Sacred Wine: The Holy History and Heritage of Catholic Vintners

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Sacred Wine explores the rich and enduring relationship between the Catholic faith and the tradition of winemaking. Through beautifully told stories and striking photography, this book journeys through historic vineyards in Italy, France and Spain whose origins are deeply rooted in monastic life and Catholic devotion.

Many of the wineries featured were founded by religious orders such as the Benedictines, Cistercians, Carthusians, and Franciscans, where vineyard work was shaped by prayer, discipline, and hospitality. Each chapter reveals how faith, land, and labour came together over centuries, highlighting saints, monasteries, and communities that preserved these traditions through times of change and challenge.

More than a book about wine, Sacred Wine is a reflection on vocation, craftsmanship and offering the fruits of creation back to God. It invites readers to consider the spiritual significance of the vine and the role it has played in the life of the Church, from daily monastic work to the Eucharistic celebration.

A beautifully presented volume ideal for readers interested in Catholic history, culture, and the intersection of faith and everyday life.

Author: Emily Stimpson Chapman
Pages: 104