An interview with Kate Leahy, co-author of a new book that explores and celebrates the history, regions, and (many) grapes in the world of Italian wine
I looked Cesanese up in Italian wine and found this information: "Once sold in refillable containers for a few euros in Rome, the wines are now allocated (sold to key accounts in limited quantities, which happens when demand outpaces supply)."
Sounds like the wine has become quite popular, which might be why it's not easy to find...
What a fabulous and informative post and book -- and timely, too! I recently enjoyed a sublime Pigato and look forward to learning more about Ligurian wines.
Delightful! Looking forward to part 2. I have just ordered the book from my local bookshop. Over the pandemic I was introduced to a number of different Italian grapes through a monthly shipment from Eataly's wine club. Pecorino and Nero d'Avola being just two delicious examples. Sadly, Eataly ended its wine club. I am thinking I will use this book to guide further vino adventures. Thank you!
Thank you! You are in for a treat, Shari. Not only is it a great wine book, it's also a great armchair travel book. You will learn much about the history and character of every region.
Just when I thought I was over my cookbook buying addiction, you pull me in again. What a book! Over the years I have looked at many books on Italian wines, but no volume ever really spoke to me. This one sounds well worth a place on my shelf.
Same, my friend. I keep trying to pare down my book collection but then I keep replenishing it. I’m pretty sure you’ll enjoy this book ~ armchair travel of the best kind.
Thank you. This has been very informative. I'm putting in a word for Valpolicelli Reserve and, (don't shoot the messenger), Moscato. Moscato is a light and delightful wine which I like with light meals and after dinner with dessert. The addition of peaches to Moscato is very refreshing and light dessert.
My husband and I go to Tuscany four times a year as we have a fractional ownership there, but have also traveled extensively through other parts of the country. Even though we drink LOTS of wine while we are there (primarily red) there are still so many wines we don’t know. It’s always fun to discover new favorites! One that we generally only see at one particular restaurant is from Tenuta Corsignano - we really like their Imperatore and the label is beautiful as well, but since they do not import into the US it’s definitely a “only in Italy” wine
Love this! And I love Pecorino (the white wine not the cheese -- but I love the cheese, too! :)
Same :)
I just put some of that I Clivi Ribolla in my shopping cart!
Ok now I’m jealous 🫠
Cesanese is definitely the wine that I enjoyed in Italy (Rome) that I've had a hard time finding here.
I looked Cesanese up in Italian wine and found this information: "Once sold in refillable containers for a few euros in Rome, the wines are now allocated (sold to key accounts in limited quantities, which happens when demand outpaces supply)."
Sounds like the wine has become quite popular, which might be why it's not easy to find...
What a fabulous and informative post and book -- and timely, too! I recently enjoyed a sublime Pigato and look forward to learning more about Ligurian wines.
Looking forward to clinking glasses soon, Lynda!
Thanks Domenica💕
Delightful! Looking forward to part 2. I have just ordered the book from my local bookshop. Over the pandemic I was introduced to a number of different Italian grapes through a monthly shipment from Eataly's wine club. Pecorino and Nero d'Avola being just two delicious examples. Sadly, Eataly ended its wine club. I am thinking I will use this book to guide further vino adventures. Thank you!
Thank you! You are in for a treat, Shari. Not only is it a great wine book, it's also a great armchair travel book. You will learn much about the history and character of every region.
looking forward to reading the second part of the interview
Thank you, Ilaria. I will link to your most recent newsletter about the women winemakers in Le Marche.
Just when I thought I was over my cookbook buying addiction, you pull me in again. What a book! Over the years I have looked at many books on Italian wines, but no volume ever really spoke to me. This one sounds well worth a place on my shelf.
Same, my friend. I keep trying to pare down my book collection but then I keep replenishing it. I’m pretty sure you’ll enjoy this book ~ armchair travel of the best kind.
Thank you. This has been very informative. I'm putting in a word for Valpolicelli Reserve and, (don't shoot the messenger), Moscato. Moscato is a light and delightful wine which I like with light meals and after dinner with dessert. The addition of peaches to Moscato is very refreshing and light dessert.
I agree with you on Moscato. You are safe here 😃
My husband and I go to Tuscany four times a year as we have a fractional ownership there, but have also traveled extensively through other parts of the country. Even though we drink LOTS of wine while we are there (primarily red) there are still so many wines we don’t know. It’s always fun to discover new favorites! One that we generally only see at one particular restaurant is from Tenuta Corsignano - we really like their Imperatore and the label is beautiful as well, but since they do not import into the US it’s definitely a “only in Italy” wine
Thanks for the comment and suggestion, Susan. I'll look for that wine next time I'm in that part of Italy,