Wine Spectator's California Wine

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The premier magazine source for wine tasting notes, best buys and winery profiles offers a selection of outstanding books to increase your knowledge and appreciation of wines of every type and vintage. These titles proudly distributed by Running Press. This excellent guide to California wine is based on 17 years of research and hundreds of interviews with winemakers. Noted California wine expert and Wine Spectator senior editor James Laube offers the definitive guide, featuring 7,000 reviews, maps, a historical overview, and tips on tasting and collecting. Wines of every type and vintage are described and scored on a 100-point scale and carry one-to-five-star ratings that reflect their quality and consistency over the years. Includes nearly 700 winery profiles and starred ratings, plus details on their vineyards, history, and specialties.