At one time, Italian wines conjured images of cheap Chianti in straw-wrapped bottles. More recently, expensive &#8220;Super Tuscans&#8221; have been the rage. But between these extremes lay a bounty of delicious, moderately priced wines that belong in every wine drinker&#8217;s repertoire.<br><br><b>Vino Italiano</b> is the only comprehensive and authoritative American guide to the wines of Italy. It surveys the country&#8217;s wine-producing regions; identifies key wine styles, producers, and vintages; and offers delicious regional recipes. Extensive reference materials&#8212;on Italy&#8217;s 300 growing zones, 361 authorized grape varieties, and 200 of the top producers&#8212; provide essential information for restaurateurs and wine merchants, as well as for wine enthusiasts.<br><br>Beautifully illustrated as well as informative, <b>Vino Italiano</b> is the perfect invitation to the Italian wine experience.<br><br><br><i>From the Hardcover edition.</i>