Louis XIV

May 16

May 16, 1643: Louis XIV ascended to power on this day. Louis XIV, born on September 5, 1638, became the King of France at age 4, ruling for 72 years. During his time, Louis […]

Ken Wytsma2023-07-14T13:09:51+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates|Tags: American Viticultural Areas, California, France, Louis XIV, Napa Valley, Post-Prohibition, Robert Mondavi, Robert Mondavi Winery, Santa Ynez Valley, wine regions|

September 1

September 1, 1715: On this day, the effervescent Champagne became a favorite among the French elite at Philippe II's court when Louis XIV of France passed away in 1715. More Champenois winemakers tried to […]

Staff Writer2023-07-15T01:08:05+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates|Tags: American Viticultural Areas, Bailly Wineries, Burgenland, champagne, E & J Gallo Winery, Eisenberg DAC, Finger Lakes, France, Gallo family, James Conaway, Jerome Tuccille, Leithaberg DAC, Livermore Valley AVA, Louis XIV, Minnesota, Napa Valley, New York, Nicolas Ruinart, wine history, wine lovers|

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