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[COGNAC] RATIER, Manuel du négociant en spiritueux, 1863
RATIER, H.
Manuel du négociant en spiritueux.
Paris, F. Savy, 1863.
8vo (212x133 mm), (4)-182 pages and 7 folding plates. binding : Contemporary quarter sheep, gilt flat spine. Little wormholes on joints. Headcap worn. Tear without loss on a plate.
First edition.
Rare book on the distillation and maturation of Cognac.
"My intention is therefore to demonstrate, as clearly as I can, the manner of distilling wines, to designate those which are most suitable for being burned, and in which regions they are harvested. I then give all the scales necessary to cellar masters, for the reduction and re-increase of degrees." (extract from the preface).
references: Poli Grappa Museum ["Original edition, extremely rare, important book, one of the best books on wine distillation (method of aging cognac) in the department of Charente and Charente lower."].
Price : 800 €
European VAT number: FR87515091171
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