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California’s Wine Regions

Feb 26th, 2009 | By admin | Category: All Things Wine

The state of California was first introduced to grape vines in the 18th century by the Spanish, who planted vineyards with each mission they established. The wine was used for religious sacraments as well as for daily life. The vine cuttings used came from Mexico and were the descendant of the “common black grape” (as it was known) brought to the New World by Hernán Cortés in 1520….



Most Common Varietals

Feb 23rd, 2009 | By admin | Category: All Things Wine

Wines identified by grape are called ‘varietals’ and is most commonly used in the United States, Australia, South America and South Africa. The following brief summary will focus on the major varietals sorted by body starting with light-bodied white examples…