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Title: A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream
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Manufacturer: Albatross
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| A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream by Albatross Funny, descriptive and entertaining | | Ferenc Mate's second book on Italy (buy the first one "Hills of Tuscany" also, they are distinctly a matched set to be enjoyed one after the other) is, if possible, even better than the first one. He had a wonderful understanding of Italian culture and is able to convey that to his reader. If you have ever visited Italy, or are planning to, then his books are a must read. One of the things I really like about Mr. Mate's writing is it is appealing to both men and women. I love being able to discuss a book with my husband. In fact with this one, it is the first time I have heard my husband laugh out loud while reading. At first I thought he was choking and when I ran into the room he said "honey, it's the part where he is driving the tractor". Michael and I spend two weeks in Tuscany every May and truly, in this book, the essence of the Montalcino area is captured and wrapped up like a Christmas present for the reader. | | A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream by Albatross The Best Book on Tuscany | Out of all the book I have read on Italy, A Vineyard in Tuscany is the funniest and at the same time the most informing book about life in this southern part of Tuscany. Ma`te` has a great ways with words and offers a rare glimpse into secret world of Italian Culture. Other reviewers have summarized the book; I will not do that now. Instead I will speak of how the book affected me. Just the mere thought of the word "Bulls eye" puts a broad smile on my face. When I first read the passage where it's located, I laughed so loudly my wife rushed into the room to see if I were ok. Ma'te' lets us see the dry subtle humor of the people in this area. Although it does a great job of showing the warmth and passion of Tuscans when it comes to food, wine and business, the region itself is the star of book.
On our first trip to Italy 5 years ago, my wife and I did the usual Milan, Venice, Rome triangle with one day in Tuscany kind of trip. By luck we had chosen the Banfi Castle to dine in and stayed in the near-by hill town of Montalcino for just one night. My wife and I concluded that this 24 hour period was the best of the entire trip. Every year since then we have returned to the tiny village of San Angelo Scolo for days of relaxation, great hospitality, food, wine and the beautiful land of Tuscany. Little did we know that Ma`te` had restored his estate, planted a vineyard and discovered ancient cities and springs just minutes away. Tuscany is that kind of place where adventure and surprises lurk around every turn. Reading his book brought back fantastic experiences of our trips there. We will be back to San Angelo Scolo in 37 days, after reading this book I wish I were there now. I highly recommend it to people who are dreaming of a trip to Tuscany or experienced travelers.
| | A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream by Albatross A terrific read | | Mr. Mate's charming and funny story of realizing his dream to own a vineyard in Tuscany is not to be missed, and is even better than his earlier book, The Hills of Tuscany. Mr. Mate's humor, warmth and friendliness come shining through in his wonderful tales of his Italian friends and neighbors, the Italian way of life, and his exploits renovating an ancient friary and developing an award-winning winery in the beautiful town of Montalcino. | | A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream by Albatross A Vineyard in Tuscany | My husband and I go to Italy every summer. In between we plan the next trip - and live vicariously through books about Italy. Which is what made A Vineyard In Tuscany such a wonderful read. Mr. Mate's writing style has a wonderful sense of fun while describing so vividly the people and the place. I had to pace myself to not get through the book too quickly. And once I finished, I felt a bit lost at having to say goodbye to Italy...again.
If you intend to go to Tuscany or have gone, definitely grab this book. | | A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream by Albatross A delightful taste of Tuscany | This book is a joy to read. It makes life in Tuscany vivid and appealing, and introduces you to two delightful people and their family---Ferenc and Candace Mate. Their adventures and misadventures in finding and then remodeling a house and then creating a vineyard with the help of some fascinating experts is always interesting and frequently hilarious.If you ever think of exploring Tuscany this book will give you the final push.
Highly recommended. | | A Vineyard in Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Dream by Albatross Product Description | In this intimate and uproarious story, two daring New Yorkers convert an ancient, abandoned farm into a world-renowned winery.
Finding your dream house with a vineyard in Tuscany is like searching the woods for porcini mushrooms: a labor of love. Such feats require patience, discernment, resolve, and an indestructible sense of humor.
The Mátés' future home and wine estate lies amid breathtaking scenery in a community brimming with warmth. In Italy's most prestigious wine zone, Montalcino, they restore a thirteenth-century friary nestled on two hills within sixty acres of forest, olives, and potential vineyards. Here they plant fifteen acres of vines, build the winery, and learn from their famous vintner neighbors, like Angelo Gaja, the secrets of how to grow the best grapes and make superb wines. Within the first years, the Máté wines receive international acclaim.
This highly entertaining tale of how two dreamers struggle and thrive in idyllic Tuscany will enrich the lives of travelers and wine lovers alike. |
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