Wines of Baja California: Touring and Tasting Mexico's Undiscovered Treasures

Ralph Amey 180pp, Two-color illustrations, 2006  The first comprehensive book on Mexican wines published in English, this book provides details on each winery, listing location, contacts, size, production, and winemaker. History, winemaker notes, and vineyard and fermentation techniques are also included along with tasting notes and suggested food matches. Chapters on wine terms, the grapes of Baja, local wine festivals and events, and details on where to eat, rest, and read more about this exciting region are included. This book is an ideal read for any wine enthusiast or armchair traveler who wants to know more about the unique wines of Baja. Ralph Amey teaches wine appreciation classes, leads wine tours in California and Mexico, and regular writes articles on all aspects of wine. He holds a PhD in chemistry and teaches at Occidental College in Los Angeles.