Northern Winework: Growing Grapes and Making Wine in Cold Climates 
asked by glenn11 on November 29, 2006 5:28 AM
There is a recent phenomenon of growing wine grapes in cold climates where it was previously believed impossible. The authors researched and visited grape growing in Estonia, Latvia, Denmark and Belarus and brought back the technology and grape varieties to Minnesota where they have successfully developed vineyards and made the wine. Wine grapes are now grown in every state in the US, including Alaska and North Dakota. This is a "hands-on" book with photos, figures and tables. The 34 grape varieties of special interest for cold climates and detailed instructions on winter vine survival are provided. Selecting a vineyard site, training and pruning, grape ripening and keys to successful winemaking are detailed.
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This book provides new information on grape growing in cold climate areas that was not available previously. The book includes descriptions and photographs of many cold climate grapes. While the climate I am in is not exactly a cold climate, some of the same issues apply, such as budbreak vs last frost date, winter survival and cold hardiness. The author discusses varities from Eastern Europe (that I cannot spell or pronounce), as well as cold hardy selections from Elmer Swenson and David McGregor. If you are interested in growing grapes and your winter temperature goes below -10 deg F, this book is an excellent resource.
reviewed by runaway on November 29, 2006 3:55 PM