The Loire Valley (French edition): Lands of Chenin by Christian Asselin, Pascal Girault, Jean-Jack Martin

"The Loire Valley: Lands of Chenin", published by Les Caves se rebiffent, is a unique book dedicated to Chenin, this emblematic grape variety of the Loire Valley, where Angers sweetness and Touraine tenderness meet. For the first time, a book delves deeply into the multiple facets of this grape variety, renowned for producing wines of exceptional richness.

An Exploration of Chenin Terroirs

The authors describe the two major geological areas where Chenin fully expresses itself:

• The Armorican Massif, with its metamorphic rocks characteristic of the west of Anjou.
• The Paris Basin, where the sedimentary rocks of Saumurois and Touraine influence the wine diversity.

These unique terroirs help to better understand the behavior of Chenin in the production of dry, sweet, and sparkling wines, each type having an inimitable signature.

A Collective and Multidisciplinary Work

This book brings together academics, researchers, oenologists, winemakers, academicians, and sommeliers, all passionate about Chenin and its varied expressions. Their contributions offer a rich and multidimensional perspective:

• Historical overview of Chenin and its establishment in the Loire Valley.
• Description of AOCs where the grape variety excels.
• Testimonials and technical analyses aimed at professionals and informed enthusiasts.

An Accessible and Captivating Work

With 352 pages adorned with remarkable photographs and illustrations, this book is intended for both experts and newcomers. The focus is on the natural diversity of this northern vineyard, where Chenin harmoniously interacts with local ecosystems, whether in the vineyards or the cellars.

Institutional Support and Heritage Valorization

This project benefited from the support of the Union Nationale des Œnologues de France – Region Val de Loire and the UNESCO Chair "Culture and Traditions of Wine" of the University of Burgundy. An additional tribute to the historical and cultural importance of Chenin in the world wine heritage.

Product Details:

• EAN13: 9782956009412
• ISBN: 978-2-9560094-1-2
• Publisher: Les Caves se rebiffent
• Publication Date: 12/2017
• Number of Pages: 352
• Dimensions: 29 x 23.5 cm
• Weight: 1800 g
• Language: French