This comprehensive reference work, revised and expanded by Julius Wile and published by Hastings House, serves as a definitive guide to the world of viticulture, covering over 2,000 wine names, terms, and vintage years. The author, Frank Schoonmaker, was a preeminent American wine expert and travel writer credited with revolutionizing the industry by introducing varietal labeling in the United States. This Seventh Edition remains a significant historical resource for collectors, valued for its readable, non-technical style and inclusion of detailed maps and food affinities. The book is in good vintage condition with its original dust jacket, which shows some expected shelf wear and minor chipping at the edges, while the internal pages remain clean and the binding appears secure.