Grape Varieties And Rootstock Varieties (English edition) By Pierre Galet

Dive into the world of grape varieties and rootstocks with the book "Variétés de Raisins et Variétés de Porte-Greffes" of Pierre Galet, a major work in Ampelography translated into English by Jaqueline Smith. This detailed guide provides a comprehensive overview of the different varieties of vine and their essential botanical characteristics.

🔎 An in-depth study of grape varieties

The book begins with a Introduction to the Study of Grape Varieties, addressing the methods of Description, of Classification, as well as the particularities of synonyms of grape varieties and of their clones.

📌 Detailed phenotypic classification

The author proposes a rigorous classification of grape varieties through several criteria:

• Ampelographic definitions
• Characteristics of adult and young leaves
• Description of clusters and berries
• Ampelometric measurements
• Identification of inflorescences and seeds

🍇 The species of the genus Vitis and wine grape varieties

The book presents in detail the genus Vitis, highlighting the American species and their classification according to:

• The leaves
• The Vine shoots
• Specific morphological characteristics

It includes an in-depth analysis of the main grape varieties of wine cultivated around the world, such as:

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Sauvignon, Riesling
• And many other iconic varieties used in Viticulture.

🍇 Table grape varieties

Varieties intended for consumption in Table grape are also described with precision:

• Chasselas, Muscat, Sultanina, Italia, Perlette, Alphonse Lavallée
• A detailed classification based on the morphology of berries and leaves.

🍷 French and American Hybrids

The book explores the direct producer hybrids of origin Frenchwoman and American, which are more resistant to diseases and harsh climatic conditions:

• Baco noir, Chambourcin, Léon Millot, Maréchal Foch, Vidal blanc, Seyval blanc
• These hybrids, although less used in France, remain popular in the vineyards of the Canada, United States, and Russia.

🌱 Rootstocks and their selection

An entire chapter is devoted to the Rootstocks, key element of the modern viticulture, essential for combating the Phylloxera. Among the main ones studied:

• Rupestris du Lot, Riparia Gloire de Montpellier, 3309 Couderc, 110 Richter, 140 Ruggeri, Fercal
• The author details their disease resistance, their Soil adaptability, and their Vigor.

🌍 A Global Guide for Winemakers and Oenologists

This book is not limited to the French viticulture but adopts an international approach by including grape varieties and practices from global viticulture, notably in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

📖 An essential book for the winegrowers, , Oenologists, students in Ampelography, and enthusiasts wishing to deepen their knowledge of grape varieties and rootstocks.

📌 Features of the book:

• Title : Cépages et variétés de porte-greffes
• Author : Pierre Galet
• Translated by : Jaqueline Smith
• Editor : Oenoplurimedia
• Collection : Future of Oenology
• Language : English
• Year of publication : 1998
• ISBN : 978-2-905428-12-7
• EAN13 : 9782905428127
• Weight : 600 g