Wine Articles and Education

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The Moon is Magic

How Does the Moon Affect Winemaking? Biodynamics includes lunar cycles – Biodynamic winemakers often follow the phases of the moon for planting, pruning, and harvesting.

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What’s Your Secret?

How Old is the Oldest Wine Vine? Some vines are over 400 years old – Slovenia has the world’s oldest known grapevine still producing fruit.

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South Africa’s Signature Grape

What is Pinotage? South Africa’s signature grape – Pinotage, a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault, was created in 1925 and produces bold, smoky wines.

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Altitude Alters Your Taste

How Does Wine Taste In Flight? Wines taste different in-flight – The low humidity and cabin pressure reduce your ability to perceive sweetness and fruitiness,

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A Revolutionary Invention

What Happened Before Corks Were Invented? The cork was revolutionary – Before corks, wine bottles were sealed with oil-soaked rags or wooden stoppers.