Anyone who ever wanted to have homemade wine and never thought they had the space or ability to make it will love this book. The Backyard Vintner is a handy guide to at-home wine making that teaches readers the tips and...

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Anyone who ever wanted to have homemade wine and never thought they had the space or ability to make it will love this book. The Backyard Vintner is a handy guide to at-home wine making that teaches readers the tips and tricks of the trade. It is perfect for those who want to bring the feeling of wine country right into their own backyard.

The Backyard Vintner teaches readers how to start and maintain a vineyard, providing vital information on topics such as planting, trellising, and proper pruning techniques for grapes; which grape varieties will grow best in every climate or region; and the wines that can be made from each variety. Basic recipes for wines, and advice on topics such as bottling, storing, and serving wines, are also provided.



  • Photos and how-to illustrations for growing grapes
  • Tips on determining what kind of soil you have
  • Guides to which types of grapes will grow best in your climate
  • Ideas on making, storing, and appreciating wines
  • Written by an award-winning, small-batch vintner, Jim Law
  • Photos and how-to illustrations for growing grapes
  • Tips on determining what kind of soil you have
  • Guides to which types of grapes will grow best in your climate
  • Ideas on making, storing, and appreciating wines
  • Written by an award-winning, small-batch vintner, Jim Law

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