Italian wine mapped region by region
The book surveys all twenty Italian regions, their grapes, appellations, and signature wines. It is organized as a comprehensive regional reference.
Vino italiano
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Terroir and native grape varieties
Italy's wine identity rests on indigenous grapes tied to specific places rather than international varietals. Distinctiveness comes from local grape-and-land pairings.
Wine understood through food pairing
Bastianich frames Italian wines as table wines meant to accompany regional cuisine. Pairing logic, matching acidity and structure to dishes, guides selection.