The Month of October
October: In this month, Ashes & Diamonds Winery tasting rooms were opened. Ashes & Diamonds is conveniently located just off Highway 29 in Napa's northern suburbs. The winery is within a short drive from […]
The Ancient French Variety: Carménère
The Ancient French Variety: Carménère Carménère is an ancient red grape variety from France, specifically the region of Bordeaux. Grande Vidure is another name for it. Phylloxera, an insect pest of commercial grapevines, decimated […]
Wine Guide: Tempranillo
Wine Guide: Tempranillo No other grape variety is as synonymous with Spanish red wine as Tempranillo. It is the undisputed number one grape variety in Spain. Whether it's the top appellation Rioja, the outstanding […]
Bordeaux: The Iconic Wine Region
Bordeaux: Iconic Wine Region The Bordeaux region is one of the most iconic wine regions in the world, renowned not only for the quality of its wines but also for the prestige that comes […]
Wine-ranking system of Bordeaux & Burgundy and their Exclusivity
Wine-ranking system of Bordeaux & Burgundy and their Exclusivity France has always enjoyed the spotlight and center stage in the winemaking industry. French wines are unique in their flavor profile, texture, body, and aroma. […]
Wine Profile Series: Merlot Wine
Merlot wine is considered the oppressed Cabernet Sauvignon. How to come? Because of low-cost trade, Merlot has given the grape variety a bad reputation. But let's set the record straight: Merlot wine is first […]
Things You Should Know About Bordeaux Wine Region
Things You Should Know About Bordeaux Wine Region When you think of wine, the first region that comes to mind might be Bordeaux, France. The Bordeaux wine region encompasses most of the Gironde department […]
January 4
January 4, 2022: On this day, Duckhorn purchased two new vineyards in Napa Valley to expand white wine and Burgundy production. Duckhorn is one of the most important wine producers in the Napa Valley, […]
November 7
7th November Every Year: International Merlot Day; on this day, the world celebrates Merlot as one of France's most popular and widely planted grapes. November 7th, 1971: On this day, Jamie Drummond was born. […]
April 4
April 4, 1925: On this day, George Remus was nicknamed the "King of the Bootleggers" in Chicago. George Remus, born in Germany but reared in Chicago, would establish himself as a prominent defense attorney […]
