Spilled: Stories & Recipes From Natural Winemakers

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An exuberant, deeply personal tour of natural winemaking in France and Italy—as seen through the eyes of those who pour, serve, and share it. In this richly detailed volume, three well-placed guides—Stéphanie Mercier Voyer of The Four Horsemen (Brooklyn), David McMillan of Joe Beef (Montreal), and natural wine importer Zev Rovine—travel through the Loire, Jura, Tuscany, and beyond, encountering winemakers whose philosophies are as distinctive as their terroir. Their conversations, meals, and shared bottles offer more than profiles; they provide glimpses into the rhythms of life shaped by vineyard, cellar, and table. The writing is as lively as the wines themselves, and the featured food—drawn from the winemakers’ own kitchens—is chosen with a drinker’s instincts and a cook’s care. Alongside vivid portraits, the book traces the history and evolving practices of natural winemaking in both countries, with thoughtful attention to regional nuance—from Friuli to Sicily, and from the Rhône to the Auvergne. Whether it inspires travel, uncorking, or cooking, this is a book made for those who find joy where good wine and good company meet. Hardcover. Color photographs throughout. Show more