Amateur wine maker magazine

Two wine industry trade magazines in the USA that might be of interest include "Wines & Vines" 800-406-5283 and "Vineyard & Winery Management"

I don't know about magazines, but you should direct him to the rec.crafts.winemaking newsgroup. There are a lot of very knowledgeable regulars there - some of them professionals. It's about as friendly as this NG (which by Usenet standards is quite good).

Tom S

WineMaker magazine should be just what you're looking for. Here's their website:

I've never been very impressed with WineMaker magazine, IMHO, there are a lot of articles that just miss the mark.

"Vineyard & Winery Management" I find very good, but it may be a little too technical for a beginner.

I would suggest a book on home wine making.

I'll echo Tom's comments about R.C.W. Great group of people at all levels of wine making.

Andy

Jon Iverson's book is a pretty good place to start.

Tom S