The Côte Chalonnaise (bilingual French/English edition): Atlas & History of the Names of Climats & Places

The book The Côte Chalonnaise (bilingual French/English edition), created by Marie-Hélène Landrieu-Lussigny and Sylvain Pitiot, is an atlas and an in-depth analysis of the vineyard of the Côte Chalonnaise, an exceptional terroir located in Burgundy. Extending over 35 kilometers long and 7 kilometers wide, from Chagny to Sercy, this vineyard offers a diversity of white wines and red wines recognized worldwide.

The book focuses on the five major appellations of the Côte Chalonnaise: Bouzeron, Rully, Mercurey, Givry, and Montagny. Each appellation is presented through detailed maps featuring the names of the communes, the Climats benefiting from the Premier Cru appellation, as well as the lieux-dits included in the Village appellation.

The Climats refer to precisely demarcated vineyard plots recognized since the Middle Ages for their geological and climatic uniqueness. This term, specific to Burgundy, embodies the essence of the terroir. Each Climat and lieu-dit is cataloged in detailed tables, listing the plots, their surface area, and the color of the wine produced.

The reader will also discover the origin and meaning of the 561 names of Climats and lieux-dits, thus enriching their understanding of the wine region. Each name carries a fascinating history, evoking a geological, topographical, or historical particularity.

The book is unique in its bilingual French/English format, offering an in-depth analysis of all names, even the most complex ones. The authors, recognized experts in their respective fields, share their knowledge with precision and passion. Marie-Hélène Landrieu-Lussigny, an agrégée in Classical Literature, and Sylvain Pitiot, a topographical engineer and vineyard professional, bring an unparalleled wealth of knowledge.

The involvement of Jacky Rigaux, a specialist in geo-sensory tasting, adds an additional dimension to the book, linking wine tasting to the understanding of the terroir.

The photographs by Armelle Hudelot enhance the book, highlighting the beauty of the Climats of Burgundy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This book is a reference for any Burgundy wine enthusiast, curious to better understand the subtleties of this exceptional terroir.

Product Features:

• Title: The Côte Chalonnaise: Atlas & History of the Names of Climats & Places
• Authors: Marie-Hélène Landrieu-Lussigny, Sylvain Pitiot
• Publisher: Éditions du Meurger
• Language: Bilingual French/English
• Number of pages: 264
• Dimensions: 23 x 28 x 3 cm
• Publication date: 01/01/2019
• EAN13: 9782916231518