Collection(s) : Styles and design
Paru le 18/10/2012 | Relié sous jaquette 276 pages
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text by Alain Stella | photography by Francis Hammond | translation from the french by Deke Dusinberre, Carmella Abramowitz Moreau
" This book offers a personal insight into French culture, taking readers into the special world of wine châteaux where the history of refined, gastronomie French winemaking is still being written in the present. "
Christophe Navarre, President and CEO, Moët Hennessy
Moët &Chandon, Mercier, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, Krug, Ruinant, Hennessy, Château Cheval Blanc, Château d'Yquem : across the world these rames are synonymous with prestige, savoir-faire passed clown from generation to generation, and the inimitable genius of French wine production.
These illustrious producers, who together comprise the LVMH and Moët Hennessy groups, have rot only succeeded in making the best cognac, champagne, Sauternes; or Saint-Émilion, but have dedicated themselves since they were founded to cultivating an environment in which these exceptional French products car be fully appreciated.
To this end, these legendary institutions have acquired or constructed magnificent estates near their vineyards, in order to entertain in style. Visitors are often treated to a meal-expertly prepared by the château's chef-comprising dishes that subtly complement and ultimately intensify the experience of tasting the sought-after libations. Stunning countryside surroundings and parks, beautiful architecture and interior design crafted by eminent designers and architects, traditional decor often coupled with contemporary art, and a welcoming atmosphere all play an essential role in entertaining guests.
This volume is a unique invitation to discover the magic of these handsome residences, and the institutions behind them. Each château provides tasting notes from its cellar master as well as a recipe from a specialist chef that features or perfectly complements the moiré or spirit, to accompany the reader's visit of these distinguished and celebrated vineyards.
Alain Stella is a writer and avid traveler. He is the author of Mariage Frères French Tea : Three Centuries of Savoir-Faire (2003), Distinctive Vintages: Fine French Wines and spirits (2007) and Historic Houses of Paris: Residences of the Ambassadors (2010), all published by Flammarion.
Daniel Rondeau is a writer, journalist, and publisher, and is notably the author of several novels and travel diaries. He is also French ambassador to UNESCO.
Francis Hammond is a renowned lifestyle photographer. His work has appeared in many international magazines, such as Elle and Martha Stewart Living. He has contributed to numerous Flammarion books including Historic Houses of Paris :
Residences of the Ambassadors (2010), and Versailles : A Private Invitation (2011).
