Author: Antoine Lepetit de la Bigne Publisher: Floris Books ISBN: 1782500243 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 104
Book Description
Are biodynamic wines any better than other wines? Are biodynamic methods, much talked about but little understood, scientific or not? What's the difference between organic and biodynamic? The popularity and availability of biodynamic wine has grown signficantly in the last few years, with more and more vineyards investing in biodynamic production. If you've ever wondered whether biodynamic wine is really worth it, and what all the fuss is about, this book is for you. In 35 clear and pertinent questions, expert biodynamic wine producer Antoine Lepetit explains what's so special about biodynamic wine.
Author: Antoine Lepetit de La Bigne Publisher: ISBN: 9782869853645 Category : Languages : fr Pages : 142
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Alors que le terme biodynamie se fait de plus en plus courant dans le monde du vin, la confusion règne souvent autour de cette pratique qui vise à intensifier les échanges entre la plante et son environnement pour améliorer la qualité de la production. L'auteur fait ici la part des choses entre le vrai et le faux dans un ouvrage très accessible, dans sa forme comme dans son fond. Loin de proposer un manuel pratique de viticulture biodynamique, Antoine Lepetit de la Bigne répond de façon limpide aux questions que sont susceptibles de se poser les amateurs de vin : la biodynamie est-elle scientifique ? Les vins issus de la biodynamie sont-ils meilleurs que les autres ? Qu'est-ce qui fait la différence entre un vin biologique et un vin biodynamique ? Un tour d'horizon à la fois scientifique et passionné de ce système de production respectueux de la nature.
Author: Antoine Lepetit de La Bigne (viticulteur) Publisher: ISBN: 9782869854161 Category : Languages : fr Pages : 0
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La quatrième de couverture indique : "Alors que le monde du vin ne cesse d'entendre parler de la biodynamie, la confusion continue de régner autour de cette pratique connue pour suivre les influences de la lune et des planètes. Pourtant, cette agriculture au plus proche de la nature vise avant tout à intensifier les échanges entre la plante et son environnement pour améliorer la qualité du raisin, et donc du vin. L'auteur, lui-même viticulteur en biodynamie, fait la part des choses entre le vrai et le faux. À travers 35 questions toujours bien choisies, il propose un tour d'horizon à la fois scientifique et passionné de cette méthode de culture qui ravira les amateurs de vin comme les néophytes curieux : Quelle est la différence entre biologique et biodynamique ? La biodynamie est-elle scientifique ? Les vins biodynamiques sont-ils meilleurs que les autres ?"
Author: Keith Grainger Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1405173548 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 155
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The standard of wines made today is arguably higher than any timein the six thousand years of vinous history. The level of knowledgeof producers and the ability to control the processes in wineproduction is also greatly improved. Authors Keith Grainger and Hazel Tattersall detail theseprocesses, from vine to bottle, looking at key factors such asgeography, winemaking techniques, the impact of decisions made uponstyle and quality, and problems that may be encountered. Theauthors are not afraid to discuss practices that may be regarded ascontroversial. Highly regarded consultants to the wine industry, Grainger andTattersall present a clear and accessible handbook: Bullet points Vineyard and winery photographs Diagrams Text boxes Wine Production: Vine to Bottle is a concise and easy-to-usereference guide for all busy food and beverage industryprofessionals, students and others needing a working knowledge ofwine production.
Author: Rudolf Steiner Publisher: Rudolf Steiner Press ISBN: 1855843536 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 186
Book Description
Steiner's original contribution to human knowledge was based on his ability to conduct 'spiritual research', the investigation of metaphysical dimensions of existence. With his scientific and philosophical training, he brought a new systematic discipline to the field, allowing for conscious methods and comprehensive results. A natural seer from childhood, he cultivated his spiritual vision to a high degree, enabling him to speak with authority on previously veiled mysteries of life. The evolving human being; Cosmos as the source of life; Plants and the living earth; Farms and the realms of nature; Bringing the chemical elements to life; Soil and the world of spirit; Supporting and regulating life processes; Spirits of the elements; Nutrition and vitality; Responsibility for the future.
Author: Michael Storper Publisher: Harvard University Press ISBN: 9780674962033 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 392
Book Description
Four basic frameworks, or "possible worlds of production" are explored in this book. These frameworks underpin the mobilization of economic resources, the organization of product systems and forms of profitability. Case studies examine how possible worlds support innovative production complexes.
Author: Harry Astley Publisher: ISBN: 9781849495462 Category : Cooking Languages : en Pages : 272
Book Description
A celebration of a simpler, more natural life, this book reflects Harry Astley and Jane Scotter's passion for fresh ingredients and delicious, home-cooked food, grown and foraged from the land all year round.
Author: Dr Guido Alfani Publisher: Ashgate Publishing, Ltd. ISBN: 1409480402 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 292
Book Description
In medieval Europe baptism did not merely represent a solemn and public recognition of the 'natural' birth of a child, but was regarded as a second, 'spiritual birth', within a social group often different from the child's blood relations: a spiritual family, composed of godfathers and godmothers. By analyzing the changing theological and social nature of spiritual kinship and godparenthood between 1450 and 1650, this book explores how these medieval concepts were developed and utilised by the Catholic Church in an era of reform and challenge. It demonstrates how such ties continued to be of major social importance throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, but were often used in ways not always coherent with their original religious meaning, and which could have unexpected social consequences. In particular, the book analyzes in detail the phase of transition from the traditional model of godparenthood which allowed for multiple godparents, to the new couple model (one godfather and one godmother) imposed by Tridentine law. Drawing upon a large database of archival data taken from parish books of baptisms and marriages, pastoral visitations, diocesan statutes, synods and provincial councils, it is shown how attempts were made to resist or to compromise with the Church, thus providing a better understanding of the often contested meaning given to godparenthood by early modern society. Whilst the Church was ultimately successful in imposing its will, the book concludes that this was to have unexpected results that were to eventually weaken the role of godparents. Rather than persuading parents to choose real 'spiritual tutors' to act as godparents, the choice of godparents became increasingly influenced with social status, so that godparenthood began to resemble a pure clientele system, something it had never been before. Through this long-term exploration of Catholic spiritual kinship, much is revealed, not only about godparenthood, but about the wider social and religious networks. Comparison with Protestant reactions to the same issues provides further insight into the importance of this subject to early modern European society.
Author: Pierre Masson Publisher: ISBN: 9781782500803 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 309
Book Description
For anyone already practicing, or turning to, biodynamic gardening and farming methods, numerous detailed questions arise, such as: How do you make and use the key preparations, such as horn manure and horn silica? How do you develop living, fertile soil? Which treatments are best for controlling weeds, pests and disease? This manual, fully illustrated with explanatory diagrams and photographs, provides the answers. The book covers: all aspects of making and using biodynamic preparations and composts managing the health of plants controlling weeds and pests working with cosmic rhythms combatting common diseases such as mildew working with seeds, pastes and root dips care of fruit trees and vines This second edition also has extensive new chapters on large-scale farming, including livestock and cereal cultivation, and vegetable farming. The whole book has also been completely revised and updated. Although the technical aspects of biodynamic growing are exhaustively covered, the author also considers the human qualities necessary for this kind of agriculture to succeed. This is an invaluable guide for all biodynamic growers to have to hand daily.
Author: Antoine Lepetit de la Bigne
Author: Antoine Lepetit de La Bigne
Author: Antoine Lepetit de La Bigne (viticulteur)
Author: Keith Grainger
Author: Rudolf Steiner
Author: Michael Storper
Author: Harry Astley
Author: Michael S. Northcott
Author: Dr Guido Alfani
Author: Pierre Masson