The Sentiment of Languedoc (French edition): Three Centuries of the History of Winegrowing Regions by Marc Médevielle

An Essential Work on the Viticultural History of Languedoc

"The Sentiment of Languedoc" is a fascinating dive into three centuries of viticultural history of Languedoc and Roussillon. This work by Marc Médevielle, an expert in vine and wine, revisits the evolution of this great wine region, marked by unconventional practices.

A Viticulture Against the Grain

After the opening of the port of Sète and the Canal du Midi around 1680, Languedoc saw the emergence of a different kind of viticulture, which refused the race for yields to prioritize quality and the expression of the terroir. In the shadow of large estates, small, meticulous, and inspired owners took care of their vines with the same attention as the stone walls that surround them.

Men of Art and Science

This book highlights the essential role of these resistant winemakers, as well as other key figures: agronomists, naturalists, doctors, engineers, and philosophers. All contributed to defending and enhancing the richness of the viticultural terroirs of Languedoc-Roussillon.

Meticulous Archival Work

Marc Médevielle unearthed scattered archives, forgotten texts, and invaluable testimonies to deliver this unique narrative. His work offers a new perspective on the history of an authentic southern viticulture, both rich and complex.

An Essential Book for Wine and History Enthusiasts

Whether you are a wine lover, passionate about history, or simply curious to understand the evolution of the terroirs of Languedoc, this book is a must-read. It provides a better understanding of the foundations of a viticulture that today makes this exceptional wine region renowned.

Book Features:

• Title: The Sentiment of Languedoc (French edition): Three Centuries of Viticultural Terroir History

• Author: Marc Médevielle

• Format: Paperback

• EAN13: 9782919208807

• ISBN: 978-2-919208-80-7

• Publisher: Atelier Baie

• Publication Date: October 22, 2024

• Number of Pages: 144

• Dimensions: 24 x 16.5 x 1.3 cm

• Weight: 501 g

• Language: French