Barolo and Barbaresco

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Renowned author and wine critic Kerin O'Keefe takes readers on a historic journey to explore Barolo and Barbaresco, two of Italy's most fascinating wines. This groundbreaking work offers a comprehensive overview of the stunning growing areas of these world-class wines, separated only by the city of Alba, and profiles the fiercely individualistic winemakers who craft structured, elegant, and complex wines from Nebbiolo, Italy's noblest grape. O'Keefe narrates the origins of aristocratic winemaking in the region, elucidating why Barolo is known as both the King of Wines and the Wine of Kings. The book features profiles of key villages in Barolo and Barbaresco, sharing captivating stories of families, producers, and unique personalities that have shaped the area and its wines, contributing to the Italian Quality Wine Revolution. Additionally, it addresses practical factors affecting winemaking, such as climate change, the use of harsh chemicals versus traditional vineyard treatments, and the expansion and zoning of vineyard areas. Readers will also find a helpful vintage guide to Barolo and Barbaresco, along with a glossary of useful Italian wine terms.