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Italy's Native Wine Grape Terroirs

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Italy's Native Wine Grape Terroirs by Ian D'Agata explores the diverse and rich landscape of Italy's wine regions, focusing on the native grape varieties and their unique terroirs. The book delves into the history, characteristics, and cultivation practices of Italian grapes, offering insights into how the environment and local traditions shape the wine's flavours. It's a detailed, scholarly examination that appeals to both wine enthusiasts and those interested in Italian culture and cuisine.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about viticulture and eager to explore Italy's diverse wine regions, as it provides an in-depth examination of the country's indigenous grape varieties and their unique terroirs. This book will appeal to enthusiasts of gourmet cuisine and fine wines, offering a rich tapestry of historical and contemporary insights into Italy's celebrated wine heritage.

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The definitive reference book on the myriad crus and the grand cru wine production areas of Italy's native wine grapes--an ideal complement to D'Agata's previous award-winning Native Wine Grapes of Italy.y.

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A New York Times and Food & Wine Best Wine Book of 2019

Italy’s Native Wine Grape Terroirs is the definitive reference book on the myriad crus and the grand cru wine production areas of Italy’s native wine grapes. Ian D’Agata’s approach to discussing wine, both scientific and discursive, provides an easy-to-read, enjoyable guide to Italy’s best terroirs.

Descriptions are enriched with geologic data, biotype and clonal information, producer anecdotes and interviews, and facts and figures compiled over fifteen years of research devoted to wine terroirs.

In-depth analysis is provided for the terroirs that produce both the well-known wines (Barolo, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino) and those not as well-known (Grignolino d’Asti, Friuli Colli Orientali Picolit, Ischia).

Everyday wine lovers, beginners, and professionals alike will find this new book to be the perfect complement to D’Agata’s previous award-winning Native Wine Grapes of Italy.

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Reviews highlight Ian D'Agata's work as a comprehensive examination of Italy's native wine grapes and their specific terroirs. His scholarship is praised as unparalleled, particularly among English-language writers focusing on Italian wine. While the book's depth might be more than casual drinkers need, it's seen as a treasure for enthusiasts and a perfect resource for understanding the nuances of Italy's wine regions.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520290754

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 August 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Illustration: 5 tables

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 907g

Pages: 392

About the Author

Ian D’Agata (www.iandagata.com) is an award-winning author who has been writing about wine for almost thirty years. Senior Editor of Vinous and Creative Director of Collisioni’s Wine & Food project (Italy’s largest music, literature, wine, and food festival), he is also Director of the Indigena festival (devoted to Italy’s native grapes and wines) and Director of 3iC (an international wine and food study center in Barolo). In 2018, he was nominated to the prestigious Accademia della Vite e del Vino, Italy’s official association of viticulture and enology researchers, university professors, and educators.


 

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