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An up-to-the-moment new edition of Jamie Goode’s celebrated wine science book.

A thoroughly revised and updated third edition of this essential and groundbreaking reference gives a comprehensive overview of one of the most fascinating, important, and controversial trends in the world of wine: the scientific and technological innovations that are now influencing how grapes are grown and how wine is made. Jamie Goode, an authority on wine science, details the key scientific developments relating to viticulture and enology, explains the practical application of science to techniques that are used around the world, and explores how these issues are affecting the quality, flavor, and perception of wine. The only complete and accessibly written resource available on the subject, The Science of Wine engagingly discusses a wide range of topics including terroir, the influence of soils on wine flavor, breeding new resistant grape varieties, the effects of climate change on grape growing, the role of yeasts and bacteria in winemaking, and much more. A must-have reference for a wide audience of students, winemakers, wine professionals, and general readers interested in the science of wine.

Jamie Goode is a wine writer and lecturer. He has a national newspaper column, writes for many publications, and authors wineanorak.com, one of the top wine websites. His previous books include The Goode Guide to Wine, Flawless, Authentic Wine, and I Taste Red. He is based in London, UK.

Praise for previous editions of The Science of Wine:

“Winemaking these days is a complicated process that cannot always be understood intuitively. Fortunately . . . The Science of Wine: From Vine to Glass explains some of the terms that critics toss around. . . . Mr. Goode manages to make them lively and provocative."––Eric Asimov, New York Times

“A fantastic job presenting balanced, approachable yet technical essays on many of the major issues in winemaking and appreciation. . . . Goode’s readable prose makes even the most technical subjects accessible. For anyone interested in more than just drinking wine, this is a must-read.”––Wine Enthusiast

“An excellent reference work and, once you’re in, a very interesting read.”–– Decanter

“I learnt a humbling amount from Goode’s book.”––Jancis Robinson, Financial Times

“In a conversational style, Goode investigates every current major technical issue about wine and some philosophical ones as well.”––San Francisco Chronicle

“Thorough, fascinating, and comprehensive. . . . A perfect mix of science and humanity, not unlike wine itself.”––Gastronomica: Journal of Food & Culture

“The best book ever addressed to amateurs on the complicated, and these days sometimes contentious, technical aspects of wine. Jamie Goode is well informed, clear, simple, and lively. In fact, he sets a high standard so high that it would be hard to beat by a writer on any subject. ”––Art Of Eating