- SKU: 9783991910206
- BARCODE: 9783991910206
- VENDOR: BooksCloud
Lalou Bize-Leroy - The Queen of Burgundy - Hardcover
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by Thomas Van Zegveld (Author)
A profound, atmospheric portrait of one of the most influential figures in the history of wine.
Lalou Bize-Leroy - The Queen of Burgundy invites readers into the rarefied world of a woman whose devotion, intuition, and uncompromising standards reshaped the meaning of perfection in Burgundy.
For decades, Lalou Bize-Leroy has remained an icon-admired, debated, mythologized. As co-owner of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti during its rise to global acclaim, and later as the visionary force behind Domaine Leroy and Domaine d'Auvenay, she has forged a reputation that borders on the legendary. Her wines command the highest respect-and the highest prices-in the world, yet her philosophy remains rooted not in luxury, but in listening: to the vines, the soil, the seasons.
Author Thomas van Zegveld presents a literary exploration of Lalou's life, ethos, and legacy. From her early years in Vosne-Romanée to her pioneering embrace of biodynamics, the narrative blends biography, history, and cultural reflection to illuminate the woman behind some of the most extraordinary wines ever made.
Featuring curated photographs and a refined design aesthetic, this book is both a collector's object and a deep reading experience-perfect for wine lovers, Burgundy enthusiasts, and readers drawn to stories of mastery and obsession.
Inside this book you will discover:
- Lalou's formative years in Burgundy and her path to leadership
- Her transformative influence at Domaine Leroy and Domaine d'Auvenay
- The philosophy and discipline that drive her biodynamic approach
- Intimate portraits of Burgundy's grands crus and their unique identities
- Lalou's enduring legacy in the world of fine wine and terroir-driven craftsmanship
Evocative, insightful, and meticulously crafted, Lalou Bize-Leroy - The Queen of Burgundy offers a rare window into the soul of a woman who forever changed the landscape of fine wine.
A must-have for collectors, sommeliers, Burgundy devotees, and anyone who believes that great wine is not simply made-but lived.
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