September 11th - This Date in Wine History

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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.

  • The Barsac,  Chénasand Moulin-à-vent AOCs were created in 1936.
  • California's St. Helena AVA was designated in 1995.
  • The Vermentino di Gallura DOCG was established in 1996.
  • Spain's Rías Baixas DO was created in 1997.
  • Happy California Wine Month!