John Adlum

March 14

March 14, 1836: On this day, John Adlum, father of American viticulture, died. American viticulturist John Adlum is credited with being the first to grow the Catawba grape. The phrase "the father of American […]

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April 29

April 29, 1759: John Adlum, known as the father of viticulture, was born. He was also a farmer and surveyor from York, Pennsylvania. He is best known for his role in developing the Catawba […]

Ken Wytsma2023-01-17T02:39:44+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates|Tags: California, diVINes d'Alsace, International Wine Challenge, Italy, John Adlum, Mélanie Pfister, Pinot Noir Days, Robert Joseph, Smith Story Wine Cellars, wine festival|

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