Ben Howkins
Rich, Rare & Red: A Guide to Port, Fourth Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9781846892011
- author:
- Ben Howkins
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Quiller Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 14 x 22.2 cm
- Genre:
- Alcohol
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Rich, Rare and Red: A Guide to Port is an in-depth reference guide that explores the history and production of port wine. Ben Howkins delves into the Douro Valley's unique features, the evolution of vineyard work, and the historical techniques used in port production.
The book also examines recent innovations in the industry, including changes in ownership and the role of wine lodges in maturing port before it is shipped to global markets. A concise history of port and the port trade over the last 300 years is provided, highlighting key developments and the people driving change in the industry.
With this guide, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of port production and its rich heritage.