{"product_id":"9783031878596","title":"Uncorked: Negotiating Science and Belief in the Natural Wine Movement","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUncorked: Negotiating Science and Belief in the Natural Wine Movement\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePablo Alonso González | Eva Parga Dans\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Engineering \/ Food Science \/ General\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural wine is a captivating and rapidly evolving phenomenon in the world of viticulture and winemaking. This movement, characterized by minimal intervention, low or no chemical additives, and a focus on terroir-driven expressions of grapes, has ignited a passionate following among wine enthusiasts, sommeliers, and eco-conscious consumers. It's more than just a beverage; it embodies a philosophy that aligns with contemporary sustainability and wellness trends. Though natural wine enthusiasts have produced ample coverage of the natural wine movement in books, essays and films, academics have lagged behind in their examination of this global phenomenon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eUncorked: Negotiating Science and Belief in the Natural Wine Movement, \u003c\/em\u003escholarly discussion reaches across disciplines to offer valuable insights for researchers, producers, wine enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in this movement. Exploring the relevance of natural wine offers a unique lens through which to examine the intersection of tradition, innovation, environmental stewardship, and the evolving tastes of modern consumers. Through the stories of the winemakers, the science behind natural fermentation, and the cultural and historical context, this book aims to provide a comprehensive look at how this movement is shaping the future of wine and our relationship with the natural world. Each essay from a thought leader in their respective field delves deep into the historical, ecological, and sociocultural dimensions of natural winemaking, shedding light on its ancient roots, ecological practices, and the philosophical underpinnings that drive the movement. Discussions of regulatory and consumer aspects will also elucidate the practical considerations of making and selling natural wine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUncorked: Negotiating Science and Belief in the Natural Wine Movement \u003c\/em\u003eis a groundbreaking edited book that offers a comprehensive and scholarly exploration ofthe world of natural wine. This interdisciplinary volume brings together leading experts in fields ranging from enology and sensory studies to anthropology and philosophy, creating a rich tapestry of insights into the production, consumption, and cultural significance of natural wine. Academics, winemakers and wine enthusiasts alike will be illuminated by this volume. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003ePablo Alonso González is a Senior Researcher at the Spanish National \u003cbr\u003eResearch Council (IPNA-CSIC). He holds a PhD and a Master's degree in \u003cbr\u003eHeritage Studies from the University of Cambridge, UK, and a PhD in \u003cbr\u003eHistory from the University of León, Spain. He has extensively \u003cbr\u003epublished works on food anthropology, cultural heritage, and cultural \u003cbr\u003ehistory. Recently, his research has focused on the culture and \u003cbr\u003eheritage of wine in Spain, emphasizing sustainable and natural \u003cbr\u003eproduction, as well as artisan cider and beer. He has directed six \u003cbr\u003efilms, including three on Galician wine, with the latest exploring the \u003cbr\u003enatural wine phenomenon, titled \"Envino Veritas: Galicia from terroir \u003cbr\u003eto natural wine\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEva Parga Dans is a Senior Researcher at the Spanish National Research \u003cbr\u003eCouncil (IPNA-CSIC). She holds a degree in Sociology and a PhD in \u003cbr\u003eApplied Economics. Her research focuses on the sociology of cultural \u003cbr\u003eheritage and food, particularly on social value, tradition, quality, \u003cbr\u003eand differentiation in food heritage and wine. Currently, she leads a \u003cbr\u003eresearch project titled “The Challenge of Natural Wine Certification: \u003cbr\u003eCultural Controversies, Information Asymmetries, and Consumption \u003cbr\u003ePatterns.” This project aims to identify the most efficient mechanisms \u003cbr\u003efor all actors in the natural wine value chain—including producers, \u003cbr\u003edistributors, regulators, and consumers—to minimize information \u003cbr\u003easymmetries in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29 May 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer Nature Switzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9783031878596\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaperback \/ softback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e331\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51033335103628,"sku":"9783031878596","price":197.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783031878596.jpg?v=1782489129","url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9783031878596","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}