Exploring the World's Wine Regions

Did you know that Georgia is arguably the oldest wine region, with 8,000 years of viticulture history? Traditional Georgian wine is fermented in clay vessels called qvevri, buried underground.

Bordeaux is synonymous with fine wine. Its reds are typically a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, creating a complex flavor profile that has set a global benchmark for blended wines.

Germany's Mosel region is celebrated for its steep, slate vineyards that stress the Riesling grape, yielding wines with high acidity, minerality, and sometimes a touch of sweetness, complemented by a distinctive petrol note with age.

Chile is a viticultural paradise where the phylloxera pest never took hold. As a result, Chile has some of the world's oldest ungrafted vineyards, producing pure expressions of Carménère and Merlot.

Australia's Barossa Valley prides itself on having some of the oldest living soils on earth, resulting in old vine Shiraz with intense flavors. Some vines are over 100 years old and produce wines of great depth and concentration.

The 1976 Judgement of Paris was a pivotal moment when California's Napa Valley bested French wines in a blind tasting. This upset proved that Napa wines could stand alongside the world's best, particularly for Cabernet Sauvignon.

New Zealand may be a newer player, but its Marlborough region has redefined Sauvignon Blanc with its zesty and vibrant style. The country's cool climate viticulture is crafting world-renowned Pinot Noir as well.

In 1999, French astronaut Jean-Pierre Haigneré brought a bottle of Bordeaux to the Mir Space Station, making it the first wine to travel to space.