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Wine History

May 09 2024

Hybrid Hy-Light: Chambourcin

Said: Sham-bore-sinIn a world where farmers are experiencing changes in weather patterns that affect grape ripening potential, wine grape hybrid varieties may play a greater part in the future of our wine industry. But what are hybrid wine grape … [Read more...] about Hybrid Hy-Light: Chambourcin

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: American Wines, Chambourcin, Hybrid, New World, Red Wine, Wine History, Wine Style

Nov 28 2023

Try a Sip from the Gilded Age…

The second season of HBO mini-series, “The Gilded Age” recently dropped, highlighting the opulence of New York City during the time of rapid industrial growth of the Gilded Era (roughly 1875 – 1900) through the lens’ of two wealthy women. While the … [Read more...] about Try a Sip from the Gilded Age…

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: American Wines, California Wine, Concord, French Wine, Madeira, Sherry, Sparkling, Special Occasion, Wine History

Nov 02 2023

“Here’s Looking at You, Bubbly”

And Other Tidbits About Sparkling WineOn the forefront, sparkling wines may seem somewhat dull.Pick a bottle.Pop it open. (Actually, don’t pop it open. If you hear a loud “pop” when you open the bottle, you’re opening it wrong…)Pour and … [Read more...] about “Here’s Looking at You, Bubbly”

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: American Wines, French Wine, Michigan Wine, New Mexico Wine, Sparkling, Special Occasion, Wine History

May 02 2023

The Unmentionable [Wines]

Are there wine varieties that you tend to hide from admitting to other wine lovers that you enjoy?If so, you aren’t alone.In the world of wine, there are a series of wine grape varieties that do not receive esteemed recognition despite their regional … [Read more...] about The Unmentionable [Wines]

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: American Wines, Concord, Georgia Wine, Muscadine, Native Wines, New World, Niagara, Pennsylvania Wine, Red Wine, Sweet Wine, White Wine, Wine History, Wine Pairings

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