California Celebrity Vineyards

Author : Nick Wise,Linda Sunshine
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1783059478

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California Celebrity Vineyards by Nick Wise,Linda Sunshine Pdf

Following the success of their first book, authors Nick Wise and Linda Sunshine, focus on the wines and winemakers of California in this latest edition.They go behind the tasting rooms to show how these spectacular wines came into being and to interview the men and women who craft them. The authors revisit Robert Kamen, BR Cohn, Francis Ford Coppola, Fess Parker, Randy Lewis, Charlie Palmer, Raymond Burr, Lillian Disney, and Mario Andretti to update their stories and taste their new vintages. They add more celebrities including Kurt Russell, musician Carlos Santana, Mike Ditka, basketball star Yao Ming, golfers Luke Donald and Jack Nicklaus, writer Molly Chappellet and Nigel Newton, publisher of Harry Potter. For fans of wine, travel, California, and the rich and famous, here are stories about the love of wine, the joy of creating something amazing from the land and the respect for the grape that is thousands of years old.

Author : Nick Wise
Publisher : Omnibus Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2013-06-10
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780857128690

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Celebrity Vineyards by Nick Wise Pdf

From the hills of Napa to the mountain slopes of Piedmont, writers Nick Wise and Linda Sunshine went in search of great wine and famous people who are also winemakers. In the past few years, helming a winery has become more and more popular among the rich and famous. But how much involvement in the actual process of making that wine did those celebrities actually have? Were they merely name endorsements or were they part of the incredibly difficult process of creating great wine from a field of grapes? Travelling around the world, Wise and Sunshine interviewed such winemakers as B. R. Cohn, manager of the Doobie Brothers; screenwriter Robert Kamen of The Karate Kid fame; race car drivers Mario Andretti and legendary football coach, Dick Vermeil. Written for fans of wine, travel, and the rich and famous, Celebrity Vineyards is a fascinating journey into a world that, for most of us, is only a dream. Here are artists and entrepreneurs, dreamers and businesspeople who share a love of wine, a respect for the grape, and the joy of creating something amazing out of the land.

Author : Liz Thach,Tim Mondavi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-28
Category : Vineyards
ISBN : 0971587051

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Call of the Vine by Liz Thach,Tim Mondavi Pdf

Call of the Vine takes you on a tour of ten famous vineyards in the legendary California wine regions of Napa and Sonoma. Sit back and relax as author, Dr. Liz Thach, first female Master of Wine from California, introduces you to the men and women who are guardians of some of the most sacred plots of land on earth for wine lovers. Written in the first person with close and intimate conversations with vineyard managers and winemakers, this non-fiction book will not only inspire you with the meticulous care and environmental practices being used in these vineyards, but will explain how viticulture decisions such as canopy management and clonal selection impact wine quality. Most importantly this book taps into the "soul of the vineyard" and describes how working amongst the vines provides insights into a balanced life and respect for the graces of nature. Inspired to write this book when visiting La Tache and Romanee Conti vineyards in France and witnessing the respect and admiration carloads of tourists had for these famous vineyards, Liz decided to begin an exploration of the famous vineyards of her own homeland, California. Armed with the help and guidance of the Napa Valley Vintners and the Sonoma County Vintners, she was able to identify a list of ten Napa and Sonoma County vineyards that fit the criteria of being a historic vineyard, unique in some special way such as location or varietal, and/or consistently producing a high number of award winning wines.

Author : Dr Liz Thach Mw,Liz Thach,Tim Mondavi
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1492167207

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Call of the Vine by Dr Liz Thach Mw,Liz Thach,Tim Mondavi Pdf

Call of the Vine takes you on a tour of ten famous vineyards in the legendary California wine regions of Napa and Sonoma. Sit back and relax as author, Dr. Liz Thach, first female Master of Wine from California, introduces you to the men and women who are guardians of some of the most sacred plots of land on earth for wine lovers. Written in the first person with close and intimate conversations with vineyard managers and winemakers, this non-fiction book will not only inspire you with the meticulous care and environmental practices being used in these vineyards, but will explain how viticulture decisions such as canopy management and clonal selection impact wine quality. Most importantly this book taps into the “soul of the vineyard” and describes how working amongst the vines provides insights into a balanced life and respect for the graces of nature. Inspired to write this book when visiting La Tache and Vosne-Romanee vineyards in France and witnessing the respect and admiration carloads of tourists had for these famous vineyards, Liz decided to begin an exploration of the famous vineyards of her own homeland, California. Armed with the help and guidance of the Napa Valley Vintners and the Sonoma County Vintners, she was able to identify a list of ten Napa and Sonoma County vineyards that fit the criteria of being a historic vineyard, unique in some special way such as location or varietal, and/or consistently producing a high number of award winning wines.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0692601201

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A Glass Full of Miracles by Anonim Pdf

Memoir by one of America's foremost winemakers and a winner of the Judgment of Paris wine tasting in 1976.

Author : Laura Catena
Publisher : Catapulta Editores
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-10
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9876376667

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Gold in the Vineyards by Laura Catena Pdf

Winner of the 2020 Gourmand Award for Best in the World Wine History Book, Dr. Laura Catena's Gold in the Vineyards is an illustrated book about the family struggles, triumphs and vineyard secrets behind twelve of the most famous wines and vineyards in the world.

Author : George Gmelch,Sharon Gmelch
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2011-06-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780253223272

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Tasting the Good Life by George Gmelch,Sharon Gmelch Pdf

Five million visitors a year travel to California's Napa Valley to experience the good life: to taste fine wines, eat fine food, and immerse themselves in other sophisticated pleasures while surrounded by bucolic beauty. Tourism is the world's largest employer, and tourists today want to experience the world through all five senses. Tasting the Good Life tells the story of Napa tourism through the words of the tourists who visit and the men and women who provide the products and services they rely on. The stories of 17 people--from winemaker to vineyard manager, from celebrity chef to wait staff, from hot air balloonist to masseuse--provide extraordinary insight into this new form of tourism and its impact on an iconic American place.

Author : Frona Eunice Wait
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1889
Category : Viticulture
ISBN : UCD:31175035119059

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Wines and Vines of California by Frona Eunice Wait Pdf

History of wine-making in California.

Author : Peg Melnik,Tim Fish
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05-02
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581578966

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Explorer's Guide Napa & Sonoma: A Great Destination (Ninth Edition) (Explorer's Great Destinations) by Peg Melnik,Tim Fish Pdf

“This marvelous book, splendidly researched, packed with terrific advice and considerable insider information, is essential reading for any visitor.”’ —Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate "Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered...Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, and history."—National Geographic Traveler As helpful for natives as it is for visitors, Explorer's Guide Napa & Sonoma: A Great Destination reveals the richness and color of this remarkable place. There are well-known as well as undiscovered wineries, a wealth of eateries, the best accommodations, and important travel information. Also included is an events calendar, “If Time Is Short” options, local history, color photos and maps, and essential information to help you find the best ways to spend your vacation time. Explorer's Guide Napa & Sonoma: A Great Destination, now in its ninth edition, has been acclaimed repeatedly by The Wine Advocate and Wine & Spirits.

Author : William A. Ausmus
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2008-06-30
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780520931831

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Wines and Wineries of California’s Central Coast by William A. Ausmus Pdf

In comparative tastings, wines from California's Central Coast rival those from such renowned regions as Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Napa, yet they also offer superb value. This is the first comprehensive guide to one of the world's most dynamic and beautiful wine regions-and the setting for the award-winning movie Sideways. An excellent, one-stop resource for touring and tasting at convenient wineries located from Monterey to Santa Barbara, the guide is organized into county-by-county alphabetical listings for this up-and-coming region. Wines and Wineries of California's Central Coast includes: * Profiles of nearly 300 wineries personally visited by the author * Profiles of individual vintners * 5 maps * Winery ratings, plus author and winemaker recommendations * Visitors' and contact information for each winery * Discussions of regional wine history and terroir * Descriptions of designated American Viticultural Areas and grape varietals

Author : Mike Veseth
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781442219243

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Extreme Wine by Mike Veseth Pdf

In Extreme Wine, wine economist and best-selling author Mike Veseth circles the globe searching for the best, worst, cheapest, most expensive, and most over-priced wines. Mike seeks out the most outrageous wine people and places and probes the biggest wine booms and busts. Along the way he applauds celebrity wines, tries to find wine at the movies, and discovers wines that are so scarce that they are almost invisible. Why go to such extremes? Because, Mike argues, the world of wine is growing and changing, and if you want to find out what’s really happening you can’t be afraid to step over the edge. Written with verve and appreciation for all things wine, Extreme Wine will surprise and delight readers.

Author : Randy Leffingwell
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : California
ISBN : 0896584917

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California Wine Country by Randy Leffingwell Pdf

California Wine Country" opens with the history of winemaking in the state and explains how and why Californian wines have become famous around the world. Leffingwell then guides readers through the winemaking cycle and takes them on a personal tour of the state's most breathtaking and popular wine making regions. 300 color photos.

Author : Gary Crabbe
Publisher : Voyageur Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-13
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781610602488

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Greetings from California by Gary Crabbe Pdf

A fun, fresh tribute to the Golden State, illustrated with gorgeous color photography, fascinating historical images, and cool memorabilia. Learn anew the legends, landmarks, and lore of historic sites, such as Bodie, Point Reyes, the Knights Ferry Bridge, Mission Santa Barbara, Carson Mansion in Old Town Eureka, Death Valley, Glacier Point, and Alcatraz. Delving into the people, places, and activities that have defined California through the years, this book explores all that makes California great: the Big Sur coast, the Monterey Jazz Festival, Napa Valley’s wine country, Hollywood, the redwood trees of Muir Woods, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite Valley, big game fishing, surfing, agriculture, politics, music, sports, and much, much more. Turn the pages for a visual feast of this extraordinary state!

Author : Donald Kladstrup,Petie Kladstrup
Publisher : Crown
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2002-06-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9780767913256

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Wine and War by Donald Kladstrup,Petie Kladstrup Pdf

The remarkable untold story of France’s courageous, clever vinters who protected and rescued the country’s most treasured commodity from German plunder during World War II. "To be a Frenchman means to fight for your country and its wine." –Claude Terrail, owner, Restaurant La Tour d’Argent In 1940, France fell to the Nazis and almost immediately the German army began a campaign of pillaging one of the assets the French hold most dear: their wine. Like others in the French Resistance, winemakers mobilized to oppose their occupiers, but the tale of their extraordinary efforts has remained largely unknown–until now. This is the thrilling and harrowing story of the French wine producers who undertook ingenious, daring measures to save their cherished crops and bottles as the Germans closed in on them. Wine and War illuminates a compelling, little-known chapter of history, and stands as a tribute to extraordinary individuals who waged a battle that, in a very real way, saved the spirit of France.

Author : Idwal Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Viticulture
ISBN : UCAL:B4320966

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Vines in the Sun by Idwal Jones Pdf