The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine is the first book of its kind to introduce wine lovers, wine curious, and adventurous gourmet travelers to the sweeping landscape of Turkish wine.Offering a plethora of new grapes for wine lovers to explore, the Turkish wine industry has been on the fringes but is emerging as a real player. Through narration, photography, and unique graphics, the book: Introduces readers to Turkey's long winemaking history and traditions- Provides comprehensive descriptions of native Turkish wine grapes- Tells the story of Turkey's wine producers- Provides winery contact information to help you plan your visits- Suggests places to drink and buy wine in Istanbul- And more!Created by a wine loving expat living in Turkey, The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine is a friendly and casual guide intended for everyone from the wine neophyte to those in the industry.It's time to give Turkish wines the attention they deserve.