{"product_id":"a-wine-journey-along-the-russian-river-with-a-new-preface-paperback","title":"A Wine Journey Along the Russian River, with a New Preface - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSteve Heimoff\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteve Heimoff takes readers on an intimate and enlightening tour of one of California's most diverse and accomplished wine areas as he travels along the Russian River and talks with growers and vintners from the Cabernet country of the Alexander Valley to the Pinot Noir producers of the Sonoma coast. This first comprehensive look at the natural history and winemaking practices of the region by one of America's most respected wine critics brings the Russian into the exalted company of the great wine rivers of the world--the Loire, the Rhône, the Rhine, the Mosel, and the Douro. Part wine guidebook, part history and geology, and part travelogue of the author's adventures in wine country, \u003ci\u003eA Wine Journey along the Russian River \u003c\/i\u003eis essential reading for wine lovers--both those fortunate enough to be familiar with the region and those who have never been there. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeimoff guides readers along the length of the scenic river, from its warm, northern border with Mendocino out to foggy Jenner. He discusses the history and progress of Alexander Valley Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, Russian River Valley and Sonoma coast Pinot Noir, Sonoma County's Rhône-oriented wines, old-style field blends, and other interesting wines. In the process, he introduces readers to many of the growers and vintners who have made Sonoma County famous: Dick Arrowood, the Rochiolis, the Seghesios, Tom Jordon, Bob Cabral of Williams Selyem, Jess Jackson of Kendall-Jackson, Merry Edwards, and many others. Describing how the river's formation and evolution, both products of the planet's fiery tectonic past, as well as the region's complex climate, have created the potential for unparalleled viticultural enclaves, and recounting how a variety of people realized that potential, Heimoff provides a fascinating explanation of why the Russian River's reputation as a premium winegrowing region continues to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntertaining and well written, this comprehensive look at a very important wine region provides the sweep of history and personal portraits of the key players. --Anthony Dias Blue, author of \u003ci\u003eAnthony Dias Blue's Pocket Guide to Wine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ultimate achievement for any wine is to express its place of origin. And tasting that place in a wine is the ultimate turn-on for any wine lover. Steve Heimoff has done a most excellent job of capturing the intrigue of the Russian River region and of making its wines come alive. For anyone who's passionate about California wines, this book is a must read.--Karen MacNeil, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Wine Bible\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntertaining and well written, this comprehensive look at a very important wine region provides the sweep of history and personal portraits of the key players. --Anthony Dias Blue, author of \u003ci\u003eAnthony Dias Blue's Pocket Guide to Wine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The ultimate achievement for any wine is to express its place of origin. And tasting that \"place\" in a wine is the ultimate turn-on for any wine lover. Steve Heimoff has done a most excellent job of capturing the intrigue of the Russian River region and of making its wines come alive. For anyone who's passionate about California wines, this book is a must read.\"--Karen MacNeil, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Wine Bible\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteve Heimoff \u003c\/b\u003eis West Coast Editor of \u003ci\u003eWine Enthusiast Magazine.\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.85 x 8.16 x 6.04 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 15, 2010\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43153765498943,"sku":"9780520268111","price":51.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/Q-TQS2ZP8S9780520268111.webp?v=1776950602","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/a-wine-journey-along-the-russian-river-with-a-new-preface-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}