Bibliograph

The world of Sicilian wine, Bill Nesto and Frances Di Savino

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Label

The world of Sicilian wine, Bill Nesto and Frances Di Savino

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

resource.governmentPublication

government publication of a state province territory dependency etc

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The world of Sicilian wine

Nature of contents

bibliographydictionaries

Oclc number

823040835

Responsibility statement

Bill Nesto and Frances Di Savino

Summary

The World of Sicilian Wine provides wine lovers with a comprehensive understanding of Sicilian wine, from its ancient roots to its modern evolution. Offering a guide and map to exploring Sicily, Bill Nesto, an expert in Italian wine, and Frances Di Savino, a student of Italian culture, deliver a substantive appreciation of a vibrant wine region that is one of Europe's most historic areas and a place where many cultures intersect. From the earliest Greek and Phoenician settlers who colonized the island in the eighth century B.C., the culture of wine has flourished in Sicily. A parade of

Table Of Contents

The origins of Sicilian wine and culture -- The lost opportunity: 1775 to 1950 -- The modern Sicilian wine industry -- Perpetual wine -- The geography of Sicily -- Vine varieties -- Viticulture in Sicily -- Enology in Sicily -- At the hearth of Sicily -- Understanding Sicilian wine by place: the three valleys -- Val D'Mazara -- Val di Noto -- Val Demone -- The garden vineyard

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