The History of Oak Barrels
The History of Oak Barrels Have you ever thought about why wine is stored in barrels? The image of an oak barrel has become synonymous with wine. Witnessing a barrel image evokes nostalgic feelings […]
Andre Tchelistcheff: The Maestro
Andre Tchelistcheff (the Maestro) André Tchelistcheff, also called "the Maestro," is widely regarded as the most profoundly influential winemaker in Napa Valley history. He is recognized as the man who fashioned the rise of […]
December 7
December 7, 1901: On this day, André Tchelistcheff was born in Moscow, Russia. Tchelistcheff is popular in the 20th-century American wine industry. His contribution set the industry to recover from the effects of prohibition. […]
September 15
September 15, 1505: On this day, Queen Mary of Hungary was born. Her role in Australian wine history is seen when, in 1524, she granted winegrowers from the town of Rust the freedom to […]
