The Wines of Portugal (English edition) by Richard Mayson

For twenty years, a revolution has been taking place in the vineyards and cellars of Portugal, bringing hundreds of new wines to the international market. Indigenous grape varieties, once obscure, are now becoming standards. Portugal, once perceived as a country producing mainly red wine, now demonstrates that it can produce world-class white wines, as distinctive as the reds.

"The Wines of Portugal" divides Portugal into four zones: Atlantic Wines, Mountain Wines, Plains Wines, and Island Wines. Each region is examined in detail, with descriptions of the delimited wine regions, producers, and the wines they produce. From the fresh Vinho Verde in the north-west Atlantic, through the Douro, Dão, and Lisbon, to the powerful reds of Alentejo and newcomers from the deep south Algarve, this book is an up-to-date assessment of the vineyards and Portuguese wine producers.

Written by one of the world's leading experts on Portuguese wines, this guide takes an international perspective. It covers the history of Portuguese wine, the grape varieties, the winemaking, the regions and their producers, as well as tips for visitors. The producers included in the book are chosen by the author based on their historical importance, the quality of their wines, and their international availability.

Additional Information:

• Series: The Classic Wine Library
• Format: Paperback / softback
• Number of pages: 356 pages, 15 black and white illustrations, 14 color illustrations
• Publisher: Académie du Vin Library
• ISBN: 9781913141523
• Publication: February 17, 2024
• Weight: 588g
• Dimensions: 178 x 475 x 42 mm
• Language: English