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A History of Wine Shipping in the United States: From Barges to Plastic Bladders
Black and white image of historic ships on water. | Photo by The Cleveland Museum of Art History of Wine Shipping in the […]
The Tradescants and Grape Cultivation in Stuart England
One Paragraph Overview In the 1620s a most peculiar building was developed at Lambeth near the city of London. Termed ‘the Ark’ in imitation of […]
The Origins of California Wine: Junipero Serra, the Apostle of California
Introduction – Californian Wine Today California is one of the world’s most acclaimed wine production regions. It makes up roughly 90% of the wine industry […]
Fray Junípero Serra
Miquel Josep Serra I Ferrer (Catalan) which translates into Miguel José Serra Ferrer in Castilian, was born in Petra (a village on Mallorca Island) off […]
Independence was declared on the 4th of July with a toast of Madeira wine
What wine did they toast with on July 4th? On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress declared independence from Great Britain with a toast of […]
Chianti
Chianti Chianti is one of Italy's most famous wines and is loved by wine authorities worldwide. This notable wine originates from Tuscan, which runs down […]
French Wine FAQs
French Wine FAQs 1. When did France begin wine production? The archaeological evidence suggests that Greek settlers introduced wines during the 6th century BC to […]
Did Thomas Jefferson predict the 1855 classified First Growth Bordeaux line up?
As one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, Thomas Jefferson left an indelible mark on history through his political leadership and contribution to […]
A History of Minimum Legal Drinking Age Limits
A History of Minimum Legal Drinking Age Limits Introduction We are all familiar with the concept of minimum legal drinking age (MLDA) limits. In most […]
Wine, Vatican City, and the Papacy: A History
Wine, Vatican City, and the Papacy: A History Introduction The Vatican City, known officially as the Vatican City State, is the independent city-state enclaved within […]
Wine and the Tudors
Wine and the Tudors The Tudor dynasty ruled England and Wales from 1485 to 1603. This period saw significant changes in English culture and society, […]
The Role of Wine in the American Revolution
The Role of Wine In the American Revolution The American Revolutionary War for independence from British rule was a pivotal period for the colonies that […]
The Role of Wine In the French Revolution
The Role of Wine In the French Revolution The French Revolution was a pivotal period in French and European history that began in 1789 with […]
Famous Winemakers: Alberto Antonini
Famous Winemakers: Alberto Antonini Alberto Antonini is an Italian winemaker, consultant, and educator. He was born in Florence, Italy in 1959, and graduated with a […]
The History of Wine and Existentialism
The History of Wine and Existentialism Wine and existential philosophy have walked hand in hand through the ages, often inspired by the same cultural zeitgeists […]
The Sublime Language of Wine and Poetry
The Sublime Language of Wine and Poetry Wine and poetry share a natural harmony. The vivid imagery wine evokes pairs beautifully with the lyrical essence […]
Wine and St. Thomas Aquinas
Wine and St. Thomas Aquinas St. Thomas Aquinas, also known as the Angelic Doctor, was a philosopher, theologian, and one of the most influential figures […]
Historical Cultural and Religious References to Alcohol in Ancient Maya Civilization
Historical Cultural and Religious References to Alcohol in Ancient Maya Civilization Chocolate Meso American Aphrodisiac (Image Source) One of the most developed and […]
Wine and Art
Wine and Art: An Intimate History of Culture and Creation For nearly as long as humans have been fermenting grapes into wine, we’ve been depicting […]
Wine and Indigenous People in History
Wine and Indigenous People in History Wine has been an integral part of human civilization for thousands of years. Archaeological evidence suggests that wine production […]
Who was Steven Spurrier?
Who was Steven Spurrier? Steven Spurrier was a British wine merchant, educator, writer, and consultant who is best known for organizing the historic "Judgment of […]
The Swinging Sixties, Seventeenth-Century Style: Wine and Excess in Restoration England, c. 1660–85
The Swinging Sixties, Seventeenth-Century Style: Wine and Excess in Restoration England, c. 1660–85 Wine in Restoration England Alcohol consumption tends to go through phases. Right […]
Injustice and Australian Wine History: A Complex and Nuanced Topic
Injustice and Australian Wine History Many wineries in Australia have histories that go back generations. This is especially true of the family businesses that produce […]
Paso Robles: The Wine County
Paso Robles: The Wine County Paso Robles has been a well known California wine region since the wine industry started booming in the late 1970s. […]
Wine and Injustice: A History of Exploitation and Inequality in Wine Production
Wine and Injustice: A History of Exploitation and Inequality in Wine Production Wine has a long and storied history, but it's not all sunshine and […]
