Wine - Tim Hampson

History of wine - origins, the world of wine, from the ancient world to modern wine.
The wine story - the vine, choice of grapes, wine and weather, a winemaker's calendar, profiles of typical winemakers .
Wine styles and growing regions - reading a wine label, leading wine countries and regions, wine styles, champagnes, sparkling wines, fortified wines and spirits made from wine.
Wine appreciation - how to taste wine, choosing wine, looking after wine, serving, wine and food matching, growing your own vines, prices, collecting wine.
Winemaking - the process, commercial winemaking, practical guidance for winemaking at home, including the process, recipes and troubleshooting.
Appendices - useful contacts and glossary.