Cape of Good Hope

April 6

April 6, 1623: This day marks the beginning of Cabernet Franc’s wide establishment from vine cuttings. Cardinal Richelieu is credited for bringing cuttings of the Cabernet Franc vine to the Loire Valley from the […]

Ken Wytsma2023-07-14T12:59:05+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates, Wine|Tags: Africa, Ban, cabernet franc, Cape of Good Hope, Cardinal Richelieu, Colonialism, France, Georgia, Jan van Riebeeck, La Rioja, Libournais, Loire Valley, Moldova, Russia, slavery, South Africa, Spain, Tempranillo, Tempranillo Blanco|

July 22

July 22, 1655: On this day, three boxes of currants and vines were sent to the Cape of Good Hope from the VOC Chamber of Delft, marking the beginning of more supplies, especially enslaved […]

Staff Writer2023-07-15T00:51:47+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates|Tags: 50 best wineries in the world, American Viticultural Areas, California, Cape of Good Hope, Château Mercian Mariko, first Japanese winery, Koshu, Sierra Pelona AVA, wine, World's Best Vineyards|

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