Some years explode into history with fireworks, and then there are the quiet revolutions. With Bicentennial celebrations taking place around the nation, 1976 was also one of those deceptive years
The Hudson Valley’s own pioneering winemaker Cesar Baeza has been a leader in New York’s wine industry throughout his career. A few highlights follow.
Read on for a look at twelve of the region’s most pioneering craftspeople and industry professionals to get their take on the future of the industry.
As the birthplace of American viticulture, the Hudson Valley has its share of pioneers. Here’s a look at a few who helped shape the Hudson Valley’s wine industry.
Prohibition may have dealt applejack a near death blow back in 1920 when the law went into effect, but apple brandy, commonly known as “applejack,” is once again making a name for itself as a popular American drink.
During the nineteenth century, the Mid-Hudson River Valley was one of the top three centers of American horticulture and fruit breeding, especially for grapes. At its height in 1890, the region was home to more than 13,000 acres of vineyards.
At one minute after midnight on July 1, 1919, the dream of “dry” reformers became a reality when the Wartime Prohibition Act went into effect.
Beer has a long history in New York, stretching back almost 400 years to the time of the first Dutch colonists. From that point, the state took a leading role in brewing in the country, and by the time of Prohibition, New Yorkers made more beer and drank more beer than any other state in the Union.
The Hudson River Valley has long been known as a world-class destination for art, wine and cultural experiences. From the early days of the 19th century, there was a distinctly entrepreneurial feel to the growth of these three industries in this region.
To the great majority of wine drinkers, the label is the key to the wine they are planning to purchase. A glance at the label on a bottle will reveal a great deal about viticultural origins, style, and most importantly, the sort of taste to expect.