Persan is a rare red grape variety that is believed to have originated in Savoie. Some subscribe to other theories on its origin, such as it coming to France from Persia or Cyprus. Persan vines are known for producing ample small bunches of berries. Prior to the European phylloxera outbreak in the late 1800s, PersanContinue reading “August 14th-Persan”
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July 24th-Arbane
Arbane, or Crénillat as it is known in the Gier Valley in Loire, is an ancient white grape that has very limited plantings remaining. The majority of the total 1 hectare of plantings are in Champagne. A grower in Rhone has used DNA from old vines for the region to re-establish limited plantings of someContinue reading “July 24th-Arbane”
A Trip Around the World of Wine in 52 Weeks 