Vineyards and People of Wine in Dijon from 1720 to the Present Day (French Edition) By Sylvain Fry

Vines and Wine People in Dijon from 1720 to the Present by Sylvain Fry is much more than a simple historical study: it is a meticulous dive into the universe of the Dijon vineyard, a territory rich in traditions and transformations. Built from a titanic effort on often unpublished archives, this work challenges preconceived ideas and offers a new reading of the role of wine in the city's history.

Since the 18th century, Dijon has always maintained a close relationship with the vine, a symbol of wealth, culture, and local identity. However, rampant urbanization has gradually nibbled away at the vineyard plots, threatening this heritage. Through a thorough analysis of cadastres and censuses, Sylvain Fry manages to map the evolution of the Dijon wine landscape, while highlighting the efforts made to preserve the last witnesses of this past.

This book also portrays the actors of the wine world: winemakers, owners, merchants, and enthusiasts, all involved in the preservation and enhancement of this heritage. Through a dynamic approach, the author traces the daily life of these emblematic figures, their know-how, and their role in the local economy.

Illustrated with rare documents and detailed maps, this work is a valuable tool for historians, wine enthusiasts, and lovers of local heritage. It serves as a reference to understand the deep imprint of the vine on Dijon’s identity and its evolution in the face of contemporary challenges.

Now retired, Sylvain FRY, passionate about the history of wine, is the creator of the "Dat@vin" database, hosted at the MSH of Dijon, which notably includes cadastral and census data from the viticultural sector of more than a hundred communes in Côte-d’Or.

Article Characteristics:

• Title: Vines and Wine People in Dijon from 1720 to the Present
• Author: Sylvain Fry
• Publisher: Presses Universitaires de Dijon
• Collection: Art, Archaeology
• Publication Date: December 4, 2024
• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• Number of Pages: 340
• Dimensions: 27 x 22.1 x 2.3 cm
• Weight: 1158 g
• EAN13: 9782364415362
• ISBN: 978-2-36441-536-2