Good winemaking need not be complex. The authors draw on their decades of experience to show how the latest ingredients, equipment, recipes and techniques can result in delicious and inexpensive white, red, rose, sparkling, and dessert wines, as well as liqueurs. Illustrated. -- Ingram

by Philip Jackisch

A research chemist who has been active in the wine industry for many years, Jackisch is also a writer and senior editor of Wine magazine. Aiming at the amateur winemaker, he discusses grapes, wine composition, equipment and materials, microorganisms, and fermentation. In discussing cellar operations, he offers sound advice on methods for problem prevention, aging, blending, and laboratory analysis. He also covers competitions, record keeping, sensory evaluations, vinegars, and sources of supplies and additional information. Offering up-to-date, clear explanations of methods, rather than detailed ``how to'' guidance, Jackisch's book will be popular with small-quantity winemakers and anyone considering making wine. -- Library Journal