Chinese Wine

This illustrated introduction to Chinese wine explores the history of wine production in China, the legends and customs that surround it and its place in China today. Traditionally, Chinese wine and spirits were made from grain, and had three important uses: to perform rituals, to dispel one's worries and to heal. Today, wine is still believed to have a therapeutic benefit, but the Chinese beverage industry has expanded on a large scale and now includes famous brands of beer and, increasingly, vineyards producing red and white wine for global consumption. Chinese Wine is indispensable reading for both wine-lovers and all those with an interest in the transition from traditional to modern Chinese culture.

Author: Zhengping Li
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 04/01/2011
Pages: 146
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 8.98h x 6.09w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9780521186506

About the Author
Li, Zhengping: - Zhengping Li is a researcher and writer focussing on China's alcoholic beverage industry and culture.