The Comtes Liger-Belair, Two Centuries of Service to La Romanée 1815-2015 (Bilingual French/English Edition)

Dive into the heart of the history of the Domaine des Comtes Liger-Belair with this exceptional book, Les Comtes Liger-Belair, deux siècles au service de La Romanée 1815-2015. This book, written by Jean-François Bazin and translated by James K. Finkel, takes you through two centuries of passion and dedication to one of the most prestigious terroirs of Burgundy. This bilingual text (French and English) is an indispensable resource for any wine lover, whether novice or expert.

The book begins with a preface written by Enrico Bernardo, elected Best Sommelier in the World in 2004. He shares with emotion his first encounter with the estate in 2008, an experience that deeply marked him. He passionately describes the richness of the terroir of Vosne-Romanée and the subtle art of Louis-Michel Liger-Belair who enhances every parcel of the estate. Bernardo emphasizes that the true magic of wine lies in the vineyard and not in the cellar, a principle that Louis-Michel perfectly embodies.

Bernardo also mentions his personal experience with the estate's wines, notably when opening a magnum of Vosne-Romanée La Colombière 2007 to celebrate the 7th anniversary of his restaurant Il Vino. This wine embodies, according to him, the indulgence, pleasure, and refinement expected from a great Burgundy wine. He also cites La Romanée 2010, a grand cru of rare elegance, capable of fully revealing itself after 20 years in the cellar.

Jean-François Bazin highlights through his writings the exceptional quality of the estate's wines, which are never marked by a particular style but faithfully reflect the interpretation of each vintage. Louis-Michel Liger-Belair is a perfectionist who deeply respects nature and the influence of each year on his wines. This meticulous and respectful approach is all the more impressive given the low yields of the estate, where each harvest is a major challenge.

This book is not only a tribute to the art of viticulture but also a celebration of the terroirs of Burgundy and pinot noir. It offers an intimate insight into the challenges, passions, and triumphs that have marked the history of the Domaine des Comtes Liger-Belair over the past two centuries.

Technical Information:

• EAN13: 2000091843621
• Publisher: Comtes Liger-Belair
• Publication Date: 06/2015
• Number of Pages: 232
• Dimensions: 28.7 x 24.7 cm
• Weight: 1600 g
• Language: French/English