How much does science influence the world of wine? Attilio Scienza delves into the topic with Vine and Prejudice. Is science biased? What is "fake science" and how has it influenced the world of wine? How can a deeper understanding of science help producers face the great challenges the planet will encounter? These are just some of the questions explored in this book. Starting from viticultural science, this thoughtful and sometimes provocative text on the history of the vine emerges. The book explores how grapes originated, how they evolved over time, and how they traveled around the world, creating the wine varieties we know and love today. With his unique interpretation of the history of the vine, Professor Attilio Scienza explains how our planet has changed over time and how vines have transformed throughout the geological development of the earth. This book traces the journey from the first winemakers to the scientists who learned how to identify, classify, and crossbreed vines, up to the recent advances in DNA profiling. Exploring the often controversial history, fake news, and ethical debates that have accompanied science, Attilio Scienza examines the biology of grapes through the lens of sociology. Scienza also invites us to think about the future, particularly the transformations that genetic engineering and biotechnology will bring. He reflects on the morality of human interference in the natural world and asks what awaits us in the quest for the perfect grape. Language: English Pages: 124
