May 1st - 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.

  • Arthur Wellsley, 1st Duke of Wellington was born today in 1769.  He was known by his soldiers as a man who could subsist on cold bread and meat but always drank the best wine.  Often the entire bottle with his meal.
  • Bonfort’s Wine and Spirit Circular discussed the South Dakota prohibition law that was to go into effect May 1st, 1890 which had been changed to allow liquor to be used in private houses.
  • Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro was created in 1971.
  • Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce was created in 1971.
  • The Lambrusco di Sorbara DOC was created in 1971.
  • The Australian Geographical Indication "Big Rivers" was registered in 1996.