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Discover how the Church shaped the great European vineyards. Jean-Baptiste Noé explores the role of bishops and monks in the development of terroirs and great wines, in a clear and engaging book. A must-read for all wine enthusiasts.
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Saint-Emilion, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Saint Amour, Vigne de l’Enfant Jésus, Saint Joseph: these renowned vineyards testify to the influential presence of the Church in viticultural development. Why do France and Europe possess such prestigious vineyards? Jean-Baptiste Noé reminds us of the fundamental role of bishops and monks in creating terroirs and great wines. Through lively and precise writing, this book resurrects a reality often forgotten, that of the Roman viticultural heritage and the construction of the wines we love today. An enlightening and surprising work, written with style and passion, intended for all wine enthusiasts.
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After earning a Ph.D. in history from the Sorbonne, Jean-Baptiste Noé specialized in cultural anthropology. His research focuses on food and the history of wine. His work "Histoire du Vin et de l’Église" is already considered a classic.
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Discover how the Church shaped the great European vineyards. Jean-Baptiste Noé explores the role of bishops and monks in the development of terroirs and great wines, in a clear and engaging book. A must-read for all wine enthusiasts.