What wines did members of the French court enjoy? Did wine taste the same in Charlemagne’s time? Jean-Noël Goubier, a graduate in oenology, traces the history of the most iconic beverage in French heritage. From Clovis to Napoleon, via Louis XIV, the author recounts the relationship these famous rulers had with wine and its virtues. Drawing on archival sources, he connects the drinking habits of the French monarchy with today’s wines, inviting us to rediscover the taste of the beverages enjoyed by the kings of yesteryear. A delightful blend of wine knowledge and historical anecdotes, Le Vin à la table des rois is a book to be savored without moderation!