This is the definitive guide to sparkling wine today, complete with
profiles of exemplary producers, bottle recommendations, colorful
infographics, and illustrated guides.
Sparkling Wine for Modern Times considers sparkling wine traditions
and offerings from around the world. This approachable book explores our
perpetual fascination with sparkling wine and places each regional
expression within the wider wine zeitgeist--from the radical grower
revolution reshaping the highly conservative area of Champagne to
Prosecco's overnight transformation into a multi-million-dollar brand to
the retro appeal of natural wine's cult-hit pétillant naturel to the
next generation of real wines from Lambrusco, and beyond.
The book covers the essential information for each growing region and
highlights up-and-coming areas such as Jura in France, as well as
can't-miss trends including traditional-method Sicilian sparklers and
Califorinian pét-nat. For each region, renowned wine writer Zachary
Sussman gives expert bottle recommendations to seek out--wines that
truly capture the style and spirit of the place. Fun and informative
illustrated timelines, color charts, and production-method breakdowns
from illustrator Nick Hensley appear throughout for quick learning. For
anyone who's ever wondered why bubbles are confined to birthdays and
holidays, Sparkling Wine for Modern Times is your go-to guide to
enjoying sparkling wine all year long.
