Wine Report 2009 [Paperback]

Tom Stevenson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Wine Report | Publication Date: October 20, 2008

A vintage reference that should be part of any serious wine-lover's library, from three-time Wine Writer of the Year, Tom Stevenson If you are a wine connoisseur looking for the inside track on what's going on in the world of wine right now, this updated insider's guide is essential reading. Find out all the latest wine news, with tips on investing wisely so you can snap up this year's best bargains and save money. Top ten lists, hot tips, wine science and more make this a tantalising and robust read which will appeal to any serious wine drinker's palate. Winner Best Wine Guide & Wine Book 2004 & 2005 and the only wine book in Hall of Fame 2007 at the Gourmand International Awards.

Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT (October 20, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756639832
• ISBN-13: 978-0756639839
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 3.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #895,133 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Well worth it, but.., October 12, 2009

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Cvillereader (VA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Wine Report 2009 (Paperback)

This is a fantastic resource, but looks at the wine world from a somewhat different perspective that most Americans are used to. Scandinavian and English vintage ratings - you've got it. One region in the US has one rating for vintages from
NY to Virginia to Michigan.

Hey, but for the price? It's worth it, particularly for the French, Italian, and Spanish ratings and commentaries. And it's great fun to read about, I don't know, Scandinavian and English wines. And from lonely outposts in France. Then there's Hungary, and Austria, Greece, non-port Portugal. You get the idea.

I'll get the 2010 when it comes out.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Wine Update Around, October 12, 2009

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Michael Scherzberg (Napa Valley) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wine Report 2009 (Paperback)

The Wine Report is an excellent professional reference. Every Fall I pre-order the next edition to ensure I keep up-to-date with the wine world. The Wine Report is not something I would recommend for most consumers, however, it is a MUST HAVE for all sommeliers or avid enthusiasts.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars There won't be a 2010 edition, January 8, 2010

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Michael A. Duvernois (Minneapolis, MN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wine Report 2009 (Paperback)

This book is worth its weight in gold for anyone in the wine business, or anyone who has an interest in wine that goes beyond the basics. This annual volume covers the odd Jura & Savoie regional wines of France, British wines, the wines of Luxembourg, and trends in winemaking, wine consumption, and marketing worldwide. It's not for everyone, if you're happy with the wines in your local store and have no need for a larger picture (and this isn't a criticism, wine should be mostly about the drinking of the wine after all) then this is just a mess of information you do not need.

The publisher, DK, has dropped the series after the 2009 Wine Report book. There won't be a 2010 guide, but there's a good chance that someone will pick it up again for 2011. We can hope!