Journey to the Center of the Grape (French edition) by Pascal Fauvet & Didier Mazenod

Journey to the Center of the Grape by Pascal Fauvet and Didier Mazenod is much more than just an art book. It is an extraordinary dive into the heart of the grape, revealing its material and transparency through a series of unprecedented photographs. For the first time, behold the mysteries of the raw fruit that leads to the creation of wine, by observing the phases of extraction, coloration, and fermentation.

This visual journey into the heart of the grape transformation is enhanced by the preface of Stéphane Derenoncourt, who discusses the evolution of the grape, from its picking to its transformation into a wine that reflects a unique terroir and ancestral know-how. Thanks to the artistic eye of Pascal Fauvet, each stage of this metamorphosis takes on an aesthetic and poetic dimension.

In his preface, Stéphane Derenoncourt describes the vat grape as a mysterious element, carrying a millennial history and witnessing the passion of men for vine cultivation. He talks about the process of transformation from picking to fermentation and emphasizes the importance of the winemaker's role in creating a wine that reflects a unique place and skill.

With this book, Pascal Fauvet and Didier Mazenod capture the very essence of this complex process, paying homage to the alchemy of wine and the beauty of each stage of its transformation. This journey to the heart of the grape will surely captivate wine enthusiasts and photography lovers until the last page.

About the Authors

Didier Mazenod: Originally from the prestigious Côte Rôtie appellation, Didier Mazenod, known as the "cellar maker", is a passionate self-taught individual. As a wine engineering consultant for over 10 years, he has supported over 100 winemakers in optimizing their winemaking processes and installing cellars, making him a respected figure in the wine world.

Pascal Fauvet: A conceptual artist based in Provence, Pascal Fauvet not only captures photos but also presents a unique and personal vision behind each of his works. An early passion for art and photography led him to exhibit in art galleries in Paris and Brussels. Through his creations, he becomes a conveyor for future generations, offering a new perspective on art and nature.

Stéphane Derenoncourt, renowned winemaker and consultant, shares his poetic and technical vision of the grape in the preface of this book. He reminds us that the vat grape carries many mysteries, transformed by the winemaker's art into a unique expression of a terroir and ancestral know-how. He highlights the crucial role of each stage, from picking to fermentation, and celebrates Pascal Fauvet's talent for immortalizing these key moments in the winemaking process.

Article Features

• Title: Journey to the Center of the Grape
• Authors: Pascal Fauvet & Didier Mazenod
• Preface: Stéphane Derenoncourt
• Format: Album
• EAN13: 9782955517802
• ISBN: 978-2-9555178-0-2
• Publisher: Fauvet Pascal
• Publication Date: 11/2015
• Number of Pages: 100
• Dimensions: 21 x 30 x 0.7 cm
• Weight: 570 g
• Language: French

This book is a work of art that invites deep reflection on wine, its creation, and the magic that operates in every grain of grape. A true homage to the beauty and mystery of this fruit at the heart of viticulture.