A fascinating exploration into Australian wine varieties and their international history from one of the world’s leading authorities on Australian wine, James Halliday. Varietal Wines profiles 130 wine grapes in the most up-to-date and comprehensive survey of the varieties currently grown and made in Australia. Halliday explores the history and significance of the grapes in both international and Australian wine landscapes, including detailed information on the individual characteristics and their production around the world. Fully illustrated throughout with color photography, this is a fascinating book for the wine connoisseur and an essential reference for every player in the wine world.