Georges Duboeuf: Beaujolais, Sharing the Passion (French edition) by Georges Duboeuf & Jean Orizet

Beaujolais, la passion en partage is more than just a book about wine; it is a celebration of the life and career of Georges Duboeuf, a key figure in the wine world. Born into a family of winemakers in Mâconnais since the 17th century, Georges Duboeuf made history by creating his company "Les vins Georges Duboeuf" in 1964. Today, his name is synonymous with Beaujolais Nouveau, the festive wine launched with great fanfare each year on the third Thursday of November. But his impact goes far beyond this: he is also an ambassador of the great crus of Beaujolais and Mâconnais.

In this vibrant story, written in collaboration with Jean Orizet, son of Louis Orizet, a famous collaborator of Duboeuf, Georges Duboeuf immerses us in his extraordinary adventure. Nicknamed "the King of Beaujolais" by the legendary chef Paul Bocuse, Duboeuf is a man who has combined his exceptional tasting talent with a flair for marketing and communication. He has forged connections with the greatest names in French gastronomy like Michel Troisgros, Georges Blanc, and Guy Savoy, as well as figures from showbiz and the media, such as Patrick Bruel, Lambert Wilson, and his lifelong friend, Bernard Pivot.

This book revisits five decades of a unique human and commercial adventure, where the passion for Beaujolais intertwined with the love of France. Through its pages, you will discover how Georges Duboeuf managed to give a modern and dynamic image to wine while remaining deeply rooted in French winemaking traditions. This story is not only a tribute to the man but also to an entire region and a craftsmanship that continues to captivate wine enthusiasts around the world.

Beaujolais, la passion en partage is a must-read for anyone wishing to understand the mechanics of the Beaujolais Nouveau's success and discover the behind-the-scenes of one of the most iconic brands of French wine. Let yourself be carried away by this fascinating story, enriched with personal memories and unpublished anecdotes, which shows how wine can be a true human adventure.

Product Details:

• Title: Beaujolais, la passion en partage
• Author: Georges Duboeuf (in collaboration with Jean Orizet)
• Publisher: Le Cherche Midi
• Collection: Documents
• Publication Date: 01/28/2016
• Format: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 194
• Dimensions: 24.1 x 20.3 x 1.9 cm
• Weight: 733 g
• Language: French
• EAN13: 9782749148144
• ISBN: 978-2-7491-4814-4