How The Wine Industry in South Africa Started South Africa is renowned for its varied topography, unique natural beauty, and cultural diversity. This southernmost country on the tip of Africa is home to many […]
Tejo The Origin of Portuguese Wine The Tejo River plays an enormously important role in the Portuguese wine scene – it was on the banks of this river that the Tartessos first cultivated vines […]
Early days of South Africa Wine South Africa is certainly well-known for its citizens’ struggle for independence and the enduring history of Apartheid. One of the lesser-known yet defining elements of South African history […]
Wine Laws in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is known for its strict laws and regulations, particularly with regard to alcohol consumption. As a deeply conservative Islamic Kingdom, […]
The Birth of Modern Oenology: A History of Wine Education in France Human beings have been drinking wine since at least 6000 BC. It was central to many past societies, notably amongst the ancient […]
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 ancient civilizations. Grapes have been used to […]
The African Wineries: North Africa's Historical Connection to Wine North America, Europe, and Australia/New Zealand are known as being the leading regions of wine production and wine history. However, there is another world of […]
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 date commemorates the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment, which […]
Portuguese Wine Regions In recent years, Portuguese wine has gained enormous popularity across the world, and more and more tourists have started visiting Portugal exhibiting profound interest in their gastronomy and wine. When we […]
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 were pressed in 1659, the country has faced a […]
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