Italy’s Native Wine Grape Terroirs
Italyās Native Wine Grape TerroirsĀ is the definitive reference book on the myriad crus and the grand cru wine production areas of Italyās native wine grapes. Ian DāAgataās approach to discussing wine, both scientific and discursive,Ā provides an easy-to-read, enjoyable guide to Italyās 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 dāAsti, Friuli Colli Orientali Picolit, Ischia). Everyday wine lovers, beginners, and professionals alike will find this new book to be the perfect complement to DāAgataās previous award-winningĀ Native Wine Grapes of Italy.
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