Album Description
It痴 undeniable that wine and music complement one another. This CD illuminates this fact with songs from wine producing nations around the world. The tasting starts in Europe with the French singer-songwriter Pauline Croze, whose contemporary chanson gives a modern twist to the vintage genre. Vinicio Capossela and Gianmaria Testa prove that Italy痴 appreciation for the fine arts extends to song weaving as well as winemaking. Spain痴 Amparanoia sings about a love paradox that could apply to drinking wine as well. Portugal痴 Jorge Fernando provides the perfect soundtrack for a glass of his country痴 famous port wine. Though now living in exile in France, Chile痴 Mariana Montalvo and her music have remained steadfastly rooted to the land where Bordeaux grapes thrived in the 19th Century. Argentina痴 Melingo offers as much variety in his music as his country does in its vineyards. On the opposite side of the world, the sunny locales of South Africa and Australia offered the British an alternative wine source during World War I and II. South African guitarist David Hewitt became known for his blends of classical and jazz music with African-inspired rhythms and melodies. Fellow guitarist Aaron Hopper collaborates with vocalist Kacey Patrick to form the group Stringmansassy for Australia痴 contribution to the wine list. California痴 Alison Brown and Greece痴 Vicky Moscholiou round out this robust collection of songs.
A portion of Putumayo痴 proceeds from the sale of Music from the Wine Lands will be donated to Slow Food in support of their Terra Madre World Meeting. Terra Madre provides a forum for those who seek to grow, raise, catch, create, distribute and promote food in ways that respect the environment, defend human dignity and protect the health of consumers.
