The Month of November
November 1345: Pinot Noir was first mentioned in written records. It was recorded as being grown in Burgundy. In 1470, monks from France introduced the grape to the Rheingau area in Germany, where it […]
January 10
January 10, 2011: On this day, Caraccioli Cellars opened its wine tasting room in Carmel, CA. Caraccioli Cellars is a family-run winery founded in 2006 that takes care in creating wines that are representative […]
Napa Valley Wine History
Napa Valley Wine History When people think of wine from the United States, most picture Napa Valley, California. The region is widely celebrated in the contemporary global wine industry. The Judgment of Paris in […]
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 […]
The History of Yarra Valley
The History of Yarra Valley Australia is packed with fun destinations like Yarra Valley, from its breathtaking lavender fields to art galleries, parks, and historic wineries. The local food, landscape, and wine make Yarra […]
The Willamette Valley Wine Region
The Willamette Valley Wine Region The Willamette Valley wine region, located in Northwest Oregon, is home to twelve American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), including its own. In terms of vineyard area, it consists of over […]
Catastrophic Flood that Nurtured Future Vineyards
Catastrophic Flood that Nurtured Future Vineyards A Catastrophic flood that occurred thousands of years ago helped make the Willamette Valley the great wine region it is today. The famous Willamette Valley Pinot Noir comes […]
Wine Profile Series: Gamay
Wine Profile Series: Gamay Among the red grape varieties, Gamay is the "sprinter." It sprouts early, bears large quantities of grapes, and is harvested early. Moreover, these grapes are often processed into wine relatively […]
David Lett and the Oregon Wine Industry
David Lett and the Oregon Wine Industry Oregon's wine history would be incomplete without the mention of David Lett. He is considered to be one of the founders of the Oregon wine industry, and […]
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 […]
