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Heart and Soul

Heart and Soul

Australia's First Families of Wine

by Graeme Lofts
Paperback
Publication Date: 18/10/2010

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A look at the famous families who pioneered the Australian wine industry over generations Heart and Soul takes you on a journey through the history, the people, the vineyards, and the regions of Australia's most famous wineries. Chronicling the triumphs and travails of the families who led the way, the book offers an exciting showcase of Australian wine history in all its diversity and deliciousness.

With more than 1,200 years of winemaking experience between them, the first families of Australian wine share stories that are as rich and varied as the wines they produce. It covers their relationships with the land itself, their ascent in the industry, the inspiration behind their signature wines, and the passion that goes into every vat. Exclusive photographs, wine labels, regional maps, and informative sidebars are peppered throughout.



With a Foreword by Australia's beloved wine commentator, James Halliday
Rare and fascinating photographs appear throughout the book
This is the definitive book on the history and personalities of the Australian wine industry

For anyone who loves Australian wine, Heart and Soul is a must-read volume that is sure to enlighten and entertain.
ISBN:
9781742469249
9781742469249
Category:
Wines
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
18-10-2010
Language:
English
Publisher:
John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd
Country of origin:
Australia
Pages:
360
Dimensions (mm):
228x156x17mm
Weight:
0.58kg
Graeme Lofts

Graeme Lofts' accomplished writing career spans three decades. Collective sales of his books total more than 1.7 million copies in Australia alone.

With a background in education, Graeme has written award-winning science textbooks, as well as two non-fiction books for general readers. Heart & Soul: Australia’s First Families of Wine (Wiley, 2010) was shortlisted and subsequently ranked second in the New World Wines category of the 2011 Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.

It was while researching and writing Heart & Soul that Graeme’s interest in family businesses was piqued by the many wineries that had been passed down through the generations. Melbourne, VIC.

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