The New French Wine [Two-Book Boxed Set]: Redefining the World's Greatest Wine Culture

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The first definitive guide to contemporary French wines and producers in a deluxe two-book package, from a two-time James Beard Award winner This comprehensive and authoritative resource takes readers on a tour through every wine region of France, featuring some 800 producers and more than 7,000 wines, plus evocative photography and maps, as well as the incisive narrative and compelling storytelling that has earned Jon Bonne accolades and legions of fans in the wine world. Packaged in a deluxe slip case and built upon eight years of research, The New French Wine is a one-of-a-kind book set exploring the world's most popular wine region. First, examine the land through a thoroughly reported narrative overview of each region-the soil and geography, the distinctive traditions and contemporary changes. Then turn to the second book, which is a comprehensive reference guide to the producers and their wines, similarly detailed by region. From Burgundy to Bordeaux and everywhere in between, this is sure to be the resource on modern French wine for decades to come.

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I wish Id had this book years ago.Jons total immersion in the nuts and bolts, and above all the personnel, of French wine in all its glorious variety, is a gift for all of us who love it.An essential read.Hugh Johnson, author of The World Atlas of Wine

The New French Wine delivers on the promise of its title. The producer profiles makea perfect companion for wine people, aspiring wine people, and also, those who like to know!Stephen Satterfield,founder of Whetstone Media and Peabody Awardwinning host of Netflixs High on the Hog

Im going to be buying this book for every wine lover in my lifeThis project is obviously a true labor of love, and it shows on every page.Besha Rodell, New York Times columnist and The Age restaurant critic

Deeply insightful, The New French Wine isnt just the ultimate guide to what bottles really matter, but an opinionated love letter to the people, places, and cultures that make France the greatest wine country on Earth.Dan Keeling and Mark Andrew, co-founders of Noble Rot restaurants and magazine

This book is an essential readfor anyone who wants to stay current on whats happening in France today!Rajat Parr, author of The Sommeliers Atlas of Taste and Secrets of the Sommeliers

In two astonishing volumes Jon Bonn dispels the misty, romantic mythologies that persist about French wine.BillAddison, Los Angeles Times restaurant critic

The New French Wine is not just a reimagining of what a wine guide can be in both scope and style butthe sort of landmark single-subject book that makes you forget whatever came before it.TaliaBaiocchi, editor in chief of Punch

Staggering in both breadth and depth, The New French Wine is not only an essential reference but a joy to read.Peter Liem, author of Champagne

An epic achievement, The New French Wine is much more than a wine guide; it is a state-of-the-nation snapshot of contemporary France.Bronwen and Francis Percival, authors of Reinventing the Wheel

Jon Bonns latest two-volume set isa wonderful resource for all wine-lovers.Annie Shi, partner and beverage director of King and Jupiter restaurants

The New French Wine is and will continue to bea crucial reference for generations to come.Lindsey Tramuta, bestselling author of The New Paris and The New Parisienne

The New French Wine is an absolute must read.Karina Iglesias, co-owner of NIU Kitchen

The New French Wine perfectly encapsulates a wide array of complex information like a mini-encyclopedia. Jon has the ability to convey his wealth of knowledge in the most approachable way.Ellia Park, founder and manager of Atoboy and Atomix restaurants

Author Bio

Jon Bonne is one of the leading American voices on wine and food. Currently the managing editor of Resy, he previously spent nearly a decade as the wine editor and chief wine critic of the San Francisco Chronicle, and served as the lifestyle editor and wine columnist for MSNBC, the U.S. columnist for Decanter magazine, and the wine consultant for JetBlue Airways. His work has earned him three Roederer Awards-the most ever won by an American, including for his ground-breaking book The New California Wine-and has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation nearly a dozen times.