

Native Wine Grapes of Italy is an essential guide on Italian native grape varieties, written by Ian D’Agata. This book explores more than 375 varieties, detailing their origins, characteristics, and the wines they produce. With 13 years of research, tastings, and interviews with producers, the author provides an in-depth study of the incredible diversity of Italian viticulture. A reference work for wine enthusiasts and professionals, published in English by University of California Press.
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Italy is the country of wine par excellence. Its mountainous terrain, volcanic soils, countless microclimates, and historical heritage influenced by the Greeks, Phoenicians, and Romans make it a unique terroir with exceptional diversity. It is no coincidence that Italy has the largest variety of indigenous grape varieties in the world, representing more than a quarter of international commercial grape varieties.
In Native Wine Grapes of Italy, author and expert Ian D’Agata takes us to the heart of this viticultural diversity. After 13 years of investigation, analysis, and interviews with producers, he offers a detailed study of more than 375 Italian grape varieties ranging from Aglianico to Zibibbo.
In this work, Ian D’Agata describes the methods of identification and classification of Italian grape varieties, existing clones, ideal soil types, and genetic evidence establishing the relationship between varieties. He associates each grape variety with a rich historical and anecdotal description, detailing its origins, characteristics, and the wine profiles it can produce.
Whether you are a wine enthusiast, sommelier, or winemaker, this book will help you understand the richness and complexity of the Italian viticultural heritage.
📖 Format: Hardcover – 640 pages
đź“Ť Publisher: University of California Press
📆 Publication Date: May 16, 2014
đź“‘ Language: English
đź“Ź Dimensions: 261 x 188 x 48 mm
âš– Weight: 1282 g
đź“Ś ISBN: 9780520272262
The book is also accompanied by a detailed map, a directory of varieties by region, and a list of top producers. It is a valuable resource for anyone wishing to deepen their knowledge of Italian wine and its indigenous grape varieties.
Accessible and captivating, Native Wine Grapes of Italy is an essential read for wine professionals, oenologists, informed enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to explore the Italian oenological treasures.
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