– Focuses on site selection, climate matching, and choosing grape varieties. Cox emphasizes that picking a grape that ripens consistently in your specific climate is the most critical decision a grower will make.
: Reviewers from Library Journal praise Cox’s "lively prose style" which prevents the technical subject matter from becoming dull or pompous. From Vines to Wines: The Complete Guide to Grow...
: The book is highly valued for its detailed illustrations and tables , particularly for complex tasks like pruning and trellising. – Focuses on site selection, climate matching, and
– Covers the technical transition from fruit to glass: Crushing, primary and secondary fermentation. : The book is highly valued for its
The book is logically divided into three distinct parts that mirror the lifecycle of a bottle of wine:
– Provides technical details on vineyard management, including: Soil testing and preparation. Constructing effective trellising systems.
Step-by-step instructions for (often cited as the best explanation for novices). Pest control and harvesting techniques.