American Wine: A Sommelier's Guide to Napa, Sonoma, Oregon, and Emerging Regions (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798248953356)

American wine has evolved from regional experimentation to global recognition, shaped by climate, soil, migration, and technical refinement. This volume offers a structured sommelier-level exploration of the leading American wine regions, with particular focus on Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Oregon's Willamette Valley, and other emerging appellations redefining the New World landscape.

Inside, readers will find:

• Regional breakdowns of climate, geology, and viticultural conditions

• Key grape varieties and stylistic benchmarks

• Historical development of American winemaking

• AVA structure and regulatory context

• Comparative analysis between Old World and New World approaches

• Profiles of influential producers and evolving trends

Written in a clear, analytical style, this guide is designed for serious enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, collectors, and students seeking a deeper understanding of American wine through terroir, structure, and regional identity.

It is not a travel memoir or marketing narrative. It is a technical and cultural examination of how American wine matured into a globally recognized category.