This classic text, still one the bestselling wine books of all time, is a comprehensive account of the winemaking process in Sori San Lorenzo, Italy. It details the experiences of Angelo Gaja, a renowned winemaker, and the creation of the 1989 Sori San Lorenzo wine. The book covers various aspects of wine production, including soil tests, vine balance, green manure, phylloxera and rootstock selections, and the relationship between yield and quality. It also discusses the winter pruning season, budbreak, and the harvesting process.