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<p>There is a saying among winemakers that "great wine begins with dirt." Beginning from this intriguing premise, <i>The Winemaker's Dance</i> embarks on an eye-opening exploration of "terroir" in one of the greatest places on earth to grow wine—California's Napa Valley. Jonathan Swinchatt and David G. Howell weave a tale that begins millions of years ago with the clash of continental plates that created the Napa Valley and go on to show how this small region, with its myriad microclimates, complex geologic history, and dedicated winemakers, came to produce world-class wines. A fascinating look at the art and science of winemaking and the only comprehensive book that covers Napa's geology, history, and environment, <i>The Winemaker's Dance</i> will help wine enthusiasts better understand wine talk and wine writing and, most importantly, wine itself.<br> <i>The Winemaker's Dance</i> is animated by the voices of Napa's winemakers talking about their craft. The book also contains two driving tours through the valley that highlight the landscapes and wineries discussed. An array of unique illustrations—including shaded relief maps overlaid with color aerial photographs—provide a new an

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Author

Jonathan Swinchatt; David G. Howell; Jos F. Vigil; Kate Barton; Timothy Lesle

Publisher

University of California Press

Published

2004

Language

EN

ISBN

9780520929203

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Cooking, Home & Lifestyle, Engineering