This is a wonderfully vibrant map detailing the wine producing regions of Italy.
At first glance this is a humorous and fun depiction (which it is) of the world's largest wine producing country. The little blue characters get up to all sorts of fun and games, also includes a tipsy mermaid, a sea monster and seemingly the exiled Napoleon Bonaparte on Elba enjoying a tipple too!!
A more considered look tells you there is also a more serious story being portrayed. Commissioned by the Istituto Nazionale per il Commercio Estero (Italian Ministry of Foreign Trade) this pictorial map details over 300 DOC wines produced in Italy. The Denominazione di Origine Controllata is a mark of quality legislated in Italian law that growers must follow concerning grape varieties, colour and growing techniques in order to be gain this prestigious accolade.
Portrayed in beautiful, vibrant colours this print is a must for wine lovers, restauranteurs and wine cellar aficionados. It is sure to form a focal point in any living room and looks superb mounted in our gold edged framed (as pictured).
