This Day in Wine History is a website for history and wine lovers alike. If you enjoy pairing world-class wine with award-winning documentaries, then this site is for you! Our articles are broken into DAYS (this day in wine history for all 365 days!), ARTICLES and IN-DEPTH, which focuses on deeper research, academic citations, and longer essays for the true history lover. Enjoy the latest articles from our talented writers from all over the world.
The Mondavi Winemaking Family
The Mondavi Winemaking Family The well-known Italian Mondavi family is not new to winemaking — from Cesar Mondavi to the late Robert and Peter Mondavi, […]
The Origins of “Drink to one’s Health”
The Origins of "Drink to one's Health" The phrase "drink to one's health" is so frequently used in modern-day conversation that it seems to be […]
The Use of Concrete Eggs in Wine Aging
The Use of Concrete Eggs in Wine Aging Concrete tanks have been used in winemaking since the early 1900s. Many enormous tanks used for fermenting […]
The History of Riddling Methods
The History of Riddling Methods The Art of Riddling Despite its amusing name, riddling is a time-consuming and intricate task in the production of sparkling […]
History of the Riedel Glass Company
History of the Riedel Glass Company The Riedel glass company was founded in 1756 and has been producing glass for almost 260 years and eleven […]
Catholicism’s Enduring Influence on the Wine Sector
Catholicism's Enduring Influence on the Wine Sector Most religions around the world forbid the consumption of alcoholic drinks at various levels. However, this is not […]
The Dark Story behind Italy’s Elite Wines
The Dark Story behind Italy's Elite Wines Due to its world-class viticulture and historic winemaking tradition, Italy is considered a renowned country in the international […]
A Tale of Winemaking Success of Robert Mondavi
A Tale of Winemaking Success of Robert Mondavi The Mondavi family has been involved in the winemaking business since the 1920s. A prominent member of […]
Major Milestones during the Wine Prohibition Period
Major Milestones during the Wine Prohibition Period January 3, 1920: On this day, the Federal state recognized the medical values of Wine, and the United […]
Lynn Penner-Ash
Lynn Penner-Ash Often described as a "master blender" and "female wine pioneer" from the Willamette Valley, Lynn Penner-Ash and her husband blessed Oregon and the […]
The Science, Art, and History of Wine Bottle-Making
The Science, Art, and History of Wine Bottle-Making The origins of the wine bottle can be traced back to 6,000 BC with Kvevri or Qvevri […]
The Discovery of Sparkling Wine
The Discovery of Sparkling Wine Sparkling wine, commonly known as Champagne, was discovered by chance! It all started when Champagne wine growers attempted to compete […]
All You Need to Know About the Spanish Inquisition
All You Need to Know About the Spanish Inquisition The Spanish Inquisition, formally initiated on 1st November 1478 by the government of Spain, was a […]
The Evolution of Wine in Christian vs. Islamic Theology
The Evolution of Wine in Christian vs. Islamic Theology Alcohol and religion have been linked for thousands of years. As we have seen, the oldest […]
Role of Pictorial Art and Written Sources in Wine Civilization
Role of Pictorial Art and Written Sources in Wine Civilization A plethora of visual art and written literature has been discovered from the relics of […]
How Precision Viticulture Promotes Eco-Friendly Practices in Vineyards
How Precision Viticulture Promotes Eco-Friendly Practices in Vineyards The trends in wine growing continue to evolve over time. Ever asked yourself what this is supposed […]
The Heart of Alsace, France, and the Wine Industry
The Heart of Alsace, France, and the Wine Industry In the Alsace area, the practice of growing grapes and creating wine dates back to Roman […]
Wine Policy and Trade in Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet Union
Wine Policy and Trade in Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet Union Political and social reforms across Central Europe, Eastern Europe, and the former Soviet […]
Why Are Women More Vulnerable to the Effects of Wine than Men?
Why Are Women More Vulnerable to the Effects of Wine than Men? Wine is known as a surrogate of alcohol, especially beer and spirits. It […]
The History of Zweigelt Wine
The History of Zweigelt Wine Zweigelt wine has risen to prominence as more and more people enjoy its unique taste. The wine has a fascinating […]
Wine Production in Antiquity in Israel
Wine Production in Antiquity in Israel From several excellent monographs produced by eminent archaeologists, it is possible to learn a lot about the history of […]
Wine and Queens through History
Wine and Queens through History Marie-Antoinette (1755–1780) Marie Antoinette; the bosom-shaped champagne glass Marie-Antoinette was a member of the royal dynasty of Austria […]
The World’s Southernmost and Northernmost Wines
The World's Southernmost and Northernmost Wines The world's southernmost and northernmost vineyards are awe-inspiring. The innate and remarkable ability of wine grapes to grow in […]
A Wine Lover’s Guide to Understanding History
A Wine Lover's Guide to Understanding History Wine is a fascinating subject to study. From the grapes themselves to the barrels of aging wine in […]
The African Wineries: North African Historical Connection to Wine
The African Wineries: North African Historical Connection to Wine North America, Europe, and Australia are known as being the leading regions of wine production and […]
