Mysterious Origins of the Italian Wine Formerly Known as Tocai
A monograph on the history of an important Italian (French?) grape.
Combo Chapter Bonus Photos
Historical hot dog photos that didn’t make the book A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches.
Why has Barbera wine from Piedmont changed so drastically in recent years?
The unfortunate alcoholization of Barbera, and an AI adventure.
Finding Friulano: an International Journey
Finally giving Friulano the attention it deserves, and falling into the murkiness of vine history.
Sicily, in a Single Glass
This wine personifies the Mediterranean zone
Mike on Italian Wine Podcast, Redux
Listen to my 2nd stint on the Italian Wine Podcast
Everybody Needs More Frappato in Their Lives
Sicily’s light-hearted red grape Frappato is perfect for summer… or anytime.
Is This the Ultimate Summer Red?
Alto Adige’s Schiava (aka Vernatsch) defines the category between red and rose
Mike on Vigneto Podcast
Susannah Gold interviews Mike about his book Lost Mount Penn on her Vigneto podcast.
Mike at Wine2Wine 2021
Speaking at the wine business conference in Verona
Chianti: The Myth of the Famous Ricasoli “Recipe”
Learn which Chianti contribution the Iron Baron should really be celebrated for
Becoming Chianti Classico
A Wine Region’s Fight for Authenticity (Monograph)
Mike on PA Dutch Live
In this month’s episode host Doug Madenford welcomes Mike Madaio, author of “Lost Mount Penn: Wineries, Railroads, and Resorts of […]
A Taste of the Lost Pennsylvania Grape
Presenting Lost Mount Penn to a local food history group
Mike on PA Books
My debut on PA Books, a local cable series.
Montecucco: Proof Value Still Exists in Tuscany
This alternative Tuscan region for Sangiovese is worth knowing