The Texas wine industry just keeps growing. Sometimes it feels as if a new winery opens every week. And if you still think Lone Star wines don t yet compare in quality, check out the results at prestigious national competitions.

Texas wine has never been better, some of it, that is. The hard part is identifying the best winemakers among the hundreds of establishments that beckon the wine tourist.

Needed is a guide who knows and cares about wine in general and Texas wine in particular. Someone to recommend the most rewarding winery experience and, once you get there, which wines to try.

Enter Andrew Chalk. Knowledgeable, passionate and opinionated, Chalk is committed to quality and authenticity. This longtime observer and critic has written this book to share his judgments on the best of the best in Texas wine.

This tiny gem, a great birthday or house gift, fits in a back pocket or the glove compartment.