Francis I

A Quick History of Francis I, the King of France Known for His Love of Fine Wine

Who was Francis I? Anyone who's a fan of fine wine knows that some of the best vineyards in the world are located in France. But did you know that a French king actually […]

Ken Wytsma2026-08-15T04:35:32+00:00Categories: 1501 CE to 1700 CE, Old World, This Day in Wine History | Articles, Wine and War|Tags: biographical, France, Francis I, wine region|

September 12

September 12, 1494: The King of France, Francis I, was born. He is associated with one of the rarest grape varieties today, Romorantin variety. The plant was first established in Romorantin city by King […]

Staff Writer2026-08-12T08:35:54+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates|Tags: Armenia, Auction, Carthage, Cyprus, France, Francis I, Honor Frost, Loire, oldest wine, Phoenicia, South Africa, vitis vinifera, wine history|

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