The Month of July
July 1478 to May 1576: In this period, a group of Catholic monks is credited with having started the production of wine making. These monks eventually cut their links with the church, which resulted […]
The History of Pinot Noir
What is the History of Pinot Noir? Pinot Noir is a type of red wine grape that has a long history dating back to the 14th century in the region of Burgundy in France. […]
August 18
August 18, 1983: On this day, Hermann AVA was approved and established. This viticultural area has a long history prior to its establishment – German settlers were growing large numbers of grapes and developing […]
July 31
July 31, 1556: On this day, Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (more commonly known as the Jesuits) died in the city of Rome. The Jesuits had been established in […]
