# Oak, Wine & Spirits: A Tale of Alchemy

- **Brand:** Assouline
- **Price:** $120.00
- **Catalog:** assouline
- **Retailer:** assouline
- **Product URL:** https://go.cosimo.shop/r/gAAAAABq88FzwQP28O-Jdj6xjRXwnWfQmivG37iiU9WnEs1L0AEh7e-j-cjxmf8eh8Ky0XwhW1ET_CKJci6dkiXg-ew_gx_fe56V6qVSn-5zLGjJQMvPvy2i4cvuVvfGjWKQODMTomP16wyyN-E3YzxvhHe-USM73yeOgOUmfieydsYUuc7RDxybZIiVhvWxvCQg4gPxeYgEBDmEk2ESXCzXscPBVC1OOBiwid__wTqrfiOGxxoKiLI1X01H00MP8beA6e-YjMs9NzjmloakOtbKKM1NzQyiIVUbVgIMn26JRZeGNh8twgNaFH1VJmEVggzZzoYXBYtLDQkKPZYf3uBK1NZSd_VVK5zMFe7H3CW2SImqtTtkJ42fWWnqHGRLPuVhe6WQD6MNoiA2zvCJ_hPYNGj0EFTVSi_urmSEJQf5PPIsNGIgmnIkw5gyp-MySu0QX4WB6Y9iRGdvLxc8PpgZeXHjS2S7oA==
- **GTIN:** 882664020606
- **Availability:** In stock

## Summary

Luxury silk hardcover coffee table book titled 'Oak, Wine & Spirits: A Tale of Alchemy', featuring a classical painting on the cover.

## Description

Clothes do not make the man, but when it comes to wine and spirits, the cask is key. For centuries, the French company Charlois has worked in close connection with forests and oak, its expertise now extending far beyond its origins. Rooted in the Bertranges Forest, in the heart of France, Charlois crafts barrels and casks designed to accompany and reveal the finest wines and spirits. Far more than a simple container, the oak cask is a true instrument of maturation: It structures tannins, refines texture, and enhances aging potential, while encouraging a slower, more harmonious, and more stable aromatic evolution. When wine is aged in oak, the wood enables gentle micro-oxygenation which stabilizes color and integrates tannins, bringing depth and balance to the final expression. Restoring and extending the life of a barrel may require replacing only a few staves, but creates a perfect balance between the power of old oak and the energy of younger wood. Re-charring a barrel reactivates the oak’s aromatic compounds, a crucial step in crafting the finest spirits. 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.

## Appearance

- **Materials:** Silk Hardcover

## Variants

- **In stock:** 1 of 1

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## Categories

- **Categories:** Books

## Additional Attributes

- **isbn:** 9781649805003
- **tags:** classic non travel, endear:food-drink
- **author:** Thierry Dussard, Photography by Christophe Deschanel, a Project initiated by Sylvain Charlois
- **vendor:** ASSOULINE
- **weight:** 6.39 lb
- **language:** English
- **dimensions:** W 10 x L 13 x D 1.5 in
- **page count:** 308 pages
- **released on:** June 2026
- **photographer:** Christophe Deschanel
- **product type:** Books
- **dust regularly:** Use a soft, dry cloth or feather duster to gently remove dust from the cover and page edges.
- **shopify handle:** oak-wine-and-spirits-tale-of-alchemy
- **cover materials:** Silk Hardcover
- **avoid direct sunlight:** Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause fading or discoloration of the cover and pages, or melt or warp the binding, compromising the book's integrity.
- **number of illustrations:** Over 150
- **use caution when opening:** Do not force the spine flat, especially on new books, as this may damage the binding.
- **handle with clean dry hands:** Always use clean, dry hands when handling your book to avoid transferring oils, dirt, or liquids onto the pages and cover.
- **keep away from sharp objects:** Sharp objects can damage the cover and pages.
- **keep away from liquids and food:** Avoid placing books near food or beverages to prevent spills and stains.
- **keep away from children and pets:** Large books are heavy and unwieldy and may cause injury.
- **store in a cool dry place on a low secure shelf:** Humidity and moisture can damage the paper and melt or warp the binding. Store books upright and closed on a flat surface, away from heat sources. Heavy books placed precariously on high shelves or surfaces may cause injury. Do not use as a storage surface.

## Enrichment

- **Type:** coffee table book
- **Type Synonyms:** hardcover book, art book
- **Tags:** silk hardcover, illustrated, large format
- **Styles:** luxury, academic
- **Category Path:** Media > Books > Print Books
- **Book cover type:** Hardcover
- **Genre:** Arts, Food & cooking
- **Language version:** ENG- English
- **Target audience:** Adults
- **Canonical Brand:** Assouline

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