{"title":"Bill Nesto","description":"\u003cp\u003eBill Nesto is a renowned wine expert and author, celebrated for his profound knowledge and passion for viticulture and oenology. His works, including the acclaimed books \u003cem\u003eChianti Classico\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe World of Sicilian Wine\u003c\/em\u003e, offer an insightful journey into the world of winemaking, particularly focusing on Italy’s rich wine heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNesto’s writing is a delightful blend of historical context, comprehensive research, and a deep love for wine, making his books indispensable reads for both novices and connoisseurs alike. Perfect for those interested in Cooking \u0026amp; Food, his exploration of regional wines delves into the unique characteristics and traditions that define these beloved beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Bill Nesto’s books, you’re not just reading about wine; you're experiencing the spirit of the land and the craftsmanship that goes into every bottle. Immerse yourself in the rich cultures and flavours of Italy with these expertly crafted narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chianti-classico-by-bill-nesto-9780520284425","title":"Chianti Classico","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e“An important new book on Chianti Classico: Winners of the André Simon 2013 award for their book \u003ci\u003eThe World of Sicilian Wine\u003c\/i\u003e, Nesto and Di Savino have produced the investigative, scholarly and detailed book that Chianti Classico has long deserved. Nesto and Di Savino are brilliant historic investigators. . . . A must-read for anyone seriously interested in wine.”—Walter Speller, \u003ci\u003eJancisRobinson.com\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book tells the story of the ancient land named Chianti and the modern wine appellation known as Chianti Classico. In 1716, Tuscany’s penultimate Medici ruler, Cosimo III, anointed the region of Chianti, along with three smaller areas in the Florentine State, as the world’s first legal appellations of origin for wine. In the succeeding centuries, this milestone was all but forgotten. By the late nineteenth century, the name Chianti, rather than signifying this historic region and its celebrated wine, identified a simple Italian red table wine in a straw-covered flask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the twenty-first century, Chianti Classico emerged as one of Italy’s most dynamic and fashionable wine zones. \u003ci\u003eChianti Classico\u003c\/i\u003e relates the fascinating evolution of Chianti as a wine region and reveals its geographic and cultural complexity. Bill Nesto, MW, and Frances Di Savino explore the townships of Chianti Classico and introduce readers to the modern-day winegrowers who are helping to transform the region. The secrets of Sangiovese, the principal vine variety of Chianti, are also revealed as the book unlocks the myths and mysteries of one of Italy’s most storied wine regions. The publication of \u003ci\u003eChianti Classico\u003c\/i\u003e coincides with the three hundredth anniversary of the Medici decree delimiting the region of Chianti on September 24, 1716.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinner of the following awards:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2016 André Simon Food \u0026amp; Drink Book Award: Drink Books Category\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 International Organization of Vines and Wine: Jury Award, Monographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 International World Cookbook Awards: Sustainable, For the Public Category\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2017 Gourmand International World Cookbook Awards: Drink Special Awards Category\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46997981462764,"sku":"9780520284425","price":75.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6064583482373.jpg?v=1763202092"},{"product_id":"the-world-of-sicilian-wine-by-bill-nesto-9780520266186","title":"The World of Sicilian Wine","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World of Sicilian Wine\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the earliest Greek and Phoenician settlers who colonised the island in the eighth century B.C., the culture of wine has flourished in Sicily. A parade of foreign rulers was similarly drawn to Sicily's fertile land, sun-filled climate, and strategic position in the Mediterranean. The modern Sicilian quality wine industry was reborn in the 1980s and 1990s with the arrival of wines made with established international varieties and state-of-the-art enology. Sicily is only now rediscovering the quality of its indigenous grape varieties, such as Nero d'Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Frappato, Grillo, and distinctive terroirs such as the slopes of Mount Etna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998811738348,"sku":"9780520266186","price":75.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5882193482373.jpg?v=1763231840"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/bill-nesto.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}