'Oak, Wine & Spirits: A Tale of Alchemy' Book | Thierry Dussard, Christophe Deschanel

From France to Scotland and the United States, this book, dedicated to His Majesty the Oak Tree, reveals how each barrel, through its origin, grain, toast, and history, contributes with finesse to the balance and complexity of exceptional red and white wines, champagnes, cognacs, bourbons, whiskies, and rums. Writer Thierry Dussard and photographer Christophe Deschanel traveled together to the seven locations featured in the book, uncovering the secrets of this patient and subtle craft. Their combined perspective sheds light on patient and exacting savoir-faire, in the service of excellence. With a preface by French chef Alain Ducasse and an afterword by French sommelier Éric Beaumard, Oak, Wine & Spirits: A Tale of Alchemy is a journey through the forest and what it has taught those who work with it: patience, resilience, and savoir-faire.

• Dimensions: W25 x L33 x D4cm
• Silk hardcover
• 308 pages
• 150+ illustrations