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The Treasures of Champagne

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In The Treasures of Champagne by Tom Bruce-Gardyne, you'll explore the renowned region of Champagne, unveiling its rich history and culture. This book delves into the art and science behind producing the world-famous sparkling wine, highlighting the unique characteristics that make Champagne so exceptional. It's a celebration of the people, places, and traditions that bring this cherished beverage to life.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for the history and culture of champagne, as it offers a fascinating insight into its production, heritage, and the people who craft it. It's perfect for anyone interested in culinary arts or looking to deepen their appreciation of fine wines.

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Written by an author whose knowledge and love of champagne shines through, complemented by beautiful photographs and 20 items of removable facsimile memorabilia for readers to handle.

Written by an author whose knowledge and love of champagne shines through, complemented by beautiful photographs and 20 items of removable facsimile memorabilia for readers to handle.

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For connoisseur and newcomer alike, The Treasures of Champagne celebrates this remarkable liquid by exploring how champagne has become so deeply embedded in the world's consciousness.

Divided into four parts, the first section looks at the process of making champagne and how the subtle blend of grapes produces a notable house style, as well as the vintage years and the special cuvees. This is followed by the history of champagne from the earliest makers to the present day and the global events which affected it.

The third section provides individual entries on all the major champagne marques and some of the lesser known ones too. Each entry contains a brief history and explores the most notable traits of the houses' products and includes tasting notes recommending brands to try.

The final section examines the social and cultural impact of champagne, how it has become a part of certain traditions, links to entertainment in fact and fiction.

The celebration of bubbly proves, once and for all, that the world would be a poorer place without champagne. A Votre Sante!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780978802

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 October 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck

Illustration: 250 clr and b&w photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 298.0mm

Weight: 600g

Pages: 108

About the Author

Tom Bruce-Gardyne has been writing on wine for almost 20 years and has twice won the Louis Roederer 'Drinks Writer of the Year' Award. A regular contributor to magazines such as The Drinks Business and for years a weekly columnist on the Herald newspaper, his books include Scotch Whisky Treasures. And though his tastes in drink are suitably broad, he has always had a weakness for the mood-enhancing bundle of joy that is champagne.

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