of Wine Books in the English Language  by James M. Gabler

,  503 pp,  $104.95. Buy now