Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47
Welcome back to Navel Gazing at Camp David.
This week we are heading to that iconic French multihull town of La Rochelle and the home of this week's guest yacht…
The Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47!
The Chateau de Sancerre winery is located in the Loire Valley of France and has a rich history that dates back to the 10th century. Originally built as a medieval fortress, the chateau was later converted into a winery by the monks of Saint-Satur in the 12th century. The vines planted by the monks were among the first in the region, which has since become famous for its crisp and mineral-driven Sauvignon Blancs.
Over the centuries, the Chateau de Sancerre winery changed hands many times, passing through the ownership of various noble families and eventually being sold to private investors in the 19th century. In the 1930s, the vineyards were almost entirely destroyed by phylloxera, a pest that had a devastating effect on European vineyards. However, the chateau's winemakers were determined to rebuild and replant, and they succeeded in restoring the vineyards to their former glory.
Today, the Chateau de Sancerre continues to produce world-class wines that are known for their vibrant acidity, crisp minerality, and elegant fruit flavors. The winery is committed to sustainable farming practices and uses modern techniques to ensure the highest quality grapes. With a history spanning over a thousand years, the Chateau de Sancerre winery remains one of the most iconic and respected wineries in France.
Innovation Corner
• Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47 web page: www.catamarans-fountaine-pajo...
• Sharrow toroidal props: www.sharrowmarine.com/store/m...
The Sharrow toroidal propeller has been gaining popularity in the boating community due to its promised efficiency and improved performance. This propeller design is unique compared to the traditional straight-bladed propellers as it is shaped like a donut or a toroidal ring. This shape creates a "vortex ring" that increases the propulsion efficiency and reduces fuel consumption.
According to Sharrow Engineering, the inventors of this propeller design, the Sharrow toroidal propeller can provide up to 9% fuel savings and a 12% increase in speed compared to straight-bladed propellers. These statistics were backed up by a water tank test conducted by the University of Michigan in 2015, where a Sharrow propeller showed 9.5% more propulsion efficiency than a traditional propeller.
In addition, the Sharrow toroidal propeller has been tested in real-world situations, and results have been positive. In a field test conducted by the National Research Council of Canada in 2019, a Sharrow propeller was tested on a commercial fishing vessel. The test showed a 26.3% reduction in fuel consumption and a 24.2% increase in speed compared to the vessel's original propeller.
Art of The Region
For our art of the region pairing today we are enjoying Eugène Boudin's painting, Bateaux de pêche à Douarnenez (1886)
Eugène Boudin was a French painter remembered for his beach scenes and landscapes. Born in Honfleur, France in 1824, he spent most of his life in and around the coastal areas of his hometown. His paintings typically depicted the idyllic scenes of the beaches and the lives of fishermen in the area. Boudin's work marked the beginning of the Impressionist movement, and he is considered a precursor to this school of art. He received recognition and accolades in his lifetime, including several medals from the Salon, and his paintings are exhibited in prominent galleries and museums around the world.
Eugène's painting, Bateaux de pêche à Douarnenez (1886), captures the essence of one of the most picturesque fishing ports in Brittany. The painting depicts a bustling harbor, filled with fishing boats and small vessels, which appear to be returning from a long day at sea, bringing in their catch.
According to recent auction records, this piece has been sold for over $1 million.
The painting is characterized by Boudin's typical impressionistic style, which is evident in the light and brushstrokes he uses. The azure waters that surround the boats are painted in different shades, creating an interplay of light, color, and texture. The sky overhead is a bright blue, with white wispy clouds that add to the overall effect of lightness.
Sail away Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47 ~ $ 1,267,346 USD
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