Vignerons de Bourgogne (French edition) by Jean-François Bazin | Éditions Sutton

Vignerons de Bourgogne (French edition) by Jean-François Bazin is a captivating book that immerses the reader in the radical transformation of the Burgundy vineyard between 1880 and 1930. This pivotal period, marked by the phylloxera crisis and the ravages of downy mildew, forced winemakers to completely rethink their approach to viticulture.

In the face of these challenges, techniques such as grafting and trellising emerged as essential solutions to save the vines. At the same time, new cultivation methods and advances in oenology helped redefine the wine production of the region.

But this agricultural revolution did not occur without difficulties. The First World War left deep scars, exacerbated by rural exodus and poor wine sales. A wine-making civilization seemed to be dying out, giving way to a new era whose contours were still uncertain.

Yet, a century later, Burgundy wine is recognized as one of the best in the world. This spectacular renaissance is at the heart of Jean-François Bazin's analysis, an author intimately connected to this land. As a former president of the Regional Council of Burgundy and a resident of Gevrey-Chambertin, Bazin offers a unique perspective deeply rooted in the terroir.

Through this book, the author invites us to explore the towns and villages of the Yonne, the Côte-d'Or, and the Saône-et-Loire, offering archival images that capture the soul of the vineyard of yesteryear. His warm and erudite writing tells us about the changes that have shaped this region while opening a window to the new times of today’s winemakers.

The historical documents he uses are drawn from multiple sources, each commented on with the precision of a passionate historian, but also with the deep love of a native son.

This book is a true ode to Burgundy and its winemakers, a tribute to their resilience in the face of adversity, and a celebration of their contribution to elevating Burgundy wine to the status of a global icon.

Additional information:

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782849108956
• ISBN: 978-2-84910-895-6
• Publisher: Éditions Sutton
• Publication date: 13/11/2008
• Series: MEM EN IMAGES
• Number of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 24 x 16 x 0.7 cm
• Weight: 400 g
• Language: French

This book is ideal for wine history enthusiasts, Burgundy aficionados, and anyone who wishes to understand the historical and cultural forces that have shaped one of the world's greatest wine-growing regions. An essential resource for any library dedicated to viticulture and oenology.