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Read more »There’s a trend in winemaking: everything is growing. Wine production is increasing globally. The vineyard area is growing. Winemaking is a big business, and many countries around the globe are finding just the right grapes to grow to fit their climate and geology.
At Prestige Haus, we’ve been doing some deep dives into the top wine-making countries around the world. We’ve given you some histo
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Ciao! Welcome to the wine-rich region of Italy, where the is delicious, the grapes are plentiful, and the labels are, well, often confusing. Italian wine regions are some of the most difficult to understand. Italy is the leading wine-producing country at around 19% of the world’s wine, though. So they’re worth learning about.
There are plenty of Italian wine regions, each with its
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Hungary is an enticing destination for travelers because of its rich culture, history, architecture, food, and spas. In fact, the region boasts over 1,500 thermal spas! But wine? At least here in the USA, local “oversized” wine stores do not typically have a “Wines from Hungary” section. France, Spain, Germany? Sure! Chile and South Africa, yes! But Hungary? That’s less common.
That’s why America
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New Zealand may seem late to the show. But in only 50 years, it has made a name for itself in the wine world.
Winemaking in New Zealand dates back to the mid-19th century. But it didn’t really take off until after the 1970s. Up until that time, New Zealand was known for its beef, dairy, and wool. But in 1973, Britain opted to become part of the European Economic Community. This move severed i
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Australia may not be the most notable wine region in the world, but it shouldn’t be discounted. As the 7th largest wine producer around the globe, Australia produces at least 1,200 million liters of wine each year. And because it produces much more than its inhabitants consume, it’s actually the 4th largest wine exporter, as well.
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Often Overlooked and Underrated, German Wines will Surprise You
When you ask someone about German wines, you usually get one of two responses. One waxes on about the elegant dry whites, while the other dismisses the whole country for its cheap, sweet, un-oaked whites with low ABV. So, unless you are big into white wines, especially Rieslings, you probably don’t know much about German w
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Beautiful, scenic Austria is synonymous with such pop culture icons as The Sound of Music, Gustav Klimt, Mozart, and the Alps. Austria is a tiny country nestled deep in the mountains. It is known for its sausages, schnitzel, spaetzle, and Märzen and Hefeweisen beer. But it also has a powerful reputation as a wine producer.
Austria has three major wine-growing regions: Niederösterreich (Lower A
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The U.S.A. has been producing wine since before it became a fully-fledged, independent country. Before the original red, white, and blue flag flew proudly in the colonies, grapes were growing. Vineyards had already sprouted all over the fledgling nation.
Did you see our previous article, Wine
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France and wine go hand in hand. At the store, at a restaurant, or at home searching for a bottle of wine? It’s highly likely that you’ll find a wine region in France on one of the labels. There are vineyards scattered throughout the country. And it’s responsible for producing up to 8 billion bottles each year.
Whether you’re a wine
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The United States hasn’t been producing wine for that long, compared to the Old World. But it has come a long way in a relatively short amount of time. We may be the new kids on the block. But as of 2019, the United States was the fourth-highest wine-producing nation in the world. Pretty good standing for a country that is only 244 years old!
The States are coming up quickly in the world o
