Discover the fascinating story of phylloxera, the tiny louse that nearly devastated Europe’s vineyards in the 1800s. Learn how this crisis was averted by grafting European vines onto resilient American rootstock, a groundbreaking solution that saved the wine industry. This intriguing piece of history reveals how today’s wine is a blend of European tradition and American ingenuity, with every bottle symbolizing an extraordinary transatlantic partnership. Join us for more captivating tales of survival and innovation, and find out how a little-known insect changed the course of wine history forever.
