Vines in a Cold Climate: The People Behind the English Wine Revolution
Vines in a Cold Climate: The People Behind the English Wine Revolution
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The author, Henry Jeffreys, who used to work in the wine trade, is an amiable and entertaining guide to the English wine revolution. He has done an excellent job of telling the story of the quirky characters and visionaries behind the first wave of modern English wines in the 1980s and 90s.
Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 03 August 2023
Publisher: Atlantic Books
A New York Times Pick for Best Wine Book of 2023!
Henry Jeffreys, a former wine trade professional, presents an amiable and captivating guide to the English wine revolution.
"A tour de force!" - Jancis Robinson
"Henry Jeffreys, who used to work in the wine trade, is an amiable and entertaining guide to the English wine revolution." - Daily Mail
"A fascinating and superbly told adventure." - Independent
"A tremendously gossipy but adroitly helmed examination of where English wine is today and how it got there." - Telegraph
"An invaluable guide." - Evening Standard
"Delightful details make the book sing." - Times Literary Supplement
"A page-turner." - Financial Times
"Mr. Jeffreys, an English drinks writer, has done an excellent job of telling the story of the quirky characters and visionaries behind the first wave of modern English wines in the 1980s and 90s." - New York Times
"The definitive story of the extraordinary and surprising success of English wine - and the people who transformed our reputation on the global stage from that of a joke to world-class in 30 years."
The rise of English wine has been one of the more unexpected wine stories of the past 30 years. From an amateur affair made by retirees to a multi-million-pound industry with quality to rival Champagne, the journey of English wine has been remarkable. In this illuminating and accessible account, award-winning drinks writer Henry Jeffreys takes you behind the scenes of the English wine revolution. It's a story about changing climate and technology, but more importantly, it's about men and women with vision, determination, and a touch of bloody-mindedness.
From secretive billionaires to the single mother farming a couple of hectares in Kent, these are the people making wine in a cold climate.
Jeffreys' book offers a captivating glimpse into the world of English wine, shedding light on the passionate individuals and innovative practices that have propelled it to global recognition. With its engaging narrative and insightful anecdotes, "The English Wine Revolution" is a must-read for wine enthusiasts, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the remarkable journey of a small country's wine industry.
Weight: 460g
Dimension: 222 x 146 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838956653
Edition number: Main
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