August 8th - This Date in Wine History

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Saint Cyricus

Wine has a long established history of being our drink of choice for celebrating, entertaining, and savoring life; but it didn't start out that way. From the invention of the barrel to the designation of the separate viticultural areas, wine has a long and sorted history.  In our daily feature "This Date In Wine History," we share an event of critical importance in wine history.

  • Baron James de Rothschild acquired the Chateau Lafite in 1868.
  • New Jersey's Warren Hills AVA was designated in 1988.
  • It is the feast day ofSaint Cyriacus.  He is a patron saint of viticulture and is also known as one of the 14 holy helpers.