Architecture vigneronne dans la Côte des Maranges et le Couchois (French edition) by Michel Bouillot

Vineyard Architecture in the Côte des Maranges and Couchois by Michel Bouillot is an essential book for all enthusiasts of viticulture and regional architecture. This work focuses on the study of vine grower's houses located in the historical terroirs of the Côte des Maranges and the Couchois.

Backed by the Mont des 3 Croix, the terroir of the Maranges extends majestically from the plain of Cheilly to Change, ending at the Cosanne. This south-facing slope has always been a place conducive to vine cultivation. As for the vineyard of Couchois, located further south, it was once a viticultural territory of great importance, now in full renaissance with a constant quest for quality.

This book highlights the resilience of the vineyards of Maranges and Couchois which, after difficult periods, are now regaining their former glory. It is noted that these regions, at the end of the Côte de Beaune, have managed to preserve and reinvent their viticultural heritage to offer wines of exceptional quality.

A unique aspect of these terroirs lies in their vine grower's houses. These dwellings, almost all dedicated to viticulture, are constructed between cellar and attic, symbolizing the balance between wine production and daily life. Until the interwar period, many of these houses were still covered with gray stone slabs, reflecting a traditional architecture that has endured through the ages.

The wine presses and barns that accompany these houses also have a rich history, with some buildings being over 500 years old. With their arched lintels, they evoke the era of the last Dukes of Burgundy, adding an important historical dimension to this architectural heritage.

Michel Bouillot invites us to appreciate and share this viticultural heritage, to understand where we come from to better know where we are going. He emphasizes the importance of knowledge transmission and local culture, which are at the heart of this unique Burgundian terroir.

In conclusion, Vineyard Architecture in the Côte des Maranges and Couchois is more than just a book on architecture; it is a celebration of the vine growing culture and a recognition of the work of generations of winegrowers who have shaped these landscapes and buildings with passion and dedication.

Additional Information:

• EAN13: 9782907497091
• ISBN: 978-2-907497-09-1
• Publisher: Foyers ruraux de S.-&-L.
• Publication Date: 1997
• Series: At the Heart of Our Terroirs. 2, Geography Series
• Language: French

Discover this book for a complete immersion in the history and architecture of the Maranges and Couchois vineyards. An essential read for any wine and regional history enthusiast.