Dosage

The degree of sweetness of the LIQUEUR D’EXPÉDITION, which is used to top up Champagne before its final corking. The dosage is what determines whether a Champagne will be BRUT, EXTRA DRY, DEMI-SEC, and so on.

What grape variety is known as “the heartbreak grape”?

A. Sangiovese

B. Pinot Noir

C. Cabernet Franc

D. Merlot

Pinot noir earned this nickname because, even though it is one of the most fickle grapes to grow, it can become what many consider to be the most poetic, compelling wine in the world. In fact, an entire book on pinot noir by the author, Marq de Villiers, is entitled The Heartbreak Grape (McArthur & Company 2007).

1812

Year that the Russians founded a permanent settlement in Sonoma County–the first newcomers to reside there along with Native Americans. Mostly fur traders, the Russians established a fort–later known as Fort Ross–on the Sonoma Coast. Thirty years… Continue reading

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