Table of Contents

Preface
A Note on Numbers and Maps
Introduction: The World of Wine

1. The Historical Geography of Wine
2. The Biogeography of the Vine
3. Terroir
4. How Wine Is Made
5. Tasting Wine
6. Wine in the Global Economy
7. Wines of the European Union
8. Wines of the Southern Hemisphere
9. Wine in North America
10. Frontiers
11. Modern Wine Containers
12. Cultural Geography of Wine
Conclusion

Appendix A: Affirmation of Grape Variety Produced in Commercial Quantities by Country of Origin
Appendix B: North American Wine History
Appendix C: Wine Glossary
Notes
Bibliography
Index

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A fascinating and comprehensive introduction to the geography, culture, and history of wine that identifies the significance of this simple beverage throughout human history and today.

About the Author

Robert Sechrist, PhD, is professor of geography at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA, where he has taught for 30 years.

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Good and fresh information. . . . Recommended.
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For wine novices and connoisseurs alike who are interested in making, tasting, or knowledgeably discussing wine.
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