I know today is going to make David very happy when I let him know May 25th is National Wine Day #NationalWineDay. I just wish his mom could still have a glass of Wine with David but she can’t so it looks like I will be celebrating National Wine Day with David. Would you like to join us for snacks and Wine this evening?
David comes home this evening we can sit down and try @LineaageRose,Clarksburg and @Lovatelli Monferrato Nebbiolo which I received as part of a review. Being Memorial Day weekend I plan on asking my sister and our neighbor to come share some Wine with us. Would you like to join us? Just remember this is a kids free event which David and I need. How about you?
Most people don’t typically need an “official” reason to celebrate over a bottle of Wine but today these people have one because it’s National Wine Day, which is celebrated annually on May 25th. The growing number of Wineries across the US coupled with the proliferation of social media options has prompted more creative ways to celebrate with Wine for people of all legal drinking ages and beverage preferences. Whether you host a Wine tasting at your place to try the latest Rosés or meet friends for an evening of professionally paired food and Wine, the celebration begins as soon as the cork is popped and remember the Sky is the limit as long as Wine is involved.
Wine has been enjoyed by humans for thousands of years and the natural likeness for Wine is not only because it tastes wonderful, but also because of its nutritional value and psychotropic effects. Wine has also had a significant impact on the economy and the shaping of societies. Out of all the alcoholic beverages, it is the trade of Wine that allowed exploration of different cultures and paved the way for philosophical and religious ideas to spread.
Wine is cited frequently in the “Bible,” from the time of Noah to Jesus, indicating its integral role. Wine-making was also seen as a sign of a provident economy, as only provident societies could accommodate a well-established Wine industry. In fact, it is often debated that the foundations of Western society were built on Wine.
Wine enjoyed in the olden days is a distant relative to the Wine enjoyed today. Did you know not only Red Grapes, but pink Grapes, green Grapes, white Grapes, and blue Grapes were used by the Egyptians to prepare the drink. Palm Dates, Figs, and Pomegranates were often added to the mix too. So the taste was completely different from what we know. Using different Fruit to make Wine is similar to how it is prepared using Grapes, except that Sugar is also added to aid the fermentation process.
The exact origin of National Wine Day is unknown, but the earliest references date back to 2009 and it is a day for Wine enthusiasts to unite and celebrate our favorite fermented Fruit juice. Grab your favorite bottle of Wine pop the cork, screw the top off or open that box of Wine and let’s celebrate National Wine Day.
Since its establishment in 1812 by Spanish Missionaries, California’s Wine country in the Northern Bay Area of Northern California has dominated American Wine production and our personal vision of the elegant American Vineyard. There were a mere 25 Wineries in this area of California in 1974. Today, there are over 800!
While California still leads U.S. Wine production and is now home to over 4,000 Wineries state-wide, Wineries exist across the U.S. with at least three in every State. In fact, the most frequently visited Winery today is the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, with over one million people annually.
This availability of Wineries enables us to visit the rolling hills of a beautiful Vineyard closer to home. Yes, it is very likely there would be a Winery near you, within range for a fun day trip or weekend getaway. Pack your bags and set your G.P.S. to the Winery closest to you!
TRADITIONS
Traditions for National Wine Day all revolve around indulging in and celebrating Wine! Friends and family get together and uncork their favorite bottles of Wine. Splurging on expensive Wine is also the norm today, so treat yourself to that fancy Vino you’ve always wanted to buy but remember even cheap Wine can be used to celebrate National Wine Day
Wine tasting events are hosted, where Wine lovers and connoisseurs enjoy different flavors and varieties of Wine. Wine bottles are aesthetically pleasing, so reusing them for a DIY project, or making a rack from scratch to display Wines are also go-to celebratory traditions for National Wine Day.
NATIONAL WINE DAY ACTIVITIES
- I would like to ask you a question. What better way to celebrate the beginning of Summer than with friends over a Sangria bar? Sangria is an easy, make-ahead beverage with Wine as its base. Red, white and Rosé recipes abound but don’t limit yourself to the obvious. Peach and Blueberry Lemonade Sangria stand-out at any party.
- Chances are, if you’re making plans for National Wine Day, you don’t consider yourself an amateur. Aficionados need gadgets enhance the holiday with an electric Wine bottle opener or a Wine aerator.
- The extensive variety of stemware can be confusing. Why so many choices? The shape of the bowl controls the amount of air reaching the Wine surface which impacts the taste and aroma. Celebrate National Wine Day by researching the recommended glass to use based on Wine type and impress your friends with your new-found knowledge.
Thnak you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
