Massachusetts has a combination of continental and maritime climates, with grape varieties in various areas reflecting the differences. The Southeastern New England AVA includes part of the Bay State, while the Martha’s Vineyard AVA lies entirely within it. In addition to a wide variety of grapes, other fruits, berries, honey, and even flowers are used … Read more

Campaign Chaos (Continued) Today the final stretch begins for the 2024 presidential election, now that the Republican and Democratic conventions are over and there are firm tickets on both sides: Trump-Vance, and Harris-Walz. Compared with prior elections, this one has already had its share of chaos and intrigue, with President Joe Biden withdrawing from the … Read more

Maryland has been a historic and significant state in the development of American wine. The first wine was made there in 1648, and in 1662 Governor Charles Calvert planted 200 acres of vinifera grapes. The first book on viticulture and winemaking was published in 1823, and just over a century later, in 1933, Philip Wagner … Read more

Campaign Chaos (Continued) The past few weeks have been a political roller coaster in terms of the 2024 presidential election, with no end in sight. After a disastrous debate performance by President Biden contrasted by a highly successful Republican National Convention, it looked like Election 2024 was game over…until a couple of weeks later Mr. … Read more

Known for lobster, a rugged coastline, and massive forests, Maine is also a wine producer, thanks to the cold-hardy Minnesota varieties like LaCrescent, Frontenac, and Marquette Cellardoor Winery uses its five acres to grow Marquestte and Frontenac Gris, and in 2018 produced its first ice wine. The property is on a hillside with a magnificent vista, … Read more