Roman Bubbles: Bollulae, Cleopatra, and Ancient Sparkling Wine It’s peculiar to some of the things which the Romans wrote about in the first century AD. Around mid-century the epic poet Lucan, author of the […]
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 the Southern Gaul region of France. The Gaulians mastered […]
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 the American republic. However, few people are aware of […]
Renaissance Vintage: The Popularity of Sack Wine in Early Modern Europe In the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries sack was all the rage in Europe, particularly so in England. This fortified white wine was traded […]
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 countries this is fixed at 18 years of age […]
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 Rome that serves as the headquarters of the Roman […]
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, including developments in cuisine and drinking habits. Wine became […]
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 became the United States. Lasting from 1775-1783, the conflict […]
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 the Storming of the Bastille. Lasting for over a […]
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 degree in Agricultural Sciences from the University of Florence. […]
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