Winemakers Of The Clare Valley
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Located north of Adelaide, South Australia, the Clare Valley is one of Australia's most distinguished wine-growing regions. This book provides a detailed snapshot of the valley's viticultural landscape as it stood in the late 1970s, focusing on the dedicated individuals and historic estates that defined the area. Through a collection of insights from authors Alistair Long, Robin Northover, Judy Willing, and John Veitch, the text explores the unique relationship between the land and those who work it. It serves as both a historical record and a guide to the wineries and winemakers that have shaped the region’s reputation for excellence. Key areas of focus include: The history and development of the Clare Valley as a premier wine district. Profiles of the local winemakers and the specific techniques used in their vineyards. A survey of the various wineries operating in the valley during this era. Visual documentation featuring color and black-and-white photographs, alongside reproductions of classic wine labels. Whether you are a wine enthusiast or a student of Australian regional history, this work offers an intimate look at the people, the vines, and the heritage of this beautiful South Australian valley.
Author: Var.
Format: Hardback
Genre: Lifestyle
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Located north of Adelaide, South Australia, the Clare Valley is one of Australia's most distinguished wine-growing regions. This book provides a detailed snapshot of the valley's viticultural landscape as it stood in the late 1970s, focusing on the dedicated individuals and historic estates that defined the area. Through a collection of insights from authors Alistair Long, Robin Northover, Judy Willing, and John Veitch, the text explores the unique relationship between the land and those who work it. It serves as both a historical record and a guide to the wineries and winemakers that have shaped the region’s reputation for excellence. Key areas of focus include: The history and development of the Clare Valley as a premier wine district. Profiles of the local winemakers and the specific techniques used in their vineyards. A survey of the various wineries operating in the valley during this era. Visual documentation featuring color and black-and-white photographs, alongside reproductions of classic wine labels. Whether you are a wine enthusiast or a student of Australian regional history, this work offers an intimate look at the people, the vines, and the heritage of this beautiful South Australian valley.