Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book 2026 wer. angielska

"The Times" describes this as an exhaustive guide to the finest beverages, and Howard G. Goldberg from "The New York Times" suggests that if you're to own only one book about wine, this should be it. Widely recognized as the best-selling annual guide globally, Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book serves as an indispensable resource for wine enthusiasts purchasing from shops, dining at restaurants, or browsing online. Now celebrating its 49th year, the latest edition has added 32 more pages, solidifying its position as the ultimate, detailed, and updated annual wine compendium.The book offers straightforward and concise insights on wines, winemakers, and wine regions worldwide. It advises which vintages are best suited for buying, drinking, or cellaring, and highlights the most noteworthy growers, explaining their significance. In its 2026 edition, Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book provides detailed information on grape varieties, regional specialties, and expertly pairs wines with food to enhance their flavors.This edition features an additional section on wine pricing, clarifying the reasons behind the varied costs, the real expenses associated with vineyards and winemaking, and ways to make informed purchases as wine prices climb. The book also includes illustrations by New Yorker cartoonist Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell, adding a visual charm to the text.