Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh: Premier Wines of South West France - Brossura

Perry, David Mark

Brossura

ISBN 10: 149530521X ISBN 13: 9781495305214

Casa editrice: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014

Riassunto

Books on Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh wines are few and far between. Madiran, made from Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Fer Servadou, is a masculine wine. However talented wine makers and modern techniques have tamed the tannic nature and now complex and refined examples are common.Pacherenc can be sweet or dry. Traditionally the wines are gently sweet but the modern trend is for sweeter examples taking precedence. Dry wines can be exotic and rich.The author, a self confessed amateur, sets the history of wine making against an historical context of English influence and the dogged independence of the Gascon population. The wine makers provide stories of determination in the face of adversity and a commitment to excellence that is turning around the fortunes of an appellation that came close to extinction.The book acts as an invitation to those who want to discover the wines and an inspiration to those wishing to seek out a France that is fast disappearing due to globalisation and an accelerating pace of life.Clive Coates MW has provided the Foreword; a world renowned wine writer, Clive is respected for his opinions on wine and although most famous for his books on Burgundy his expertise on French wine in general is undeniable. His insights, advice and comments have been an inspiration to the author.

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L'autore:

David decided that there was a need for an English language book solely about Madiran and Pacherenc wines. The South West is his favourite area; a land of good hearty food, hills and mountains. Over the past few years visits to Gascony with his wife, Karen, have enabled him to build a knowledge base, get to know the wines and vineyards, and discover stories about the wine makers and the region. He hopes to whet your appetite for the wine and encourage you to visit this beautiful part of the world. This is his début book, written in his spare time. As an amateur he conveys an enthusiasm for his subject and hopes to share that with readers, particularly those unfamiliar with Madiran and Pacherenc. David lives in Lacour, Tarn et Garonne.

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• Editore: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Data di pubblicazione: 2014
• ISBN 10: 149530521X
• ISBN 13: 9781495305214
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 108