Author Event: Italianity by Jessica Dupuy

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Italy's vineyards stretch from Alpine peaks to volcanic islands, from rolling Tuscan hills to sun-drenched coastlines. Each glass of Italian wine carries not only the flavor of its land but also the imprint of centuries of tradition, community, and culture.

Italianity is a groundbreaking exploration of that soul. Written by Andrea Lonardi, one of Italy's most respected winemakers, agronomists, and a rare Master of Wine, together with acclaimed wine journalist Jessica Dupuy, this book traces the cultural thread that unites Italy's native grapes and the people who cultivate them.

From the misty hills of Piedmont and the Alpine slopes of Alto Adige to the volcanic soils of Sicily and the olive groves of Tuscany, Italianity brings readers face to face with the landscapes, families, and traditions that make Italian wine unlike anything else on earth.

Through vivid storytelling, unforgettable encounters, and cultural reflection, Lonardi and Dupuy reveal how Italian wine is more than a beverage: it is history and heritage, innovation and resilience, the rhythm of the seasons, the joy of the table, and a way of seeing beauty in the everyday.

"Italianity brilliantly reveals how Italian wine is inseparable from Italian culture. Drawing on his deep vocation and expertise, Andrea Lonardi and Jessica Dupuy present a beautifully written exploration of wine as both heritage and daily life. This book arrives at a pivotal moment, as Italy's native grapes are being preserved and reinterpreted through new technology. With passion and precision, they show why Italian wine is not just a drink, but a living expression of culture. Bravo!" — Shelley Lindgren, Owner A16 restaurant and Author, Italian Wine, A16 Food Wine, SPQR, San Francisco, CA

Jessica Dupuy is an award-winning wine journalist whose work appears in Food & Wine, GuildSomm, SevenFifty Daily, and Forbes. A certified sommelier and author, she brings an expert yet approachable perspective to wine storytelling.

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