Piedmont is home to the indisputably great wines of Barolo and Barbaresco, made from the Nebbiolo grape variety. It also has a fascinating range of red, white and sparkling wines, nearly all made from local or long-domiciled varieties. The wines of Piemonte evaluates the current state of the Nebbiolo wines and gives a substantial introduction to the region's other vinous treasures, often overlooked by wine lovers. Following chapters on the history, geography, soils and climate of the region, Way turns to the main theme of his book: the relationship between each place and a single grape variety, and how this defines the region's wines. Exploration of this crucial relationship is accompanied by profiles of the producers who grow and interpret the grapes in their location to create their wines, and assessment of the challenges affecting the industry.

Embark on a captivating journey through Piedmont, a region in northwest Italy known for its rich history, world-class cuisine, and stunning vistas. "Exploring Piedmont" is your essential guide to uncovering the unique charm and beauty of this remarkable area. Step into the past as you visit Turin, Piedmont's capital, with its grand boulevards, Baroque architecture, and the famous Mole Antonelliana. Discover the region's royal heritage at the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, a collection of stunning palaces and gardens. Food and wine enthusiasts will find Piedmont a true paradise. Indulge in the region's renowned culinary offerings, from truffles and hazelnuts to the celebrated wines of Barolo and Barbaresco. Our guide includes recommendations for the best wineries, restaurants, and local markets, ensuring you experience the full flavor of Piedmont. Nature lovers will appreciate the variety of outdoor activities available. Explore the scenic trails of the Alps, enjoy boating on Lake Maggiore, or take a leisurely bike ride through the rolling vineyards of the Langhe and Monferrato regions. The guide provides detailed routes and tips to help you make the most of these experiences. Cultural aficionados can immerse themselves in Piedmont's vibrant arts scene. Visit contemporary art galleries in Rivoli, enjoy classical music at the Stresa Festival, and explore the many museums and historic sites throughout the region. Our practical advice covers everything you need for a smooth trip, from the best times to visit and convenient accommodations to transportation tips and local customs. Whether you're planning a short getaway or an extended stay, "Exploring Piedmont" offers insights and tips to enhance your travel experience. Filled with verified facts and insider knowledge, "Exploring Piedmont" invites you to discover the heart and soul of this extraordinary Italian region. Let the history, culture, and flavors of Piedmont create memories that will last a lifetime.

Read your way across North Carolina's Piedmont in the second of a series of regional guides that bring the state's rich literary history to life for travelers and residents. Eighteen tours direct readers to sites that more than two hundred Tar Heel authors have explored in their fiction, poetry, plays, and creative nonfiction. Along the way, excerpts chosen by author Georgann Eubanks illustrate a writer's connection to a specific place or reveal intriguing local culture--insights rarely found in travel guidebooks. Featured authors include O. Henry, Doris Betts, Alex Haley, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, John Hart, Betty Smith, Edward R. Murrow, Patricia Cornwell, Carson McCullers, Maya Angelou, Lee Smith, Reynolds Price, and David Sedaris. Literary Trails is an exciting way to see anew the places that you already love and to discover new people and places you hadn't known about. The region's rich literary heritage will surprise and delight all readers.

This richly illustrated field guide serves as an introduction to the wildflowers and plant communities of the southern Appalachians and the rolling hills of the adjoining piedmont. Rather than organizing plants, including trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants, by flower color or family characteristics, as is done in most guidebooks, botanist Tim Spira takes a holistic, ecological approach that enables the reader to identify and learn about plants in their natural communities. This approach, says Spira, better reflects the natural world, as plants, like other organisms, don't live in isolation; they coexist and interact in myriad ways. Full-color photo keys allow the reader to rapidly preview plants found within each of the 21 major plant communities described, and the illustrated species description for each of the 340 featured plants includes fascinating information about the ecology and natural history of each plant in its larger environment. With this new format, readers can see how the mountain and piedmont landscapes form a mosaic of plant communities that harbor particular groups of plants. The volume also includes a glossary, illustrations of plant structures, and descriptions of sites to visit. Whether you're a beginning naturalist or an expert botanist, this guidebook is a useful companion on field excursions and wildflower walks, as well as a valuable reference. Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press

Author Victor D'Amico and his wife, Yvonne, are both of Italian heritage. Although Vic's parents did not maintain ties with their origins, Yvonne's and her parents were very close to relatives and friends from Piedmont, and her intimate knowledge of the language and customs of her parent's birthplace, adds a unique perspective to this exploration of the region's attractions. Share with Vic his personal and rewarding experiences of connecting with the people, the land, the cuisine, and the history of a different culture. He introduces us to a region with rich traditions and natural attributes that are enjoyed by its people. The story of the author's Bonding with Piedmont covers over 50 years and gives a glimpse into a marriage and family as well as a window into people's behavior. You learn about Piedmont's history, its emergence as a leader in Italy's recovery from the war and mentally savor the area's splendid cuisine. When the author's son asks his parents to arrange his wedding near his grandmother's village, the bonding achieves new heights. Bonding with Piedmont shows the author gaining an appreciation of his Italian heritage and reveals his conversion into a proud and knowledgeable proponent of a remarkable part of Italy with which few Americans are aware.

"This lush guide, featuring more than 350 glorious photographs from National Geographic, showcases the best Italy has to offer from the perspective of two women who have spent their lives reveling in its unique joys."--Publisher's description.

Nancy Brachey's Guide to Piedmont Gardening is a comprehensive gardening reference for any Piedmont area resident. As the gardening editor of the Charlotte Observer, Nancy has helped beginners and advanced gardeners from the basics of planting to cultivating a garden. The book offers a month-by-month guide to gardening. Each month includes sections like "What to Plant," "It's Time to...," "What is Blooming," and "Ask Nancy: Answers to Some Common Problems" as well as other topics relevant to the month.

After years of fantasizing about it, Wine By Appointment made our way to Northern Italy this past June (2022). Northern Italy is comprised of 8 glorious regions: Valle d’Aosta, Piedmont, Lombardy, Liguria, Emilia-Romagna, Veneto, Trento-Alto Adige and Friuli-Venezia Giulia, each with their own magic. While Northern Italy may be a bit less traveled, it doesn't suffer for lackof charm and beauty. From Valle d'Aosta's soaring peaks, Piedmont'srolling hills, bountiful wines and chocolate; Lombardy's gorgeous lakes(Como and Guarda, for starters), and of course, Veneto's Venice, it'shard to imagine why you wouldn't plan a trip there, like tomorrow.We concentrated on visiting and exploring Piedmont, Veneto, andLombardy (great wine areas), leaving the rest of the regions foranother trip.

The Roman Forum, the Leaning Tower, the Piazza San Marco: these are the sights synonymous with Italy. But such landmarks only scratch the surface of this magical country's offerings. In See You in the Piazza, Frances Mayes introduces us to the Italy only the locals know, as she and her husband, Ed, eat and drink their way through fifteen regions – from Friuli to Sardinia. Along the way, she seeks out the cultural and historic gems not found in traditional guidebooks. Frances conjures the enchantment of the backstreets, the hubbub of the markets, the dreamlike wonder of that space between lunch and dinner when a city cracks open to those who would wander or when a mind is drawn into the pages of a delicious book – and discloses to us the secrets that only someone who is on intimate terms with a place could find.