Pocket Wine Buyer's Guide 1996 Author:Wine Magazine Based on the results of the "Wine Magazine International Wine Challenge" where 300 eminent wine experts tasted over 7,000 wines from around the world, this leather-bound pocket book provides accessible information on the 2,000 wines which were awarded medals. Only 160 of these wines received gold medals, and of these, ten cost under 5.00. Given ... more »special "Wine of the Year" awards as exceptional wines which fit the criteria of national availability and affordability, these great value wines include the 1993 La Serre Sauvignon Blanc, Vin de Pays d'Oc and the 1993 Rosemount Cabernet-Shiraz. Listed by country, region, style and price every wine carries the same range of information: the wine name (and vintage where applicable), the tasting note, average retail price, guide to stockists and the medal the wine was awarded. There is also a complete alphabetical index and a useful listing of white and red wines under 5.00 and sparkling wines under 10.00. This guide should help you make the best decisions about which wines best suit your palate and your wallet.« less