On Burgundy: From Maddening to Marvellous in 59 Wine Tales by Susan Keevil (English edition)

On Burgundy: From Maddening to Marvellous in 59 Wine Tales compiled by Susan Keevil, with a foreword by Aubert de Villaine and an introduction by Jasper Morris MW, is a must-have for all wine enthusiasts. This book offers a journey through the flavors and stories of Burgundy, a region as mysterious as it is enchanting.

From the first page, you will be transported by the words of Jasper Morris MW: “This book adds another delicious bite to the Burgundian feast.” And Aubert de Villaine adds: “It should appeal to all wine lovers, especially Burgundy enthusiasts, but also to those who wish to discover this intriguing region. From novice to expert, there is something for everyone. Each page contains a fact, an idea, or an image to savor and ponder.”

Themes Covered

Contrasting emotions: from frustration to euphoria, Burgundy can baffle with its refusal to charm immediately, then dazzle when one tastes its best vintages. This wine is elusive but addictive. Those who know Burgundy often swear by it.

The secrets of the terroir: The authors and experts of this book, whose contributions are varied, explore the two main grape varieties (the Pinot Noir and the Chardonnay), the two slopes (Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune), and the surrounding hills. They answer the questions everyone asks: Why do these wines taste so good? Who produces them in this way?

Fascinating anecdotes:

• Bottled Alive!: How the best wines of Burgundy continue to live and evolve once bottled.
• What is a Bourguignon?: Jasper Morris MW reveals the true character of this far-from-saintly population.
• A Delicate Subject in Burgundy: The truth about historical frauds in Burgundy.
• A Good Burgundy for All?: What are the chances for enthusiasts against wealthy collectors?
• Climate Change: Will Burgundy survive for our children?
• The Saints Protect Us!: The revolutionary winemakers who brought Burgundy out of its medieval torpor.
• Of Montrachet and the Phases of the Moon: How biodynamics has shaped modern Burgundy wines.
• Wine in Words: The most beautiful and evocative descriptions of Burgundy by master scribes.

Notable Contributors

This book gathers the writings and insights of renowned experts such as Allen Meadows, Jasper Morris MW, Douglas Barzelay, Eric Asimov, Jay McInerney, Aubert de Villaine, Gerald Asher, Tim Atkin MW, John Atkinson MW, Raymond Blake, Stephen Brook, Jeannie Choo Lee MW, Elaine Chukan Brown, Clive Coates MW, Randall Grahm, Anthony Hanson MW, Natasha Hughes MW, Daniel Johnnes, William Kelley, Don and Petie Kladstrup, Matt Kramer, Anne Krebiehl MW, Simon Loftus, Kermit Lynch, Jane MacQuitty, Alex Maltman, and Sarah Marsh MW.

Details

• Format: Hardcover
• EAN13: 9781913141530
• ISBN: 978-1-913141-53-0
• Publisher: Academie du Vin Library
• Publication Date: 10/2023
• Dimensions: 25 x 19 cm
• Weight: 901 g
• Pages: 280

Discover a book rich in anecdotes and knowledge, perfect for deepening your passion for Burgundy and its extraordinary wines.