Manifeste Château Cheval Blanc: Pour une viticulture (anti)conventionnelle (French edition)

This french edition of Château Cheval Blanc Manifesto: For an (Anti)Conventional Viticulture is a major work for understanding Château Cheval Blanc's commitment to a resolutely agroecological viticulture. At a time when climate change and biodiversity collapse threaten vineyard ecosystems, this manifesto outlines the concrete initiatives implemented by this iconic estate.

This book stands out for its innovative approach based on three fundamental pillars: agroforestry, cover crops, and polyculture. These practices allow Château Cheval Blanc to strengthen the resilience of its vineyards while preserving local biodiversity.

Agroforestry is at the heart of the approach, integrating trees into vineyard parcels to promote positive interactions between different plant species. This method helps combat soil erosion and improve water management, essential in the context of climate change.

Cover crops also play a key role, enriching the soil with organic matter and promoting microbial life, essential for the health of the vines. Finally, polyculture, by diversifying crops within the estate, contributes to a more balanced ecosystem less dependent on chemical inputs.

Three renowned experts contributed to this work, each bringing their expertise to shed light on these sustainable practices:

• Alain Canet, agronomist and agroforestry specialist, presents the ecological benefits of integrating trees into vineyards.
• Konrad Schreiber, farmer and agronomist, discusses the importance of living soils and their regeneration for sustainable viticulture.
• Marc-André Selosse, biologist and professor at the National Museum of Natural History, explains microbial life and its crucial role in soil fertility.

This luxury edition, with its hardback cover, is not only a delight for wine and nature enthusiasts but also a collector's item. It is adorned with black and white drawings that perfectly illustrate the concepts discussed. Additionally, two 12-page color inserts on coated paper highlight the practical application of agroecology at Château Cheval Blanc.

The book also includes three valuable maps for connoisseurs: a soil map, a vineyard map, and an agroecology map of the estate. These maps allow for visualizing the specifics of the terroir and the transformations brought about by agroecological practices.

With its 88 pages rich in information and illustrations, this book is an essential guide for those who wish to understand and be inspired by sustainable viticulture practices.

Technical Information:

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782817709338
• ISBN: 978-2-8177-0933-8
• Publisher: Sud-Ouest
• Publication Date: 06/05/2022
• Number of Pages: 88
• Dimensions: 24 x 14 cm
• Weight: 254 g
• Language: French