Mediterranean Islands: Wine and Travel

Mediterranean Islands: Wine and Travel is an illustrated and informative luxury book about wine culture and tourism in the Mediterranean islands, published by Assouline in 2025, with 296 pages. This work, part of the publisher's acclaimed Travel Collection, explores the rich tapestry of terroirs and winemaking traditions that characterize regions such as Sicily, Corsica, Porquerolles, and Mallorca. It details the influence of sun, salt, and centuries of history on the production of complex wines, presenting varieties such as the mineral Assyrtiko from Greece, the floral Malvasia from the Aeolian Islands, the red Cannonau from Sardinia, and the elegant Vermentinos from the northern coasts. It is an exquisite example of a coffee table book, ideal for food and travel enthusiasts.

This book is presented in a Special Edition with a sophisticated acrylic case, which elevates its status as a luxury gift and a collector's item. The narrative, led by renowned sommelier Enrico Bernardo, transcends the mere description of wines, inviting the reader to a sensory immersion in tastings by the sea, in olive groves, and in ancient cellars.

Mediterranean Islands: Wine and Travel highlights Mediterranean winemaking as an expression of heritage, hospitality, and the sunny soul of island life, revealing stunning landscapes, authentic traditions, and secret hideaways. Its presentation and content make it a desirable item for corporate gifts or to enrich any collection.