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Usually ships in 1 business days | | Only 3 left in stock, order soon! | | | | | | Bordeaux has always been the center of attention in the wine world, with some of the greatest wines, the most historic châteaux, and the highest level of glamour and prestige. And, despite increasing competition from new classic wine areas around the world, it still accounts for more than 90 percent of global wine futures and auction markets. In his trademark A-to-Z format, Oz profiles more than three hundred of Bordeaux’s most important châteaux as well as their second wines and discount brands, and recommends and describes hundreds of other châteaux. With color photos, wine labels, charts, and maps throughout, this volume covers each of Bordeaux’s subregions in sumptuous detailfully exploring the area’s history, geography, soils, and grape varieties. Oz is at his witty, incisive best on this region, which he has both championed and challenged for years. With his vivid descriptions of the area as well as his knowledge of classic and best-value wines, this is an essential book for all lovers of Bordeaux wine.
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| | Product Details | | Author: | Oz Clarke | | Hardcover: | 224 pages | | Publisher: | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt | | Publication Date: | May 07, 2007 | | Language: | English | | ISBN: | 0151013004 | | Package Length: | 10.1 inches | | Package Width: | 7.9 inches | | Package Height: | 1.0 inches | | Package Weight: | 2.1 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 6 reviews |
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| | Features | ISBN13: 9780151013005Condition: USED - Very GoodNotes: BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
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 Not a good travel book Jul 20, 2010
Provides a quick reference to the winemakers in each region of Bordeaux but not a good book to provide insights on traveling to the region.
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very good supplement to other books on Bordeaux Jun 20, 2009
This is a very enjoyable book to leaf through, filled with a variety of photographs along with many interesting sidebars & lists of wines to sample; however, because the focus is on Clarke's love affair with the Bordeaux region & its wines, & because much of the text assumes knowledge of complex subject matter that many readers will not have, it's not necessarily a good primer for those who are just beginning to make their way through the maze of Bordeaux wines. Look to Stephen Brook's "The Complete Bordeaux" for that.
A couple of other caveats: Clarke could have used a better editor as many sentences ramble on to the point of incomprehension. And while the book is filled with gorgeous photographs, I would like to have seen fewer photos in which the author appears. Do we really need to see Oz Clarke getting a facial in a Bordeaux spa?
Despite these quibbles, "Oz Clarke's Bordeaux" is a fascinatingly eclectic book that any Bordeaux enthusiast would do well to have on their shelf. I bought a copy through an Amazon reseller for a few dollars - a steal at that price.
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 This is a beautiful book Dec 19, 2008
This is a beautiful book. Great color photos, useful maps. Clearly this is written by someone who not only loves the wine but loves and is familiar with the region. It is nostalgic but also gives a huge amount of information. Great for coffetables or at the bedside.
Fun, Fascinating, and informative Dec 01, 2008
Clarke's book is a must for anyone interested in learning more about Bordeaux. His passion and jovial approach to the subject made it a page-turner, and also a resource manual. Actually, I have purchased many wines based on his reviews contained within the book.
My only slight criticism is the way in which he rated almost every year from every vineyard as being "their best years." That certainly cannot be and I would have rather had him be a little more critical, and less diplomatic. That could simply be the difference between myself and American, and Mr. Clarke, a Brit.... :).
Great book, do buy it.
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Excellent introduction and travel guide Jan 07, 2008
This is a superb book for the wine enthusiast, combining a travel guide to the Bordeaux region, primer on the growing and production process, and guide to the various appellations. It is especially useful for the wine enthusiast like me, who has some basic knowledge but no real expertise. It would be very useful in planning a trip to the region, and I plan to try it out later this year.
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