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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 […]
August 26
August 26, 1983: On this day, Knights Valley officially gained American Viticultural Area status. The Knights Valley American Viticultural Area was established decades after winemakers […]
August 23
August 23, 1983: On this day, Tony Moll was born. Tony Moll is a former National Football League guard and offensive tackle from the United […]
August 22
August 22, 1948: On this day, Fiona Beckett was born. Beckett is a prolific food writer and journalist from Bristol, England. She frequently serves as […]
August 15
August 15, 1914: On this day, an initiative to prohibit alcohol sales in the state of California was on the ballot for the state election. […]
August 12
August 12, 1994: On this day, the geographical indication system for alcoholic beverages was first used in Japan following The Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of […]
The Month of August
August 1248: During this time, Château de Goulaine began its wine journey as the de Goulaine family produced wines for their personal consumption. Eventually they […]
Prohibition Across the United States
Prohibition Across the United States December 5th is a date that brings joy and light to people's faces in the bar and wine community. The […]
August 24
August 24, 79 AD: On this day, Pliny the Elder was born. Pliny was a military commander, philosopher, writer, naturalist, and close friend to the […]
Portuguese Wine Regions
Portuguese Wine Regions In recent years, Portuguese wine has gained enormous popularity across the world, and more and more tourists have started visiting Portugal to […]
South Africa Wine Industry Before and After Apartheid
South Africa Wine Industry Before and After Apartheid South Africa is an old wine-producing country dating back to the 17th century. Since the first grapes […]
The 100-point Wine Rating Scale of Robert M. Parker
The 100-point Wine Rating Scale of Robert M. Parker Robert McDowell Parker Jr. (b. July 23, 1947) is a renowned retired American wine reviewer. He […]
The economics of wine during the Tudor Monarchy
The economics of wine during the Tudor Monarchy The line of rulers with the surname Tudor ruled England throughout the Tudor era. Even now, many […]
Wine and Sex in Ancient Rome: The Romans’ Views on Alcohol, Lovemaking, and Intoxication
Wine and Sex in Ancient Rome: The Romans' Views on Alcohol, Lovemaking, and Intoxication What comes to mind when you think of wine, sex, and […]
How ‘Mission Grape’ Started New World Wine
How 'Mission Grape' Started New World Wine 'Mission Grape,' it appears, has never been massively popular with wine critics. One study of the history of […]
Age of Exploration and Wine
Age of Exploration and Wine The Age of Exploration is an era that began in the early 15th century and lasted through the 17th century. […]
New and Old World Wine Categories
New and Old World Wine Categories The renowned author Micelle Williams wrote: "New World style wines tend to be more fruit forward, juicy and delicious […]
Marquis of Pombal – Portugal’s Pioneer of Winemaking
Marquis of Pombal – Portugal's Pioneer of Winemaking Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo—better known as Marquis of Pombal—was born on May 13, 1699. During […]
The Perspective of Wine Consumption in Islamic Theology
The Perspective of Wine Consumption in Islamic Theology According to the Quran (The Holy Book of Muslims), consuming alcohol or any other intoxicating substance that […]
The British Paradox: A look Into Wine and Britain
No single country has influenced the modern world of wine more than Britain. But how did an island nation that couldn't grow decent wine impact […]
Catawba Grapes: Nicholas Longworth’s Rise to Fame in American Wine History
Catawba Grapes: Nicholas Longworth's Rise to Fame in American Wine History Catawba is a red American grape variety used to make wine, juice, jams, and […]
Land Between Rivers: Wine and Trade in Ancient Mesopotamia
'Land Between Rivers': Wine and Trade in Ancient Mesopotamia and the Emergence of the World's First Writing System Human beings have been writing things down […]
Wine Production by State
Wine Production by State The United States of America is the fourth-largest producer of wine after Spain, Italy, and France. Wine is produced in almost […]
Algerian Wine Era, its Global Impact, and Wine History (Part II)
Algerian Wine Era, its Global Impact, and Wine History (Part II) It is hard to imagine in the 21st-century global wine economy that Algeria had […]
Who was Francis I and What was His Story?
Who was Francis I and What was His Story? Francis I (September 12, 1494 - March 31, 1547) was the king of France from 1515 […]
