A Traveller S Wine Guide To France

France is the home of many of the world's greatest wines—nowhere else will you find such a warm welcome awaiting you in the cellar. Illustrated with specially commissioned photographs (wine usually seems to be made in attractive surroundings) as well as maps, the books in this series describe the wine-producing regions of each country. The authors recommend itineraries, list wineries, describe the local cuisines, suggest wine bars and restaurants, and provide a mass of practical information—much of which is not readily available elsewhere. Each title includes: Itineraries and maps Local gastronomic specialties o Hundreds of visitor-friendly wineries Descriptions of local and regional wines Museums and sightseeing points Lists of wine festivals and exhibitions Restaurants, hotels and wine stores Reference section and glossary France is the home of many of the world's greatest wines—nowhere else will you find such a warm welcome awaiting you in the cellar. Every one of the country's wine regions produces a unique selection of wines, often made with grapes used nowhere else for winemaking. Christopher Fielden describes France's most important wine-producing areas, gives the background to the wines, and provides a guide to visiting the best producers. Hundreds of wineries that welcome visitors are listed, together with their addresses, telephone numbers, websites and opening times. Christopher Fielden is a cheerful and knowledgeable guide. The French wine regions and their vineyards are well drawn. There are clear guidelines for visiting wineries and tasting their wines. Is there a charge for tasting? Are you expected to spit? (Yes in Burgundy; no in Alsace.) This book provides answers to these and many other questions.

The Republic of Austria spans some 83,853 square km in south-central Europe. The entire western third of the nation lies in the Alps, and much of its central and southern territories are Alpine as well - some 75% of the country is mountainous. The nation boasts a greater percentage of forested land than any other European nation - about 39% of its terrain is covered with trees.aWhether you love to walk or you love to find the most unforgettable restaurants, shops and charming inns, this guide has you covered! Traditional mountain hamlets oozing with allure. Fun attractions for parents and kids. Resorts where the revelry starts early and lasts long. Havens of hedonism for shopping, dining and entertainment. Towns with the best surrounding trails for walking or skiing. It's all here! The author also details the most pristine wilderness areas, the most dramatic drives, resorts where socialites show up to show off, discrete retreats for a quiet getaway, all the places to stay, from guesthouses and hostels to the most luxurious hotels. This book shows you how to experience everything this region offers more intensely and directly than most travelers know how to do - seeing the places close-up through adventures, both cultural and physical."

This is an untimidating guide to France's best and best-value wines, hot new winemakers, and up-and-coming wine regions. Each wine includes a star rating, price ranges, vintage information and producer contact details.

Visit wineries and scenic villages; enjoy regional sights; and learn all about wine and how to buy it. The guide provides driving tours, well-researched places to stay and eat, colorful maps and suggested activities rated by Michelin's star-rating system. This Green Guide with its wine-purple cover ensures a richly filled, thematic journey.

A region-by-region guide to the foods and wines of France that profiles the different restaurants, vineyards, cheeses, and food stores that can be found in the different regions of France.