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A tasteful guide for California wine novices and connoisseurs alike California accounts for over 90 percent of the total U.S. wine production--about two of every three bottles sold. California Wine For Dummies presents the latest information on California wines and the regions where they are produced, such as Sonoma, Napa, and Monterey. The book gives readers the knowledge they need to appreciate California wines, select a good bottle at a store or restaurant, find bargains, and pair wines with food. It also explains why some regions are renowned for wines made from specific grape varietals, and offers tips on how to get the most out of winery visits. Ed McCarthy, CWE (Baldwin, NY), is a regular contributor to Wine Enthusiast and The Wine Journal. Mary Ewing-Mulligan, MW (Baldwin, NY), is President of the International Wine Center in New York. Together, they are the authors of many For Dummies wine guides, including the perennial bestseller Wine For Dummies (978-0-470-04579-4), now in its fourth edition.

Contents

Introduction. Part I: The Big Picture of California Wine. Chapter 1: Introducing California Wines. Chapter 2: What's in the Bottle. Chapter 3: Decoding the Label. Chapter 4: California's Major Wine Regions. Part II: The Headliners. Chapter 5: Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Chapter 6: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Their Blends. Chapter 7: Pinot Noir. Chapter 8: Zinfandel. Part III: More Reds, Whites, Pinks, and Bubblies. Chapter 9: Pinot Grigio, Rhone-Style Whites, and Other California Whites. Chapter 10: Syrah, Petite Sirah, Other. Varietal Reds, and Red Blends. Chapter 11: Bubbly, Rose, and Dessert Wines. Part IV: Enjoying California Wines. Chapter 12: Pairing and Sharing California Wines. Chapter 13: Making a Winery Pilgrimage. Part V: The Part of Tens. Chapter 14: Answers to Ten Common Questions about California Wine. Chapter 15: Ten Top Travel Destinations and Attractions. Index.

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