TheWinesofSouthAmerica,AmandaBarnes&Amigos

Get to know: The Wines of South America, Amanda Barnes & Amigos

The South America Wine Guide is the world’s most comprehensive book about the wine regions, producers and wines of South America, above all, it’s an enlightening and engaging adventure in this enchanting and captivating part of the world.

South American wine expert and award-winning wine writer Amanda Barnes leads wine lovers through the myriad of grape varieties and wine traditions, bringing to life the diverse wine regions of this extraordinary continent.

What’s in the South America Wine Guide?

• A comprehensive guide to the wine regions of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia and Peru (including terroir essentials and influencing factors, most important grape varieties and top producers)
• A history of wine in South America up to the present day
• In-depth analysis of Latin American wine production today, including the most comprehensive database of wine production in South America to date
• Focus features on the revival of old vines and historical regions, as well as new emerging wine zones and wine styles
• Maps of the different wine regions
• Colour photography
• Wine producer profiles
• A selection of wine recommendations from over 3,000 samples tasted

Kate Says

Once you begin an interest in wine, you soon discover that there’s no end to the fascinating stories of the people and places behind the labels. If you’ve a thirst for knowledge, grab a glass and dive into the subject with these brilliantly researched books.

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About the author

Amanda Barnes is an award-winning wine and travel writer, and the author of The South America Wine Guide. Although born and raised in Hampshire, England, Amanda has been based in South America since 2009 and is a sought-after specialist in the wines of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Bolivia, Peru and Brazil. A regular correspondent international wine and travel publications (including Decanter, Fodor’s, SevenFifty, The Guardian & The Telegraph). She is currently studying to become a Master of Wine.

Additional Information

Format: Hardback

Publication Date: 19-05-202