Tag Archives: Hugh Johnson

Vintage perspective from Hugh Johnson

Posted on September 4, 2017 by

One of my favorite books to pick up whenever I have a few free moments (seldom) or need inspiration for my wine writing (often) is Hugh Johnson on Wine: Good Bits from 55 Years of Scribbling, published last year by Mitchell Beazley. … Continue reading →

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A Failed Tea Party with Hugh Johnson

Posted on November 21, 2013 by

When I first fell in love with wine, Hugh Johnson’s Vintage series ran on PBS stations here in the United States. I was enthralled by his presentation of wine’s history, its place in Western civilization and culture, and its romanticism. … Continue reading →

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The World Atlas of Wine: Essential Reading for Wine Lovers

Posted on November 20, 2013 by

This article appeared in The Washington Post in slightly different form on November 6, 2013. Coming next: My full interview with Hugh Johnson. There are books that teach you how to taste wine and books that describe how to make … Continue reading →

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