Biodynamic Viticulture (French edition): New Ways for Vine Cultivation by Jean-Michel Florin (Ed.)

For several decades, conventional viticulture has been facing major challenges: diseases, loss of biodiversity, and weakening of the vines. Biodynamic Viticulture by Jean-Michel Florin offers a revolutionary approach to understanding and supporting the vine in its natural development.

A respectful approach to the vine

What is the vine really? What does it need to fully flourish? This book offers an in-depth reflection on the deep nature of the vine and on agronomic practices that respect its life cycle.

Strengthening the vine against diseases

The author presents methods to avoid excessive use of chemical treatments and to promote a natural resistance to diseases. He details the contributions of biodynamic preparations, the moon and cosmic cycles, and plant associations that promote ecological balance.

Biodiversity and vineyard resilience

A rich biodiversity is essential for a healthy vineyard. This book offers solutions for reintroducing a biological diversity, making the vine more resistant to environmental stress and pest attacks.

Respectful pruning

A well-thought-out pruning method allows the vine to better circulate its sap, be less vulnerable to diseases, and extend its longevity. This book presents pruning techniques in line with biodynamic principles.

A promising future for viticulture

With testimonials from numerous biodynamic winegrowers, researchers, and experts, this work offers a vision for the future of a more respectful and resilient viticulture. The practices explained here open up new perspectives for those who wish to cultivate the vine differently.

Book Features:

• Author: Jean-Michel Florin

• EAN13: 9782913927575

• ISBN: 978-2-913927-57-5

• Publisher: Ed. du Goetheanum et du MABD

• Publication Date: April 30, 2018

• Collection: Movement of Biodynamic Agriculture

• Number of Pages: 244

• Dimensions: 26 x 21 cm

• Weight: 1150 g

• Language: French

Recommendation Excerpt:

"This book, truly remarkable, comprehensive, and thorough, proves to be indispensable for every winemaker who loves their vines and is concerned with better understanding them, in order to better care for them." - Lalou Bize-Leroy

Ideal for winegrowers, oenologists, and all enthusiasts who wish to deepen their knowledge of biodynamic viticulture and apply nature-respecting methods.

Video presentation of the book by Jean-Michel Florin, co-author and trainer at MABD: