Grands Vins: The Finest Châteaux of Bordeaux and Their Wines (Hardcover)

~ Clive Coates M. W. (Author)

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"Not only gives ample factual information about what is considered the greatest wine growing region in the world but is also filled with colorful history and anecdotes." --"Adventures in Dining

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By far France's largest fine-wine region, Bordeaux is also arguably its greatest, and perhaps the greatest in the world. This extensive survey details the region's history, geography, grape varieties, and other regional wine-making idiosyncracies. Master of Wine Clive Coates profiles the leading chateaux and assesses their top red and white wines. 150 drawings.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 736 pages
• Publisher: University of California Press (June 7, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0520202201
• ISBN-13: 978-0520202207
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #971,894 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars For SERIOUS collectors of Bordeaux, February 11, 1997

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This thorough if narrowly focused study by a major British wine critic covers the ground with thoroughness and dedicated skill. Not for beginners, it's a requirement if you're getting seriously into collecting Bordeaux

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Top quality reference, March 10, 2003

By	Michael Casey "Michael" (Atlanta, GA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This top quality reference, now getting a bit dated, provides one of the most thorough and detailed examinations of the Bordeaux region ever written. Though not as exciting to read as Markham's "1855" it is much more informative than Parker's "Bordeaux." Any serious collection of wine histories should include this book. I am hopeful that a newer edition will be arriving soon.