Claret & Cabs: The Story of Cabernet Sauvignon (Hardcover)
Once grown only in Bordeaux,Cabernet Sauvignon has spread internationally to become the world's most important black winegrape. The Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and other varieties has become universal,but is also challenged by varietal wines from the New World consisting exclusively of Cabernet Sauvignon. What is the true character of Cabernet Sauvignon? Going behind the scenes,this worldwide survey liberally illustrated with maps and photographs examines the changing nature of Cabe