The Wine Atlas of Italy and Traveller's Guide to the Vineyards: And Traveller's Guide to the Vineyards

This is the first book to comprehensively gazetteer every wine district in Italy, from Sicily to the Alps. Each major Italian wine zone is mapped in detail with explanations of where all the best wines come from, how they are made and by whom. The estates and vineyards of top producers are indicated as are the elements of soil and climate that determine quality. The maps are complemented by beautiful, specially-commissioned photographs which introduce the reader to the ravishing landscapes of Italy.