If you enjoy California chardonnay, you likely have Charles Wente and his children to thank for it. Wente came to America in the 19th century. Upon arrival, he learned how to make wine from famed vintner Charles Krug. In 1883, he established a 47 acre estate and winery in the Livermore Valley, 45 miles east of San Francisco. In 1908, Wente planted the first chardonnay vines in the valley. In 19...
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