Wines of Baja California& Touring and Tasting Mexico’s Undiscovered Treasures April 10, 2008
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The first comprehensive book on Mexican wines published in English. Dimitri Tchelistcheff was technical director at Bodegas Santo Tomas, oldest winery in Baja. A historical Prologue is provided by Dr. Enrique Ferro. Each winery is described in an “Essentials” section listing location, contacts, size, production and winemaker. History, winemaker notes and vineyard and fermentation techniques are included along with tasting notes and suggested food matches. Chapters on Wine Terms, Grapes of Baja, Wine Festivals and Events assist the visitor, as well as sections on where to eat, rest and read more about this exciting region; plus how to get there and what to see in the wine producing valleys. Ideal for any wine enthusiast or armchair traveler.
About the Author
Ralph Amey teaches wine appreciation classes, leads wine tours in California and Mexico, and regularly writes articles on all aspects of wine. He holds a PhD in Chemistry and teaches at Occidental College in Los Angeles. A certified Wine Educator (CWE) and member of the Society of Wine Educators (SWE) for 20 years, Ralph Amey is a founding member of the SoCal Chapter of SWE, and is its current President.
yes baja does have some really great wine and spirits. i’ve read in http://www.baja.com that the area, although so far away from the mediterranean ocean, has a mediterranean climate which makes it a good place to grow grapes. sounds like an interesting book
Sounds interesting, I don’t know much about Mexican wines, and this book sounds very good.