Description
Italian wines reflect its history and culture. Its winemaking traditions are rich in nuances, with thousands of small terroirs and vineyards whose vines, denominations and soils appear all the more colorful the more you know them. Some of the Italian wines are legendary, whether it's a twenty-year-old Trebbiano d'Abruzzo and its smoky minerality, whether it's a Barolo or a fifty-year-old Brunello di Montalcino. Traveling on the wine roads of Italy is never monotonous: each wine region has its own flavors, its own light. In the company of world-renowned sommelier Enrico Bernardo, immerse yourself in the author's childhood home, on an enchanting journey through the vineyards of the different Italian wine regions. In the pages of Wine & Travel Italy, you will find a tour of delicious experiences waiting for you at every stop, from iconic vintages to hidden treasures. Get ready for a sumptuous odyssey, where refinements, luxury stays and the search for the ultimate glass of wine take place against the backdrop of Italy's hypnotic landscapes. Part of Assouline's latest Wine & Travel series, which explores iconic destinations through the lens of wine tourism, this edition features an exhaustive list of the best Italian vineyards to discover and a useful glossary, as well as providing a deep dive into the best and finest wineries in the country. ITEM CANNOT BE RETURNED Size&Fit: 304 pages 400+ illustrations English language Released in October 2024 W 25 x W 33 x D 3 cm
