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Featuring sixty-seven exceptional color maps as well as eighty-seven vivid images by photographer Hendrik Holler and others, this is the most comprehensive and up-to-date atlas of German wine—a detailed reference to vineyards and appellations. The authors explain the geography of all the German wine-growing regions and provide independent analysis and ranking of the most significant vineyards in each region. In addressing the growing American appreciation of German wines, the atlas pays in-depth attention to Rieslings from the Mosel and other premier regions while also acquainting readers with wines from less familiar areas such as the Ahr, Baden, the Taubertal, and Franconia. Beautifully produced, with helpful sidebars and succinct essays, this book will become the standard reference on the subject.
Price: $60.00
Pages: 280
Publisher: University of California Press
Imprint: University of California Press
Publication Date:
04 August 2014
Trim Size: 12.00 X 9.00 in
ISBN: 9780520260672
Format: Hardcover
"This serious, detailed examination of one of the world's greatest wine countries. . . is an impressive reference resource."
"For the diligent student or even the mildly curious, it's a great way to learn about the complexities of German viticulture and law as well as the names of all the great vineyards. The book also lists producers the authors deem good, superior or exceptional—so even German-wine neophytes can locate those names on bottle labels."
-Lettie Teague's Six Favorite New Wine Books
-Lettie Teague's Six Favorite New Wine Books
"Casual readers will enjoy the maps, the photos by Hendrik Holler and overviews while the serious student will find her reward in the details. . . . Highly recommended."
"A prodigious effort and an excellent reference book that every connoisseur of German wine should have at their ready."
"Stunning. . . . Will delight avid Rieseling drinkers with its comprehensive study of one of the workd's leading wine-producing countries. . . . Spans 400 pages and omits nothing."
"This herculean reference is required reading for anyone who loves German wine."
"This book is simply the next best thing to exploring the wine regions of Germany in person. . . . An outstanding reference on the subject of German wines."
— Laura Herrell
"What a welcome and valuable resource for lovers of German wine...This atlas finally gives the world a one-stop resource for Germany"
Dieter Braatz is Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the German magazine Der Feinschmecker and author of a guide to Germany’s best wine estates. Ulrich Sautter is the author of Wein A-Z. Ingo Swoboda writes for Der Feinschmecker and is the coauthor of Riesling. Kevin D. Goldberg (translator) is an Instructor of History at Kennesaw State University and the author of a forthcoming book on the history of the German wine trade.
Foreword
Translator’s Note
Introduction
What Makes a Vineyard Unique?
The History of Winegrowing in Germany
Grape Varieties
Maps of the Winegrowing Regions
Ahr
Mosel
Saar
Ruwer
Mittelrhein
Rheingau
Nahe
Rheinhessen
Pfalz
Hessische Bergstrasse
Baden
Württemberg
Taubertal
Franconia
Saxony
Saale-Unstrut
Vineyard Index
Village Index
Major Producers
Acknowledgments and Credits
Translator’s Note
Introduction
What Makes a Vineyard Unique?
The History of Winegrowing in Germany
Grape Varieties
Maps of the Winegrowing Regions
Ahr
Mosel
Saar
Ruwer
Mittelrhein
Rheingau
Nahe
Rheinhessen
Pfalz
Hessische Bergstrasse
Baden
Württemberg
Taubertal
Franconia
Saxony
Saale-Unstrut
Vineyard Index
Village Index
Major Producers
Acknowledgments and Credits