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The Soul of the Vines explores the Burgundy vineyard through the eyes of Claude Chapuis. This book reveals the soul of the viticultural Burgundy, an exceptional land shaped by passionate men and women. Discover the rich Burgundian heritage, the harvest traditions, and the influence of famous artists and writers. A captivating work for wine enthusiasts and the curious, which immerses you in the heart of a fascinating region.
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The Soul of the Vines by Claude Chapuis is a deep immersion into the Burgundian vineyard, a wine region that has conquered the world with the exceptional quality of its wines and the authenticity of its traditions. This book, published by Guéniot, offers a unique perspective on the viticultural Burgundy, a land rich in history and heritage.
Chapuis takes us through paths he knows well, revealing a vineyard with many facets. The men and women who have worked to maintain the vine's legacy are at the heart of this book. Whether humble or powerful, rich or poor, learned or simple workers, all have contributed to making Burgundy a world-renowned wine region.
The author also introduces us to the traditions of harvesting, the vine products other than the celebrated Pinot and Chardonnay, the local flora and fauna, as well as the efforts to combat wine counterfeiting. The region's reluctance towards advertising is another fascinating aspect covered in this book.
The Soul of the Vines is not just a book about wine, it is also a literary and artistic evocation of Burgundy. The region is explored through the eyes of famous visitors like Thomas Jefferson, through the writings of authors such as Colette or Jean-François Bazin, and in the works of artists like Maurice Emmanuel or Henri Bouchard.
This book, rich in amusing details and unusual anecdotes, is aimed at both connoisseurs and novices. It reveals the soul of a region that, while opening up to the world, has managed to preserve its authenticity and traditions.
With 316 pages, this paperback book by Claude Chapuis is a true treasure for anyone wishing to learn more about viticultural Burgundy. The Soul of the Vines is an ode to the land, the wine, and the people who have made this region a global icon.
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