January 3rd - 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. 

  • Massachussett's Martha's Vineyard AVA was designated in 1985.
  • The Falerno del Massico DOC was established in 1989.
  • Antonio Todde died in 2002 at age 112 years, 346 days.  A Sardinian shepherd, he is known for saying, "Just love your brother and drink a good glass of red wine every day."