Wine and War: The French, the Nazis, and the Battle for France's Greatest Treasure

A Thrilling Tale of Espionage, Resistance, and the Preservation of a National Treasure

In the midst of World War II, as Nazi Germany occupied France, a secret battle was being waged for the preservation of one of France's most precious treasures: its wine. In this gripping and meticulously researched book, award-winning author Don Kladstrup tells the extraordinary story of how a group of courageous French winemakers, vintners, and ordinary citizens risked their lives to protect their beloved vineyards and wineries from the clutches of the Nazis.

A Cast of Unlikely Heroes

At the heart of this tale are a cast of unlikely heroes, including:

• Alexis Lichine, a charismatic Russian émigré and wine expert who became a spy for the French Resistance
• Robert Drouhin, a young winemaker who led a network of Resistance fighters in Burgundy
• Odette Pol Roger, a fearless woman who ran a champagne house in Épernay and used her connections to smuggle weapons and supplies to the Resistance
• Edouard Michelin, the head of the Michelin tire company, who used his factories to produce weapons for the Resistance

A Battle for Survival

As the Nazis tightened their grip on France, the battle for its wine intensified. The Germans looted vineyards, destroyed wineries, and even used wine as fuel for their tanks. But the French were determined to resist. They hid their wine in secret cellars, disguised it as other liquids, and even transported it through the sewers of Paris.

A Triumph of the Human Spirit

In the end, the French wine industry survived the war, thanks to the courage and ingenuity of its people. Wine and War is a testament to the power of the human spirit and a reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage, even in the darkest of times.

Why You Should Read This Book

Wine and War is a must-read for anyone interested in history, wine, or the indomitable spirit of the human race. It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and the triumph of good over evil. You will be captivated by the characters, moved by their stories, and inspired by their resilience.

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