Exploring Wine (Revised 3rd edition)

Wine has been enjoyed for some 8,000 years. It adds to the pleasure of a superb meal. It remains an important symbol in many religious celebrations. Its healthy properties have seen it recommended to the sick and as a safe alternative to local drinking water. Today, at many a reception or gathering, it is quite usual for a glass of wine to be served.

Exploring Wine is now in its third edition, the first edition having appeared in 1996 and the second in 2002. Much has changed in recent years in respect of how and where wine is produced. Italy...