This portable but thorough guide to California’s latest wine competitions is based on the verdicts of professional judges who taste up to 3,000 of the new releases. The first half of the book, considered the bible of California wines, highlights the most awarded wines in 23 varietal categories; the second features alphabetical lists by winery and each producer’s medal winners. Dozens and photos and charts are included. "Not only would I stock my cellar from this list, but I did!" — Bob Thompson, author of Pocket Guide to California Wine