A Journey to Fennville: Exploring an Unknown AVA
Let’s start with a United States AVA trivia quiz (answers are at the end of the column): In which state...
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Wayne Belding
The Hydrologic Cycle Illustrated
Loire Valley, Rhône Valley, Vallée de la Marne, Mosel Valley, Barossa Valley, Hunter Valley, Douro Valley, Napa Valley, Russian River...
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Taking Time to Smell the Rosés
The wine world is awash in pink wine these days. Rosé, Rosato, Rosado, Clarete, Chiaretto, Cerasuolo, Vin Gris – these...
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It’s a Cold World: Investigating Cool Climate Viticulture at VitiNord
There are many intricacies of the wine industry that worth exploring. Beyond the famous growing regions are many vine growers...
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Wines for Autumn
The days are getting noticeably shorter, the nights colder and in response, the body seeks warmth and fuel. Hence, the...
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A Different View of Carbonation: Carbonate Rocks in the Wine World
Carbonate rocks are important substrates for many vineyard soils. Limestone is the most common carbonate. It is a sedimentary rock...
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Summer at the Lake: Lacustrine Influence on Vineyard Sites
Bodies of water are important factors for many vineyard sites. The moderating influence of nearby oceans, rivers and lakes can...
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Wine’s Surprisingly Strong Value Across the Decades
The value of wine is a subjective assessment. Many consumers enjoy wine but would not think of spending more than...
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To Begin With: An Exploration of Apéritifs
Selecting the appropriate beverage to enjoy for starters can enhance the mood of any occasion. The dictionary defines apéritif as,...
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