Umbria – Sustainable, Traditional and Innovative
Umbria is an Italian wine region located in the central part of the country. The region is known for producing high-quality wines from both native and international grape varieties. Despite being a small region, Umbria has a rich wine history and a diverse range of wine styles. Umbria is home to two main wine regions: […]
Varietals are the Spice of Wine
Varietal is a term used in viticulture and the wine industry to refer to a wine made primarily from a single grape variety. In the US this means that at least 75% of the grapes used to make the wine come from a single grape variety, with the remaining 25% being other grapes allowed in […]
Vintage – The Magic of the Year
Vintage refers to the year in which the grapes used to make a wine were harvested. It is an important term in the wine world as it can affect the quality, style, and value of a wine. The vintage of a wine is the year the grapes were picked to make the wine, not the […]
Vintner – They Wear So Many Hats!
A vintner is a wine producer or merchant, typically one who is involved in all aspects of winemaking, from growing and harvesting grapes to blending and aging the finished wine. Vintners can be individuals or companies, ranging in size from small family-owned vineyards to large commercial wineries. The term “vintner” is derived from the Old […]
Winegrower – Wine Starts In The Vineyard
A winegrower is a person or entity that grows grapes for winemaking. They are responsible for cultivating and maintaining the vineyards, harvesting the grapes, and selling them to wineries or producing their own wine. A winegrower, also known as a viticulturist or grape grower, is an essential part of the wine industry. They are responsible […]