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Oz Clarke’s Story of Wine

8000 Years, 100 Bottles
By Oz Clarke
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Oz Clarke’s Story of Wine is an engaging exploration of wine's rich history, delving into its cultural significance and the evolution of wine-making through the centuries. The author, Oz Clarke, shares his passion and expertise, taking readers on an adventure from ancient vineyards to modern-day production. This narrative intertwines historical insights with personal anecdotes, making it a compelling read for wine enthusiasts and novices alike.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the journey of wine throughout history and its impact on cultures around the world. With a blend of rich storytelling and expert insight, the book offers an engaging exploration of wine's origins, development, and influence, perfect for both wine enthusiasts and history lovers who are curious about the adventures behind each bottle.

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Oz Clarke’s Story of Wine

Uncork a whole new take on the fascinating story of wine, captivatingly told by everyone's favourite wine expert Oz Clarke.

This fully updated edition takes us through the riveting twists and turns of the history of winemaking all the way to the very latest trials and innovations of the present day...

The updated and revised book of history for every wine lover

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Uncork a whole new take on the fascinating story of wine, captivatingly told by everyone’s favourite wine expert Oz Clarke.

This fully updated edition takes us through the riveting twists and turns of the history of winemaking all the way to the very latest trials and innovations of the present day…

Join Oz Clarke on a journey through the ages as he explores the places, the people, and the bottles that have shaped the captivating history of wine.

Starting from the probable birth of a wine culture in ancient Georgia, Oz travels from 6000 BC through the fact and fiction of Persia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome, and then along the winding trail right up to the latest innovations in winemaking today.

Packed with sparkling wit and charismatic storytelling, Oz shares more than a hundred fascinating tales, and woven into these are probably a hundred more. From revered medieval monks to revolutionary discoveries, Oz paints a wonderfully vivid picture of the ever-evolving story of wine.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008621490

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pavilion

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 162.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 880g

Pages: 320

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Cook Books & Recipes Cooking & Food Education & Reference Non-Fiction Oz Clarke Travel & Adventure Wine, Cocktails, Tea, Coffee and more

About the Author

Oz Clarke is one of the world's leading wine experts, known for his phenomenal palate, irreverent style, accurate predictions, and enthusiasm for life in general and wine in particular. He is the author of many award winning books on wine, including most recently, Wine A-Z, The History of Wine in 100 Bottles, and Grapes & Wines: A Comprehensive Guide to Varieties and Flavours (co-authored with Margaret Rand). Before wine took over his life in 1984, Oz was a full-time actor and singer, appearing in West End hit shows and touring with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Alongside his entertaining BBC television and radio broadcasts, he currently presents a series of concerts, Drink to Music! with the acclaimed Armonico Consort. Oz is also sports mad.

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