A History of Champagne, with Notes on the Other Sparkling Wines of France
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"A History of Champagne, with Notes on the Other Sparkling Wines of France" by Henry Vizetelly is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the rich history and cultural significance of Champagne and other sparkling wines produced in France. It likely aims to illuminate the evolution of winemaking in the Champagne region, examining both its economic implications and the broader social context surrounding wine consumption. At
the start of the book, the author introduces his meticulous research into the history and practices of Champagne wine production, emphasizing his extensive field visits over the previous decade to vineyards and sparkling wine establishments in the region. He indicates that this volume represents the first comprehensive effort to document the history of any particular wine in such detail, informed by a wealth of firsthand experience and knowledge. The introduction also references previous works and sets the stage for a discussion that blends historical events, economic insights, and cultural anecdotes related to the illustrious Champagne wines that have captivated drinkers throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vizetelly, Henry, 1820-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | A History of Champagne, with Notes on the Other Sparkling Wines of France |
| Credits |
Produced by Ann Jury, Reiner Ruf, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TP: Technology: Chemical technology |
| Subject | Champagne (Wine) -- History |
| Subject | Wine and wine making -- France |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46953 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46953-9 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1128 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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