Currently making an impact on the international market, Lebanese wines are the products of a rich and magnificent tradition dating back 5,000 years. The Wines of Lebanon explores the culture of winemaking, as well as the exceptional flavours and varieties that are its issue. It also tells the gripping history of wine production in Lebanon, which endured war, depression and religious intolerance. The region's modern wines, wineries and local heroes are also profiled, complemented by a survey of bottle, label and equipment design, as well as thorough wine listings including vineyard information, tasting notes, harvest reports and full contact details. Both wine guide and cultural history, extensively illustrated, and with commentary provided by a number of producers, labourers, experts and viticulturists, The Wines of Lebanon is a valuable reference for connoisseurs, travellers and casual readers alike, and a long-overdue tribute to one of the world's great winemaking regions.