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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Ian D’Agata’s 2014 work Native Wine Grapes of Italy has been an essential book in my wine library. His new book, Italy’s Native Wine Grape Terroirs, is an excellent companion, an in-depth examination of the specific places in which Italy’s leading grapes and some lesser-known varieties grow best, and the characteristics imparted to the wines. Among English-language wine writers focusing on Italy, Mr. D’Agata’s scholarship is unsurpassed. He may sometimes probe more deeply than lay drinkers will want to go, but it’s not hard to dip in and out. For those who want the complete picture on Italy and its terroirs, this is the book for you.”
* The New York Times *
"For the Italian wine obsessive, there could be no better gift this season than Ian D’Agata’s extraordinarily comprehensive look into Italy’s wine grape varieties, where they grow, and how they express the character of that place. He is as thorough with noble varieties like Nebbiolo, the signature grape of Barolo and Barbaresco, as he is with obscurities such as Mayolet and Dorona, delving into history, specific terroirs, subzones, and top producers." * Food & Wine *
Table of ContentsPreface
Introduction
Part 1 Understanding Terroir and Its Context in Italy
A Brief History of Terroir in Italy
Italy’s Wine Terroir: An Overview
A Study in Terroir
The Italian Job
Part 2 The Grape Varieties and Their Specific Terroirs
Appendix
Glossary
Bibliography
General Index
Index of Grape Varieties
Index of Terroirs
