History of Mechanical Harvesters
The History of Mechanical Harvesters Grape harvesting by mechanical means is a relatively new phenomenon. Early machines straddled a row of vines and shook them, causing ripe berries to fall off the vine and […]
Land Between Rivers: Wine and Trade in Ancient Mesopotamia
'Land Between Rivers': Wine and Trade in Ancient Mesopotamia and the Emergence of the World's First Writing System Human beings have been writing things down for a long time. However, there is a distinct […]
A Tragedy at The French Laundry, the Home of Fine Wine
A Tragedy at The French Laundry, the Home of Fine Wine In December 2014, the restaurant, The French Laundry was robbed of 110 bottles of wine worth $500,000. Because it was Christmas night, the […]
Pinot Gris: An International Superstar
Pinot Gris: An International Superstar Pinot Grigio, AKA Pinot Gris, is a French wine grape adopted in many wine regions worldwide. The varietal is a pink-skinned mutation of the famous Pinot Noir, and so […]
1855 Bordeaux Wine Classification
1855 Bordeaux Wine Classification The historic 1855 Bordeaux Classification is a French standard for wine categorization, which is regarded as the world's most prominent and authentic wine classification system designed based on wine-producing regions. […]
Tea and Wine: The History of Two Common Beverages
Tea and Wine: The History of Two Common Beverages After water, the next popular drink in the world is tea. Tea has been around for millenniums and has become a household staple, similar to […]
How to Taste Wine Like A Pro
How to Taste Wine Like A Pro To taste wine like a pro, you need to be knowledgeable and careful when tasting. To describe and treat it as a quick and superficial pleasure would […]
April 13
April 13, 1743: On this day, Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. President, was born. Over the course of his study of law, he developed a love for wine, which he carried throughout his life. […]
Ancient Women and Wine
Throughout history, the world of wine has been predominantly dominated by men. However, women have always had a significant role in winemaking, even in ancient times. This article aims to explore the journey of […]
Wine: A Complete History Guide
Wine: A Complete History Guide Wine is an essential part of so-called "old world" nations, merging the local history and landscape. The production of wine predates recorded history and has been linked to science […]
