Le terroir & le vigneron (French edition) by Jacky Rigaux | Terre En Vues

In a world where globalization and standardization threaten traditions, Jacky Rigaux offers with Le terroir & le vigneron (French edition) a deep reflection on the very essence of wine. This book explores terroir wines, often contrasted with varietal wines and branded wines, highlighting their diversity of expression and their authenticity.

Terroir wines are the result of a unique alchemy between the soil, the climate, and the winemaker's expertise. They embody a way of life that resists the onslaught of technical and standardized wines produced on a large scale. This book defends the idea that each terroir has a soul, an identity that is reflected in the glass, offering an incomparable tasting experience.

Jacky Rigaux takes us on a journey through the Rencontres Internationales Henri Jayer: Vignerons, Gourmets, and Terroirs of the World, an event that brings together around fifty winemakers each year inspired by Henri Jayer, considered the "pope of winemakers." These wine artisans share their reflections on the viticultural terroir, offering readers an enriched understanding of this often debated notion today.

The notion of terroir, although criticized in some circles, remains an essential value for many winemakers who see it as the purest expression of their art. Through testimonies and stories, this book shows how these winemakers strive to preserve and promote traditional viticultural practices in the face of the rampant industrialization of the sector.

Readers will also discover the challenges faced by winemakers in a context of exacerbated global competition. But despite the pressures, they continue to defend a vision of wine rooted in culture and respect for nature.

Finally, Le terroir & le vigneron offers a dive into the world of wine, where each page is an invitation to rediscover the values that have always accompanied the creation and tasting of wine. Wine enthusiasts, whether novices or experienced, will find in this work an invaluable source of inspiration and knowledge.

Information:

• Format: Hardcover
• EAN13: 9782952301640
• ISBN: 978-2-9523016-4-0
• Publisher: Terre En Vues
• Publication Date: 22/06/2006
• Number of Pages: 352
• Dimensions: 16.5 x 22 cm
• Weight: 650 g
• Language: French