This essential reference for oenophiles has long been used as the go-to text for the prestigious Master Sommelier examination, and the sixth edition is the most comprehensive guide to the world of wine the publisher has issued. It covers the history, culture, geography and taste of vintages around the globe, fully updated and revised for the first time since 2011.
The 800-page volume is illustrated with more than 400 images and 100 brand-new National Geographic maps, and it is arranged geographically to highlight the regions and climates that produce the best vintages. Each section packs in flavour notes, vineyard profiles, tasting room guides and grape know-how, alongside top wines organised by maker and year, a troubleshooter's guide to potential wine faults, and a taste chart to help identify flavours.
Timelines depict the chronology of wine from 500 million B.C., and the book closes the loop with expert sommelier tips and thousands of recommendations for reds, whites and roses. The jacket credits Orsi Szentkiralyi as editor. National Geographic published the hardcover on 27 October 2020 at a list price of $75.00.