Red Wine

A compendium of red wine, focusing on the world's 50 essential varieties and styles, from Aglianico and Barbera to Valpolicella and Zinfandel. The introduction explains how red wine grapes evolved and spread and also how red wine is made. Each chapter of the book profiles a varietal or blend style, featuring a brief history, descriptions of what to expect in the glass and suggested food pairings, as well as recommended producers and all-inclusive bottle selections, including bargain, value, special occasion and splurge picks.