The Complete Bordeaux: The Wines The Châteaux The People

About this book

New Edition of the definitive study with a fully revised and updated vintage guide. The wines of Bordeaux have never enjoyed a greater reputation and are universally recognized as among the worlds finest. In this new edition of his prize-winning survey Stephen Brook a foremost expert on Bordeaux provides an unrivaled survey of the region and its wines. As well as incisive portraits of the leading properties and their wines he provides a detailed look at the regions lesser-known areas and their top chateau. Providing essential reference to each appellation from Medoc through Graves to Pomerol and Saint-Emilion Brook examines the full range of wines available from the most reputable producers to the lesser-known up-and-coming properties. Each commune and appellation is explored in detail along with an analysis of stylistic and wine-making issues affecting more than 1 000 significant wine producers. Brooks definitive study concludes with a fully revised and updated vintage guide.