Great, Grand and Famous Champagne – save 15%
2011 Gourmand Wine Book Award winner
Great, grand and famous Champagnes... behind the bubbles by Fritz Gubler
Delve behind the bubbles in this lavishly designed book which has been awarded Australian Winner in the French Wine category of the 2011 Gourmand Books Awards.
Great, Grand and Famous Champagnes: Behind the Bubbles by Fritz Gubler and Jayne Powell takes you on a journey through the history of the wine we now couldn't celebrate without. It's considered the epitome of style and sophistication but is also ever present at every momentous moment in our lives, whatever our background.
The book covers the fascinating history of some of the great producers and portrays Champagne's infusion into our culture through the visual arts, film, television and more through a selection of full colour photographs, including vintage posters and bottle labels, that illustrate the ideals of luxury and style.
Discover how Champagne is created, the grapes used and the methode champenoise, along with the experts' tips on how to best serve our favourite celebratory friend.
You'll also find out Champagne's amazing accidental discovery, more about the women behind some of the great Champagne Houses and just how many bubbles each glass is estimated to hold. Plus much more of course!
It's a must for every Champagne lover's library and for anyone generally interested in wine history and culture.
Great, Grand and Famous Champagnes: Behind the Bubbles by Fritz Gubler and Jayne Powell is published by Arbon Publishing. RRP A$79.99. Buy direct from the publisher for A$71.19.
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