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World War I Archives

Rationing of Wine in World War I

French poilus in 1916. To the French soldier, the daily ration of rough red wine — “le pinard” — was almost as vital as his rifle. Via Wikimedia Commons.By the This Day in Wine […]

Wine, Cognac and Football: The Christmas Truce of 1914

German and British soldiers meet in No Man’s Land during the Christmas Truce of 1914 — sharing food, drink, songs and a game of football. Via Wikimedia Commons.By the This Day in Wine History […]

Ken Wytsma2026-08-07T17:06:42+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Articles, Wine and War|Tags: Christmas truce, Warfare, World War I|

February 1

February 1, 1141: On this day, what is traditionally regarded as the founding of Barone Ricasoli, Italy, was laid. The Tuscan winery is the oldest one still in business in Italy. The history of […]

Ken Wytsma2026-08-12T06:12:29+00:00Categories: This Day in Wine History | Dates|Tags: A Year in Champagne, Barone Ricasoli, Brolio Castle, Champagne Bollinger, Dániel Kézdy, David Kennard, Ditton Wine & Spirits, France, Furmint Day, John June Lewis, Martine Saunier, Nova Scotia Wine Tours, Sr, Tokaj, Virginia, World War I|

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