Bel Vino

Pocket Books, USA, 2004. Medium Trade Paperback. Good. Medium Trade Paperback. 514 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Pocket Books, USA, 2004. *** CONDITION: This book is in good condition. More specifically: Covers have light creasing. Edges of covers have superficial edgewear and corners are moderately bumped. Spine is uncreased. . Pages are reasonably tanned and lightly creased. Name crossed out and small scribble on inside of front cover.. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: Isobel and Lou moved to Montalcino and became Isabella and Luigi ten years ago and they have now been embraced by the locals and immersed in their antiquated customs and age-old feuds. In BEL VINO Isabella takes the reader on a winding journey to discover the true aristocratic orgins of the world-renowned wine Brunello di Montalcino on whose vintage the fortunes of many of the Montalcinesi depend. Taking us through the seasons of the wine harvest, Dusi weaves a path that brings in the local white-hooded monks who have lived in the Abbey of Sant' Antimo since at least 814; the last remaining local shoemaker; the harvesting of mushrooms, olives and truffles; an archery contest with a local village at which passions run high; and the fight to save a 1000-year-old church with no foundations. As an insider, Dusi is able to portray Tuscan life with all its idyllic charms whilst also giving an intriguing insight into the daily workings of the ancient village of Montalcino. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Travel & Places; ISBN: 0743478444. ISBN/EAN: 9780743478441. Inventory No: 20070104.. 9780743478441