"Island"

"Island"

Matthew Gaughan
book reviews

Julian Hanna has just published "Island," a book all about island life. It's an evocative series of chapters on the many different islands he has lived on and visited, how each island has its own unique culture and the esoteric people who live there. He lived in Madeira for several years: the book provides a wonderful sense of what it's like to live on one of the world's great—and strangest—wine islands.

"Vines in a Cold Climate"

"Vines in a Cold Climate"

Matthew Gaughan
Other Countries

Not so long ago, English wine was a niche topic; now it’s one of the most exciting trends in the wine industry. Henry Jeffreys has written a book, Vines in a Cold Climate, detailing the revolution in English wine from nothing to defined styles of wine. Essential reading for anyone interested in what’s happened, what is happening, and what is going to happen in England.

"The Wines of Germany"

"The Wines of Germany"

Matthew Gaughan
germany

Review of a highly entertaining and informative new book about the wines of Germany by Stephen Bitterolf, who set up an import company, vom Boden, ten years ago. His commitment to supporting German producers is apparent throughout and the “love letters” to the regions bring them to life. Alongside beautiful photos, this is an ode to German wine.

"The South America Wine Guide"

"The South America Wine Guide"

Matthew Gaughan
Other Countries

South America: a bewildering, vast continent where wine has been made for hundreds of years. The size of the continent makes it a difficult concept to fully understand, but Amanda Barnes has published the best, most comprehensive book on South America’s wines. It’s a must-have book: here’s why.