The Revival of Formerly Disappeared French Vineyards (French Edition) by Robert Chapuis

The Revival of Disappeared Ancient French Vineyards by Robert Chapuis is an in-depth analysis of the revival of French vineyards after the devastation caused by phylloxera and other catastrophes that severely affected the wine industry. By 1950, nearly half of the French vineyards had disappeared or were only cultivated by amateurs.

Starting in the fifties, a passionate movement emerged to revitalize these abandoned vineyards. This book explores the efforts made by dedicated winemakers to bring these historic lands back to life. It analyzes the factors of renewal and the economic, social, and technical conditions that allowed some vineyards to rebuild and thrive once more.

Robert Chapuis examines in detail about forty French vineyards that have been resurrected and transformed into large-scale commercial vineyards. Each of these cases is carefully explored, offering a comprehensive view of the techniques and strategies adopted to overcome challenges and face climatic conditions and the wine market.

This work also highlights the individual stories of passionate winemakers who played a key role in this revival. By combining inspiring anecdotes with rigorous analyses, the book shows how the French wine heritage has adapted and modernized to become a crucial player on the global stage again.

With its 300 pages, The Revival of Disappeared Ancient French Vineyards is an essential reference for wine enthusiasts, historians, and wine industry professionals who wish to understand the evolution and challenges of the French vineyard.

Article Features

• Title: The Revival of Disappeared Ancient French Vineyards
• Author: Robert Chapuis
• Format: 155x240mm
• Number of pages: 300
• Language: French
• ISBN: 978-2-343-09729-9
• EAN13: 9782343097299
• Publisher: Editions L'Harmattan
• Publication Date: 08/15/2016