Vintner's Corner

Grafted Grapevines

The species of grapevine, Vitis vinifera, was nearly eradicated by a tiny louse called phylloxera that immigrated to Europe from America. Grafting grapevines saved the species.

| 10-Jul-07 16:37 | Read More... | Tags: Disease, Grafting, Grapevines |

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About Prohibition

Before prohibition (1920), Illinois was the fourth largest producer of grapes and supplied about 25% of the wine consumed in the United States.

| 02-Jul-07 13:42 | Read More... | Tags: History, Markets, Prohibition |

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All About Barrels

Did you know that the reason oak barrels were initially chosen for storing wine had nothing to do with the flavoring effects they have on the final product?

| 25-Jun-07 12:45 | Read More... | Tags: Barrels, Oak |

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What is the difference between Vitis vinifera and Vitis labrusca?

Most of the world's wines are made from grape varieties that belong to the species vinifera, but other distinct species, labrusca, are native to North America and are also used to produce wine.

| 18-Jun-07 11:58 | Read More... | Tags: Species, Varieties, Vitis |

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World's Oldest Bottle of Wine

Found inside of a Roman stone sarcophagus that was unearthed during an excavation in Speyer, Germany, the oldest bottle of wine was found in 1867.

| 12-Jun-07 11:38 | Read More... | Tags: Bottle, History |

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Bloom

Visit wine country in the spring and winemakers will undoubtedly be talking about bloom.

| 05-Jun-07 08:15 | Read More... | Tags: Grapes, Vineyard, Viticulture |

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Why Do Grapes Grow So Well In Southern Illinois?

The beautiful rolling hills of Southern Illinois serve as a wonderful template for growing grapes.

| 29-May-07 11:58 | Read More... | Tags: AVA, Shawnee Hills, Terroir |

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