The Wines of New Zealand

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New Zealands wine industry has grown rapidly over the last thirty years, with the worlds wine drinkers falling particularly hard for the Marlborough regions distinctive Sauvignon Blancs. But New Zealand wine goes far beyond the exuberant whites grown in the north of its South Island.

In The Wines of New Zealand Master of Wine Rebecca Gibb takes us on a vinous journey through Aotearoa (land of the long white cloud) and opens our eyes to the huge variety of wines created throughout the two islands of one of the worlds most southerly wine-producing lands. She begins by covering the history of winemaking in New Zealand the first grapes were planted 200 years ago, but it has only recently realized its potential. There is then an introduction to the New Zealand climate and the leading grapes including 10 must-try wines for each variety.

The major wine producing regions are detailed in turn, from Northland, the most northerly and warmest region, offering ripe Chardonnays and rich reds, to the cooler South Island, where bright whites and nuanced Pinot Noirs abound. Profiles, including recommended wines, are given for a selection of the countrys nearly 700 producers, providing an overview of the most exciting wineries and their differing approaches to viticulture and winemaking. For those readers seeking to complete their exploration of this breathtaking country in person, there is a useful chapter giving details on wine-related activities in New Zealand.

This expert and accessible guide to New Zealand wines is a refreshing addition to the library of any wine enthusiast.

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Gibb gets it right on all counts what a great resource for anyone who wants to learn about New Zealand and its wine industry. The books 300+ pages are packed full of stories, personalities, facts, and figures. Gibbs mastery of this material is easy to appreciate, but it is her contagious enthusiasm that comes through most clearly. - Mike Veseth, The Wine Economist
... this was a tremendous book. It opened my eyes, it made me laugh, it made me think, it got me curious and excited and it filled me with admiration. I can't wait to visit New Zealand. What higher praise could there be from a reader - Tamlyn Currin, jancisrobinson.com

Author Bio

Rebecca Gibb became a Master of Wine in 2015, graduating top in her class. Until 2015 she was the editor of wine web site Wine-Searcher, based in Auckland. She is a former UK Young Wine Writer of the Year and Louis Roederer Emerging Wine Writer of the Year. Rebecca was features editor of Harpers, wine editor of Le Pan and has written for Decanter, Vinous, Wine Business International, Imbibe, Food & Travel and Sommelier Journal.