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What Are the Major Wine Grapes of the Czech Republic?

Portions of this post were originally published in WineBusiness.com The Czech Republic has been making wine since the 13th century, yet most global consumers only know the country for Czech beer. So what are the major wine grapes that are grown and produced in the Czech Republic? Czech Village with Grapevines The answer is a little fuzzy because many of the ancient vineyards of the Czech Republic were torn out during the Soviet Era and replanted with wheat. It has only been about 30 years now that Czechs have been reclaiming their wine-making heritage. Now with more than [...]

By |2021-01-22T21:55:15-08:00August 18, 2019|

Four Wineries to Visit in the Czech Republic Wine Region of Moravia

If you’re planning a trip to Prague, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, then consider adding a couple of extra days to your trip so you can visit Moravia- the major wine region of the Czech Republic. Only a short 2 hour drive south of Prague, this region delights with its landscape of rolling hills, tiny flower-bedecked villages, and delicious fresh wines paired with regional Czech cuisine. Wine Village in the Czech Republic Region of Moravia I was fortunate enough to be able to visit this region in September of 2018 with my mother, right at [...]

By |2021-01-22T21:55:36-08:00August 11, 2019|
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