Theoretical & Practical Manual of the Winemaker (cultivating the vine, making wines, spirits & vinegars) edition in French

Dive into the heart of the traditional French winemaking knowledge with the Theoretical and Practical Manual of the French Winemaker, written by Mr. Thiébaut de Berneaud, an essential figure of theAgronomy the 19th century. First published in 1834, this book is both a technical guide and a precious historical source.

This book is intended for winemakers, , Oenologists, , wine historians, , viticulture enthusiasts and curious enthusiasts eager to discover the practices of yesteryear. It addresses all aspects of the subject with clarity and rigor. vine cultivation, of the selection of grape varieties until the Winemaking, without forgetting the manufacturing of eaux-de-vie and the vinegars.

A complete and structured manual

In an approach both Pedagogical and scientist, Mr. Thiébaut de Berneaud explores:

• the different varieties of grapevines adapted to French soils,

• the techniques of plantation, of size and of Trellising,

• the prevention and treatment of vine diseases,

• the methods of Winemaking, from pressing to preservation,

• the processes of Distillation spirits,

• the revenues and uses of natural vinegars.

The author relies on his practical experience, enriched by the scientific knowledge of its time, to convey knowledge that remains relevant today, especially for enthusiasts of natural wine or professionals engaged in a Heritage viticulture.

A reissued historical document

The reissue of this manual by SHS Editions In 2023, it allows for the revival of a rare and hard-to-access work. The original text is respected in its structure, offering a fluid reading while preserving the authenticity of the period's technical discourse.

For whom ?

• The professionals of the traditional viticulture

• Students in Oenology, , Agronomy or rural history

• Enthusiasts of the history of wine

• Fans of Wine bibliophilia

This reissue represents a transmission tool, but also a fascinating testimony on thethe art of cultivating vines in France in the 19th century.

🟩 Author's Presentation

Mr. Thiébaut de Berneaud was a Agronomist renowned Frenchman, passionate about improving agricultural and viticultural techniques. His work reflects a deep commitment to the Transmission of knowledge, at a time when France was seeking to structure and professionalize its wine industry. This manual is a valuable legacy of his expertise.

🟩 Item Features

• Type of book : Technical manual / Historical work

• Title : Theoretical and Practical Manual of the French Winemaker

• Author Mr. Thiébaut de Berneaud

• Editor : SHS Editions

• Language : French

• Publication date December 20, 2023

• Number of pages : 346

• Format : Paperback

• Dimensions : 21 x 14.8 x 1.9 cm

• Weight : 448 g

• EAN13 : 9791041955503

• ISBN : 979-10-419-5550-3