The Blood of the Earth: How Regional Wine Traditions Tell the Story of Italy
Italy is a country where wine is much more than just a drink: it is an integral part of the culture, history and identity of each region. Each territory has developed its own winemaking traditions over the centuries, which tell the story of its people and its landscape. In Tuscany, Chianti represents the agricultural and noble soul of the region, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages, when monks began to cultivate vines in the lands around Florence. In Piedmont, Barolo is considered the "king of wines", the result of a savoir-faire that combines tradition and innovation, and which has its origins in the cellars of the great noble families.
In Sicily, Marsala tells of a land of trade and cultural contamination, where wine was exported all over the world, becoming one of the symbols of the island. Each Italian region, with its wines and production techniques, holds a piece of Italian history, offering those who taste these wines a real journey through time and space, to discover an unparalleled wine heritage.
