Well explained for I am seeking a good solid positions against e4.
Good job !
Against Nc3, try 3..Nf6 4.e5 nfd7 5.f4 c5 6. Nf3 Nc6 and try a6-b5-bb7
I mean there are a gazillion tries vs the steinitz so....
And vs 4.Bg5 the most solid choice is Be7 with bb4 being the super sharp contination
My preference is currently the Winawer, but the Classical is arguably a more solid choice. It was just funny to me he omitted all mention of the main line 3.Nc3 and portrayed the Tarrasch as a rare line you can play like the Advance. However, I suppose that's how it is at lower levels. I can't think of a player under 1600 who has played either 3.Nc3 or 3.Nd2 against me, yet these are the main moves at master level. At class level, it seems nearly everyone plays the Exchange or the Advance (which is great for Black players).
Here is a link to the FRENCH Themed Tournament #2
http://www.chess.com/tournament/french-theme-tournament-2
This is the second French Theme tournament after a successful turnout. It will be a recurring tournament for French enthusiasts.
For information and the most awesome videos on how to play the French visit Simon Williams vids:
http://www.chess.com/video/library?keyword=why simon loves the french
BOLD MEANS MAIN LINE
Starting Position: Example #1
So the 4 rules are
Step 1. Only Develop all your queenside pieces, so that the rook and the king is clear
Step 2. Castle on the Queenside
Step 3. Develop your 2 kingside pieces.
Step 4. Play Rfe8
And you have a very comfortable position.
The Tarrasch variation
3. Nd2 is the Tarrasch, but it is highly unlikely they will play this, and you play this like your opponent played the Advance (Read Below)
The Main Line, The French Advance Variation
Here we are, the Main Line.