Grape Varieties and Vineyards of France (French Edition), Volume 2: The French Ampelography by Pierre Galet

Dive into the fascinating world of French viticulture with "Cépages et vignobles de France, Tome 2: L'Ampélographie française" by Pierre Galet. This essential work lists 300 wine and table grape varieties currently cultivated in France, offering a comprehensive view of their origin, characteristics, and use.

Each grape variety is presented with its synonyms in different languages, allowing for an facilitated international identification. This book is an essential tool for ampelographers, viticulturists, oenologists, and all wine and vine enthusiasts.

A unique reference work

Thanks to its scientific and illustrated approach, this work allows for a better understanding of the peculiarities of grape varieties grown in France. For each variety, you will find:

• A complete botanical description sheet
• A precisely drawn pen illustration
• A detailed photograph for optimal identification
• A color plate for major grape varieties, showing different stages of development: budding, leaf faces, and bunch

A detailed guide on classification and identification

In addition to presenting grape varieties, this work explores in detail the methods of classification and identification of grape varieties based on various herbaceous organs, mature or ripe clusters. This meticulous work makes it an essential reference in ampelography.

Book Features

• Title: Grape Varieties and Vineyards of France, Volume 2: French Ampelography
• Author: Pierre Galet
• Publisher: GALET
• Publication Date: November 5, 1999
• Language: French
• Format: 21 x 29 cm, paperback
• Pages: 400 pages
• Weight: 1640 g
• ISBN: 978-2-902771-04-2
• EAN13: 9782902771042

Why Choose This Book?

• A unique encyclopedic work on French grape varieties
• A detailed and scientific approach to ampelography
• Precise illustrations and photographs for better identification
• A reference book for professionals and enthusiasts of viticulture

Whether you are a winemaker, oenologist, viticulture student, or simply a wine lover, this book will provide you with an in-depth understanding of French grape varieties and their classification.