Nestled between Switzerland and Austria, the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein is known for its alpine landscapes and medieval castles. Unbeknownst to most, Liechtenstein’s history centers on wine. This sixth-smallest country in the world has a winemaking tradition dating back more than 2,000 years. With a handful of vineyards along the Rhine Valley, Liechtenstein produces small
Many people are unaware that there is an AVA on the East Bay of San Francisco. The Lamorinda AVA, a hidden gem, is part of the Central Coast and San Francisco Bay AVAs. Located in Contra Costa County, the Lamorinda AVA encompasses the cities of Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda. Let’s discover more about this little-known
Let’s delve into the wines from two specific wineries in Spain. Both exemplify the wine regions they represent, but together they tell the inherent story of Spanish Wines. Rias Baixas One sees the Spanish affinity to the white varietal Albarino as profound. The variety is probably Spain’s most popular white. Most Albarinos come from the
When we think of Mexican wine, we think of Valle De Guadalupe, the up-and-coming area in Baja. The area is like the Wild West, a new frontier for wine, especially those winemakers who choose to be pioneers of the region. Valle De Guadalupe History In the 16th century, the first grapes were planted. In fact,