Nov 23, 2019
Marsala is a place and a wine appellation. In the Season 2 finale of Glass in Session® we dig into the wine's rich history, colorful and varied styles, and sense of place.
Many thanks (grazie mille!) to the wonderful team at Cantine Florio in Marsala, Sicily, in October 2019. The time Valentina and Tomasso spent with us on the tour and tasting not only deepened our appreciation for this wine, but enriched our time exploring the culture, food, and wine in Sicily by many dimensions.
Resources from this episode:
Books:
Oxford Companion to Wine, 4th Edition [Kindle Edition], Robinson (2015)
Vino Italiano: The regional wines of Italy, Bastianich & Lynch (2005)
Websites:
Consorzio per la Tutela del Vino Marsala DOC http://www.consorziovinomarsala.it
Florio https://www.duca.it/florio/storia/
Marsala DOC http://www.marsaladoc.it/legge_vino_marsala.php
Quattro Calici (Disciplinare) https://www.quattrocalici.it/disciplinari/marsala-doc
Wine Two Five Podcast Episode 176: Back to (wine) school with Cru Artisan College https://www.winetwofive.com/episode-176-wine-school-cru-artisan-college/
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Music: Addict Sound - Happy Acoustic - (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)
*NOTE: The host uses the term "officer & gentleman" in reference solely with respect to Admiral Nelson supplying his troops with Marsala - for entertainment & wine education purposes only. However, we understand his overall legacy, as with the behavior of other historical figures, is not sterling if not controversial, & do not reflect the values of the host.*