Chilean Wine: The Heritage, A Journey from the Origins of the Vine to the Present

Chilean wines have sparked tremendous interest throughout the world. Their success is now explained by this account of the origins and development of an industry with a rich 450 years winemaking tradition. Chilean enologist and prolific wine-writer Rodrigo Alvarado searches out the major landmarks and keystones of the history of wine and humankind and weaves them into a highly-readable tale that affords us an in-depth understanding of Chile's long-standing tradition of wine. The text, beautifully illustrated by Chilean artist Raquel Echenique, is required reading for any wine lover looking to become a true connoisseur.