History of Vine and Wine in the World 19th & 20th Century (French Edition) by Michel Vidal

The book History of Vine and Wine in the World of Michel Vidal, published by the editions Féret, offers a rich and documented perspective on two crucial centuries in theEvolution of global viticulture.

During a large part of the 19th century, the viticultural successes confirm the separation initiated in the previous century between prestigious fine wines and everyday wines. wine industry. Wine regions specialize, quality becomes a criterion of differentiation, and commercial opportunities expand internationally. This period, marked by a certain optimism, gives rise to significant economic dynamics around the wine.

But from the end of the 19th century, this progression is hindered by a series of major crises. The most devastating remains the Phylloxera, a parasitic insect that devastates European vineyards. To this are added fraudulent practices, both on the part of producers that some traders, harming consumer confidence. Economic fluctuations, wars, and political upheavals exacerbate the difficulties of the sector.

Despite these trials, the 20th century becomes the scene of struggles for the protection of wine quality. This is when the first ones are born controlled designation of origin (AOC), regulatory policies, and a new professional awareness within the wine industry. The vine is gradually integrating into a globalized agricultural economy while preserving its dimensions Cultural, , Heritage and Sensory.

With rigor and clarity, Michel Vidal manages to make this essay both an accessible and scholarly synthesis. He traces the major Viticultural transformations, the developments of oenological practices, the economic issues and social movements related to the vine cultivation.

This book is intended for both wine professionals, to the Oenology students, than to enlightened amateurs eager to understand the foundations of our viticultural civilization Contemporary.

📌 Article features

• Title: History of Vine and Wine in the World

• Author: Michel Vidal

• Editor: Féret

• Format: Connected

• EAN13: 9782902416745

• ISBN: 978-2-902416-74-5

• Publication date: January 1, 2001

• Number of pages: 176

• Dimensions: 9.3 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches

• Weight: 300 g

• Language: French