#mourvèdre

[wine-picks]

🇫🇷 🍷 It's Saturday night and I'm loving this 2022 Rémy Ferbras Plan de Dieu Côtes du Rhône-Villages (89 pts, $18) from France. Arrived in LCBO VINTAGES last month. Great buy! Full review: https://rebrand.ly/360287

[ripeteeth]

many-sentence sunday

I recently reread Good Omens and was suddenly reminded of how idiotic and delightful these two freaks are, and then this started to spill out:

The mime slowly felt his way around the invisible box; Crowley tried not to look at Aziraphale. He was always trying not to look at Aziraphale; by the time the angel laid a hand on his arm, he was a lost cause.

“Would you mind terribly?” His lower lip did the thing that Crowley hated. “You know how Above gets when we don’t keep our hands clean.”

Crowley raised a brow. Seemed a bit rich to borrow someone else’s hands to do your dirty work. Still, he’d never been able to deny the angel.

“It’s about free will,” Aziraphale had once told him somewhere in Valencia, nosing over a glass of Manzanilla. “They must have the potential to do evil, even up to the last moment.”

Crowley chewed on an almond, thinking. “But what if someone was threatening them? Gun at their head and all that. Not really fair to ask them to do the right thing and kill them if they don’t.”

Both thought of the martyrs they’d met throughout the years. Odd ducks, the lot; Aziraphale shuddered. ”Well, Evil is there to be thwarted, otherwise how would you have the Good? That’s its whole purpose.”

“Could just make them all Good, couldn’t you? The humans?”

Aziraphale paused. “Suppose it would be a lot easier,” he admitted. “But the Plan is-“

”Ineffable,” Crowley had groaned. “I get it.”

It was a conversation they’d had before. It cropped up every few centuries, like an ignored system update, but it was always the same. It would always be the same.

The mime popped out of existence.

“Oh, thank you,” Aziraphale beamed. “Shall we order a bottle then? I had this exquisite Côte-Rotie just a few weeks ago.” A pause. “It reminded me of you.”

“Sure, angel,” Crowley said, and swallowed back the rest.

“Do you remember the first time we came here?” Blue eyes matched the sky above; Crowley drowned in him, watching how Aziraphale took in the vineyard with a shining, swiveling look. Crowley packed that vision away to remember later, and dusted off another.

“1900. Just after the epidemic.” The insect phylloxera had arrived in 1863, creeping through the vines, sucking away the moisture until all that was left were dead leaves to sweep at the dirt. Nearly all of Europe’s vineyards had been destroyed; Crowley had awoken from his long nap in 1897 and, when he heard the news, nearly gone right back to sleep.

“Mmm. We had a bottle of the Beaucastel. Beautiful wine. Plums. Crushed blackberries. Fresh tobacco. You make yours mainly with Mourvèdre too, don’t you, Crowley?”

The tips of his ears were warm. “Wanna split the tartare?”

[shibasommelier]

2020 Bruma Plan B

Another fun wine from Mexico! Plums, cherries red licorice, green pepper with a hint of sanguine and earthy notes on the nose. Loads of plums and cherries on the palate. Soft feel from the Merlot with nice acidity. Fruitier on the palate but less earthy than on the nose.

3/5 bones

$$

Mourvèdre (35%), Grenache (15%), Syrah (15%), Malbec (15%), Merlot (10%), Montepulciano (10%)

13% abv

Valle de Guadalupe, MEXICO

[rougevingirl]

❝prompts with wine❞

Here are some prompt ideas for those who are feeling uninspired to ask for, just choose a number from the numbering alongside and send an "ask" with the WINE NAME and the chosen number, you can also choose a number between (1-357), the request in general is random, but if you want the link to read, you can send me a message or in the comments.

Remember to always choose a number from the ones provided! Example: Malbec (8) - Sidney Prescott

★ Albariño - comforting dialogue (1-9)

★ Arbane - responses to “what changed?” (1-11)

★ Bobal - exes to lovers (1-10)

★ Cabernet franc - fight and flight dialogue (1-15)

★ Cabernet sauvignon - romantic gestures (1-14)

★ Carignan - summer holiday with friends (1-15)

★ Carménère - you don’t love me the way that i love you (1-10)

★ Chardonnay - responses to "i love you.” (1-16)

★ Chenin blanc - responses to “i hate you.” (1-15)

★ Garnacha - realizing their s/o is dead, prompts + dialogue (1-12)

★ Malbec - angst argument (1-16)

★ Merlot - secret dating (1-17)

★ Montepulciano - domestic afternoons (1-19)

★ Moscato - asking them out on a date fluffy dialogue (1-15)

★ Mourvèdre - “what were we?” angst dialogue answer (1-15)

★ Petit Verdot -did you… ? (1-20)

★ Pinot grigio - blossoming romance (1-30)

★ Pinot noir - spicy prompts (1-25)

★ Riesling - appreciating physical traits (1-15)

★ Sangiovese - lana del rey inspired (1-20)

★ Sauvignon blanc - midnight rambling (1-17)

★ Syrah - kisses (1-21)

© rougevingirl - scream and horror writer

[brookstonalmanac]

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Annie (Film; 1982)

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Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid (Film; 1982)

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Lunch Poems, by Frank O'Hara (Poetry; 1963)

Mad Max 2 (Film; 1982)

Mask of Orpheus, by Harrison Birtwistle (Opera; 1986)

Maybellene, recorded by Chuck Berry (Song; 1955)

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Notting Hill (Film; 1999)

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Pagliacci, by Ruggero Leoncavallo (Opera; 1892)

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Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be, sung by Doris Day (Song; 1956)

The Real World (TV Series; 1992)

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The Rhinemann Exchange, by Robert Ludlum (Novel; 1974)

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The Secret of the Hittites, by C.W. Ceram (History Book; 1956)

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Snow Excuse (WB MM Cartoon; 1966)

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Touch of Evil (Film; 1958)

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Calendar Changes

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Saint Paul (Catholicism) [Month 6 of 13; Positivist]

[kakivino]

Teusner 2011 The Dog Strangler Mataró

The third wheel in the GSM blend gets its due. Unorthodox choice of name. Aromas chockful of blue fruit and violets, pepper, earth and game go berserk beneath the menacing exterior. Gives off a certain bravado and rusticity unique to its ancestral root: savory, mouthfilling with big but tamed tannins. Sour plum and hawflakes finish. This feral varietal is the ‘yang’ to the ‘yin’ of its svelter partner grenache. Highly individualistic. — ★★★

Appellation: Barossa Valley Region: Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia Subzone: Cépage: 100% Mataro (Mourvèdre) Abv: 14% Production: Élevage: Distributor: n/a

Critic Reviews:

[oenodyssee]

Pour une lampée de vin langue

Chez la famille Chaume // Domaine Chaume-Arnaud // Vinsobres // Côte-du-Rhône

« Un point d’écart est-ce désaccord ? » J'ai pondu cette phrase pour Synapses en écho à la défaite de l’équipe bleue contre l’équipe verte en quart de finale de la coupe du monde de rugby. Elle me revient après que Valérie Chaume m’a fait remarquer qu’en traversant la rivière pour gagner le domaine Chaume-Arnaud j’ai changé de département, passant du Vaucluse à la Drôme, mais aussi de région (Provence-Alpes-Côte -d’Azur / Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes) et, surtout, que d’une rive à l’autre le cours d’eau a changé de nom : l’Aygues est devenu l’Eygues. « Une lettre d’écort est-ce désaccard ? »

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« Comprendre qu’il y a un espace infini entre chaque atome de langage » écrit Valère Novarina dans une langue inconnue un merveilleux petit livre dans lequel il réfléchit sur le patois savoyard, ses multiples variations d’un hameau à l’autre, d’une vallée à l’autre ; chatoiement dans lequel il voit « un lien mystérieux ressenti entre le renouvellement des plis du paysage et celui des mots, un sentiment du paysage parlé ». Non loin, se trouve la mosaïque des paysages bus : toutes ces topographies, ces géologies, tous ces écosystèmes, ces microbiotes, qui depuis mon départ, se sont exprimés en moi par le canal du vin. Comprendre que chaque vin est le signal d’une possibilité de langage.

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Avant la présentation de Rhapsode je propose aux vignerons qui m’accueillent de partager un verre avec l’assistance. C’est à partir de cet ancrage liquide que la performance va se dire et s’entendre, qu’elle va prendre sa teinte unique, se distinguer des précédentes, des prochaines. Il arrive cependant que les circonstances en décident autrement et qu’à la place d’une parcelle locale ce soit le coteau d’un ami ou la combe d’une consœur qui soit servie. Et j’apprécie aussi cette curiosité et ce goût pour la manière des autres — « et dans manière il y a main » note Valère —, la joie de s’échanger des bouteilles que je constate souvent dans le petit monde du vin nature. Ce soir c’est Philippe, mari de Valérie et père de leur trois fils Thibaud, Raphaël et Samuel, qui est à la manœuvre.  Le premier verre est un taillis fleuri blanc du Mas de Libian, le deuxième un col oiselé rouge du domaine Gramenon. L’accostage à  Chaume-Arnaud se fait au troisième verre dans une trouée violette en cœur de ripisylve. La performance peut commencer.

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Je bois donc une goulée de Vinsobres : Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Counoise. « Chaque langue s’ouvre comme un puits de mémoire » écrit le dramaturge suisse. Une généalogie se diffuse en moi, se mêlant à celle d’Orphée. Orphée devenant progressivement vigneron. Vigneron par son dire. Au loin, dans la nuit, on devine la silhouette tourmentée des Baronnies. La famille de Valérie est paysanne, protestante et communiste. Au départ c’est elle qui se lance, sans aucune aide de ses parents, à vendre des abricots au bord des routes puis, au sortir du Lycée agricole où elle a rencontré Philippe, se risque à la vigne, au bio, à la biodynamie.  Son pari : produire des vins nature toujours « loyaux et marchands » tout en maintenant une production diversifiée de fruits et d’olives Nyons. Philippe, lui, est athée et rugbyman. Formé au "machinisme agricole cultures tropicales équatoriales et méditerranéennes", on lui propose de partir Outre-mer. Il reste, pour Valérie. Ils feront grandir le domaine ensemble, 60 hectares aujourd’hui « tout en fermage :  la propriété ne m’intéresse pas » a précisé Valérie. Ils donneront naissance à trois enfants. Deux rugbymen professionnels revenus travailler au domaine, et un agronome, en partance pour la Côte d’Ivoire. Caractère et solidarité. Dans et au-delà l’humain. J’ai donc bu une goulée de Vinsobres.

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Puis j’ai mélangé les verres, les lettres et la ponctuation, j’ai joué de la métaphorminx et nous avons parlé ma « langue à un » selon l’expression de Valère. Puis, sans penser au lendemain, j’ai rebattu les verres, les lettres et la ponctuation.

[mediocrityisoverrated]

Got some recommendations from my sommelier friend, for interested parties.

For the dick:

-Mourvèdre ("maybe even a Texas Mourvèdre") because it's a little musky, bright fruity tones, and pretty soft tannin.

-Chassagne Montrachet

-"an oakier Bourgogne chard would be great alongside some dick"

For the pussy:

-Sicilian Etna Bianco because it has "high acidity and briney minerals" (he doesn't partake of the pussy so he's doing some guesswork here)

while they share a similar base flavor, dick tastes more umami while pussy tastes more acidic, though recent menstruation conveys an overwhelming metallic flavor that some diners object to (though i am not one of them). recommended wine pairings are

[winespector]

Le Saviez-vous ?

Découvrez le Ventoux Rouge avec ses cépages Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre et Carignan 🍇🍷 Des notes fruitées et épicées qui en font un vin incontournable ! 🌟 Quel est votre cépage préfér�� dans ce mélange ? Partagez avec nous en commentaire ! 💬🍇 #VentouxRouge #Cépages #Vins

[thewinevoyage]

7 Delicious Reasons Wine Blends Are Your 2025 Must-Sip What Are Wine Blends, Anyway?Reason 1: Wine Blends Are Flavor Fireworks Reason 2: They’re Built for Balance Reason 3: Wine Blends Love Food Reason 4: They’re Winemaker Magic Reason 5: Wine Blends Fit Every Budget Reason 6: They’re a Global Mash-Up Reason 7: Wine Blends Are Pure Fun Top Wine Blends to Sip in 2025 How to Enjoy Wine Blends Right Where to Find Your Wine Blends Fix Why Wine Blends Rock in 2025 Other interesting links 7 Delicious Reasons Wine Blends Are Your 2025 Must-Sip Wine blends are like a perfect playlist—different grapes, harmonized into something unforgettable. Picture a bold Bordeaux mix of Cabernet and Merlot or a zesty white blend of Sauvignon and Sémillon. In 2025, wine blends are stealing the spotlight, proving that teamwork makes the dream work in every glass. Whether you’re a purist or just love a good sip, these artful mixes offer flavor, balance, and fun. Ready to dive into the world of wine blends? Here are seven reasons they’re worth your pour—and your palate. Let’s sip and celebrate. What Are Wine Blends, Anyway? Wine blends are exactly that—wines made by mixing different grape varieties. Think of a winemaker as a chef, blending Cabernet Sauvignon’s structure with Merlot’s softness, or Chardonnay’s richness with Pinot Gris’ zip. It’s not random—each grape brings something to the table: flavor, body, acidity, or aroma. Some blends are famous—like Bordeaux or GSM (Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre)—while others are wild cards. Red, white, or rosé, wine blends aim for balance and brilliance. In 2025, they’re the tasty proof that more can be more. Biodynamic Wine Reason 1: Wine Blends Are Flavor Fireworks Wine blends don’t hold back—they’re a party in your mouth. A red blend might fuse blackberry from Zinfandel with spice from Syrah. A white blend could layer peach from Viognier with citrus from Sauvignon Blanc. Every sip pops with variety. Pour a few for friends and unpack the notes—it’s a team building experience that’s lively and layered. Reason 2: They’re Built for Balance Single-varietal wines shine, but wine blends perfect the art of harmony. A grape that’s too tannic gets softened; one too light gets a boost. Bordeaux blends Cabernet’s grip with Merlot’s plushness for a smooth ride. It’s teamwork at its tastiest. Share a balanced blend at a team building dinner—it’s wine that plays nice with everyone. Reason 3: Wine Blends Love Food Wine blends are food’s best buddy. Their complexity pairs with a crazy range—think a GSM red with grilled lamb or a white blend with spicy shrimp. The mix of grapes means they adapt, hitting sweet, savory, or salty notes just right. Test pairings with your crew—steak, sushi, cheese. It’s a team building experience that’s deliciously versatile. Reason 4: They’re Winemaker Magic Wine blends are where creativity shines. Winemakers tweak ratios—70% Cabernet, 20% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot—or throw in wild cards like Malbec. It’s not just mixing; it’s crafting, blending vintages or regions for a signature sip. Sip one and toast the artistry—it’s a team building moment that celebrates the maker’s touch. Reason 5: Wine Blends Fit Every Budget You don’t need deep pockets for great wine blends. A $15 Côtes du Rhône mixes Grenache and Syrah into earthy bliss. Splurge-worthy? A Super Tuscan like Tignanello blends Sangiovese with Cabernet for luxe vibes. Options abound. Grab a range—cheap to chic—and taste the spread. It’s a team building experience that’s wallet-friendly and wow-worthy. Reason 6: They’re a Global Mash-Up Wine blends span the planet, mixing local flair with universal appeal. France’s Bordeaux blends are iconic; Australia’s GSMs roar with fruit. California’s Meritage plays with Bordeaux grapes, while South Africa tosses Chenin into white mixes. Taste the world in a glass—it’s a team building trip that’s blended to perfection. Reason 7: Wine Blends Are Pure Fun Wine blends don’t take themselves too seriously—they’re a good time. No grape snobbery, just tasty combos that invite you in. A fruity red blend or a spritzy white mix says “relax and enjoy.” In 2025, that vibe’s everything. Pour it for a laid-back team building experience—it’s wine that’s all about the joy. Top Wine Blends to Sip in 2025 Ready to mix it up? Here’s a lineup to love: Château Pesquié Ventoux (Rhône, France): Grenache-Syrah—spicy and smooth. Orin Swift Abstract (California, USA): Wild red mix—bold and artsy. Tablas Creek Patelin de Tablas Blanc (Paso Robles, USA): White blend—crisp and floral. Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet-Shiraz (Australia): Rich and iconic—Down Under star. Banfi Centine Rosso (Tuscany, Italy): Sangiovese blend—easy and earthy. These wine blends are your ticket to tasty—grab one and sip. How to Enjoy Wine Blends Right Wine blends are easygoing but shine with care. Reds? Room temp (60-65°F/16-18°C); whites chilled (45-50°F/7-10°C). Swirl to wake the flavors—blends love air. Big glasses let the mix breathe. Pour slow, taste deep—it’s a team building experience that’s simple yet special. Where to Find Your Wine Blends Fix Wine blends are everywhere—wine shops, grocery aisles, online hubs. Look for “blend” or regional names like Bordeaux or Rhône. Wineries love mixing it up—tastings let you sample the craft with a vineyard view. It’s a team building outing that’s blended bliss. Crave more? Curated trips to blend-heavy regions—like Bordeaux or California’s Central Coast—pair sips with scenery. It’s a mix-master adventure. Why Wine Blends Rock in 2025 Wine blends aren’t just wine—they’re a collab. They’re tasty, balanced, and built for fun, blending the best of every grape into something bigger. In 2025, when we’re all about connection, wine blends deliver—a sip that’s greater than the sum of its parts. So grab a bottle, rally your crew, and toast the mix. Make it a team building experience that’s flavorful, friendly, and unforgettable. Wine blends don’t divide—they unite. Cheers to that. Hashtags: #WineBlends #WineLovers #BlendedBeauty #WineTasting #MixItUp #WinePairings #WineAdventures #TastyMixes #Wine2025 #SipTheBlend Find out more about our experiences. You may also want to check out our gallery for past events. Other interesting links CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE Team Building blog Wine Courses THE BLIND TASTING COMPETITION THE PERFECT BLEND COMPETITION TEQUILA & MEZCAL EXPERIENCE Food & Wine Pairing VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES Links to other interesting articles: 73-powerful-team-building-activities unlock-the-fun-with-18-virtual-team-building-activities powerful-tips-for-crafting-a-company-culture Links to other interesting articles: 19-amazing-virtual-team-building-activities 35-powerful-team-building-activities 5-minute-team-building-activities more-than-50-powerful-team-building-activities Read the full article

[spokenwines]

Discover the Timeless Elegance of Hewitson Wines – Crafted with Heritage and Passion

Hewitson Wines is a name synonymous with tradition, craftsmanship, and bold Australian flavor. Sourced from some of the world’s oldest vines, every bottle tells a story of heritage and innovation. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, Hewitson Wines offers a rich, full-bodied experience that captures the essence of Barossa Valley terroir. From rare Mourvèdre blends to elegant Shiraz and crisp Riesling, these wines reflect generations of winemaking excellence. Explore their diverse portfolio and elevate your next celebration or dinner pairing with a wine brand that values quality, sustainability, and authenticity at its core.

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Unlitro 2024: il carattere dell'annata prende forma. Un blend gentile per il rosso conviviale di Ampeleia.

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Holidays 5.21

Holidays

Afro-Colombian Day (Colombia)

Anti-Terrorism Day (India)

Battle of Iquique Anniversary Day (Chile)

Capitol Build Day (New York)

Circassian Day of Mourning

Day of Culture and Art Workers (Kazakhstan)

Day of Interethnic Harmony and Cultural Diversity (Ukraine)

Day of Patriots and Military (Hungary)

Day of the Political Prisoner (Belarus)

Emergency Medical Services Day

EMS Health, Wellness & Resilience Day

End of the World Day

Feast of the Triple Scoop

521 Day

Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Hug Your Interior Designer Day

Hummel Day (a.k.a. Sister Maria Hummel Day)

’I Need A Patch For That’ Day

International Day of Statistical Literacy

Journée Nationale des Patriotes (National Patriots' Day; Quebec)

Keanu Reeves Day

National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

National Legacy Day

National Magazine Day

National Mamey Day

National Memo Day

National Rock n Roll Podcast Day

National Spiritual Baptist Day (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines)

National Talk Like Yoda Day

Natura 2000 Day (EU)

Navy Day (Chile)

Passion Play Day (Germany)

Pilottwt Selfie Day

Pogo Stick Day

Polar Explorer’s Day (Russia)

Rapture Party Day (2011 prediction by Harold Camping)

Recommerce Day

Red Cross Day

Saint Helena Day (Saint Helena)

Sanja Matsuri begins (Tokyo, Japan)

Slap a Patch On It Day

United States Cyber Command Day

World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (UN)

World Meditation Day (UK)

Food & Drink Celebrations

International Tea Day (UN) [also 12.15]

International Tennessee Whiskey Day

National Mourvèdre Day

National Waitstaff Day (a.k.a. Waiters and Waitresses Day)

Strawberries and Cream Day

World Chardonnay Day

Nature Celebrations

Agricultural Fair Day

Daylilly Day (French Republic)

Day of Nature (France)

Lilies and Roses Day (UK)

Purple Star of Jerusalem Day (a.k.a. Jack-Go-To-Bed-At-Noon)

Red Larkspur (Freedom; Korean Birth Flowers)

World Fish Migration Day

World Tree Kangaroo Day

Independence, Flag & Related Days

Malabon (City Founded; Philippines)

Montenegro (from Serbia, 2006)

New Zealand (Proclaimed a British Colony; 1840)

Southwest Vineland (Declared; 2021) [unrecognized]

Valentia Riqueza and Grandeza (a.k.a. ValeVRG; Declared; 2022) [unrecognized]

3rd Wednesday in May

Hump Day [Every Wednesday]

International Customer Support Day [3rd Wednesday]

International Trauma Survivors Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Employee Health & Fitness Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Juice Slush Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Parent Peer Support Provider Appreciation Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Playday for Health [3rd Wednesday]

National Trauma Survivors Day [3rd Wednesday]

Philly Loves PAWS Day (Philadelphia) [3rd Wednesday]

Turn Beauty Inside Out Day [3rd Wednesday]

Wacky Wednesday [Every Wednesday]

Wandering Wednesday [3rd Wednesday of Each Month]

Website Wednesday [Every Wednesday]

Wiener Wednesday [3rd Wednesday of Each Month]

Weekly Holidays beginning May 21 (3rd Full Week of May)

Fleet Week (New York, New York) [thru 5.27]

Mailbox Improvement Week (thru 5.27)

Festivals On or Beginning May 21, 2025

Bergen International Festival (Bergen, Norway) [thru 6.4]

Lightning in a Bottle (Bakersfield, California) [thru 5.25]

Soul Beach Music Festival (Philipsburg, Sint Maarten) [thru 5.26]

Van Cliburn International Piano Competition (Fort Worth, Texas) [thry 6.7]

Ware Shoals Catfish Feastival (Ware Shoals, South Carolina) [thru 5.24]

Feast Days

Adílio Daronch and Manuel Gómez González (Christian; Saint)

Agonalia (Ancient Rome) [also 1.9 & 12.11]

Anastenaria (Fire-Walking Ritual; Ancient Greece)

Andrew Bobola (Christian; Martyr)

Arcangelo Tadini (Christian; Saint)

Christopher Magallanes, and other Saints of the Cristero War (Christian; Saint)

Collen (Christian; Saint)

Day of the Twins: Beginning of Gemini (Astrology/Pagan)

Emperor Constantine I (Christian; Saint)

Eugène de Mazenod (Christian; Saint)

Felix of Cantalicio (Christian; Saint)

Festival for Vevodus (God of the Dead, Swamps & Volvanic Movements; Ancient Rome)

Festival of Demeter (Greek Barley Mother Goddess)

Festival of Vejovis (Roman God of Healing)

42 Day (Pastafarian)

Franz Jägerstätter (Christian; Saint)

Free Money Day (Church of the SubGenius)

Godric of Finkley (Christian; Saint)

Green Four-Net (Muppetism)

Helena of Constantinople (a.k.a. "Feast of the Holy Great Sovereigns Constantine and Helen, Equal-to-the-Apostles,” Eastern Orthodox Church, Anglican Communion)

Hospitius (Christian; Saint)

John Elliot (Episcopal Church)

Nestinarstvo (Fire-Walking Ritual; Ancient Bulgaria)

Nost-na-Lothion (Elven feast for the birth of flowers; Lord of the Rings)

Ponder Pointlessness Day (Pastafarian)

Saint Camping’s Day (Discordian)

St. Luke (Positivist; Saint)

Theophilus of Corte (Christian; Saint)

Lunar Calendar Holidays

Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 24 (Geng-Yin)

Day Pillar: Metal Tiger

12-Day Officers/12 Gods: Receive Day (收 Shou) [Inauspicious]

Holidays: Grain Full Day

Secular Saints Days

Édouard-Henri Avril (Art)

Bill Barber (Music)

Raymond Burr (Entertainment)

Bill Champlain (Music)

Robert Creeley (Literature)

Chen Dayu (Art)

Albrecht Dürer (Art)

Al Franken (Entertainment)

Rudolf Koller (Art)

John McLaughlin (Art)

Robert Montgomery (Entertainment)

Plato (Philosophy)

Alexander Pope (Literature)

Judge Reinhold (Entertainment)

Marc Ribot (Music)

Harold Robbins (Literature)

Henri Rousseau (Art)

Mr. T (Entertainment)

Fats Waller (Music)

Today’s National Name Days

National Albrecht Day

National Henri Day

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Sakimake (先負 Japan) [Bad luck in the morning, good luck in the afternoon.]

Umu Limnu (Evil Day; Babylonian Calendar; 24 of 60)

Premieres

Agents of Fortune, by Blue Oyster Cult (Album; 1976)

Alison, by Elvis Costello (Song; 1977)

American Red Cross (Charity Organization; 1881)

Annie (Film; 1982)

Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere, by The Who (Song; 1965)

The Awakening of America (Paramount-Bray Pictographs Cartoon; 1917)

Bobby Bumps and the Sand Lizard (Paramount-Bray Pictographs Cartoon; 1919)

The Conquest of Everest, by John Hurt (Memoir; 1954)

Chips Ahoy (Donald Duck Disney Cartoon; 1955)

A Chorus Line (Broadway Musical; 1975)

Curtain Razor (WB LT Cartoon; 1949)

Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid (Film; 1982)

The Deep Blue Good-By, by John D. MacDonald (Novel; 1964)

Donald’s Dream Voice (Donald Duck Disney Cartoon; 1948)

Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (Silent Film; 1908)

The Egg Hunt (Color Rhapsody Cartoon; 1940)

Fingertips, recorded by Stevie Wonder (Song; 1963)

The First Circus (Tony Sarg’s Almanac Cartoon; 1921)

Flivvering (Mutt & Jeff Cartoon; 1921)

Flop Goes the Weasel (Blue Ribbon Hit Parade Cartoon; 1947)

The Foxy Pups (Color Rhapsody Cartoon; 1937)

Gimme All Your Lovin’, by ZZ Top (Music Video; 1983)

Godzilla vs. Kong (Film; 2021)

Gypsy (Broadway Musical; 1959)

Hassle in a Castle (Woody Woodpecker Cartoon; 1966)

His Pipe Dreams (Vincent Whitman Cartoon; 1915)

Hot Shots! Part Deux (Film; 1993)

Injun Trouble (WB LT Cartoon; 1938)

I Sing the Body Electric! & Other Stories, by Ray Bradbury (Short Stories; 1969)

Jasper’s Music Lesson (Madcap Modes George Pal Cartoon; 1943)

Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet (Marque Musical Disney Cartoon; 1954)

A Jolt for General Germ (Fleischer Cartoon; 1931)

Lunch Poems, by Frank O'Hara (Poetry; 1963)

Mad Max 2 (Film; 1982)

Mask of Orpheus, by Harrison Birtwistle (Opera; 1986)

Maybellene, recorded by Chuck Berry (Song; 1955)

McCartney II, by Paul McCartney (Album; 1980)

Mouse for Sale (Tom & Jerry Cartoon; 1955)

Naked Came the Stranger (Adult Film; 1975)

Notting Hill (Film; 1999)

Ohio, by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (Song; 1970)

The Optimist's Daughter, by Eudora Welty (Novella; 1972)

Pagliacci, by Ruggero Leoncavallo (Opera; 1892)

Past Perfumance (WB MM Cartoon; 1955)

Pigs Is Pigs (Disney Cartoon; 1954)

Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be, sung by Doris Day (Song; 1956)

Ram, by Paul McCartney (Album; 1971)

A Rare Bird (Mutt & Jeff Cartoon; 1921)

The Real World (TV Series; 1992)

Red Rubber Ball, by The Circle (Song; 1966)

The Return of the Pink Panther (Film; 1975)

The Rhinemann Exchange, by Robert Ludlum (Novel; 1974)

Riptide, by Vance Joy (Song; 2013)

The Road Warrior (Film; 1982)

Safety Spin (Mt. Magoo UPA Cartoon; 1953)

The Secret of the Hittites, by C.W. Ceram (History Book; 1956)

Shrek Forever After (Animated Film; 2010)

Snow Excuse (WB MM Cartoon; 1966)

Sour, by Olivia Rodrigo (Album; 2021)

Spaced Out Bunny (WB Cartoon; 1980)

Spinning Wheel, by Blood, Sweat & Tears (Song; 1969)

Spring Antics (Aesop’s Sound Fable Cartoon; 1932)

Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (UK Film; 1980)

Step On It (Fleischer Cartoon for Texas Oil; 1931)

Superman in the Underground World (Fleischer/Famous Superman Cartoon; 1943) [#16]

Terminator Salvation (Film; 2009)

Touch of Evil (Film; 1958)

Twin Peaks: The Return (TV Series; 2017)

The Twisker Pitcher (Fleischer Popeye Cartoon; 1937)

Under the Boardwalk, recorded by The Drifters (Song; 1964)

What’s Going On, by Marvin Gaye (Album; 1971)

Today’s Name Days

Christoph, Constantin, Josef, Julio (Austria)

Elena, Konstantin, Kosta, Kostadin, Kostadinka, Lenko, Stoyan (Bulgaria)

Dubravka, Eugen, Kristofor (Croatia)

Monika (Czech Republic)

Helene (Denmark)

Kindel, Konstantin, Kostel, Tiino (Estonia)

Konsta, Konstantin, Kosti (Finland)

Constantin (France)

Hermann, Konst, Wiltrud (Germany)

Constantine, Constantina, Elena, Elene, Eleni, Helen, Konstantina, Konstantinos, Lena, Nantia (Greece)

Konstantin (Hungary)

Angelo, Giulia, Vittorio (Italy)

Ernestine, Ingmārs, Vinija (Latvia)

Vaidivutis, Valentas, Vydmina (Lithuania)

Eli, Ellen, Helene (Norway)

Donat, Donata, Jan, Kryspin, Przecława, Pudens, Tymoteusz, Walenty, Wiktor, Wiktoriusz (Poland)

Constantin, Elena (România)

Zina (Slovakia)

Cristóbal, Virginia (Spain)

Conny, Konstantin (Sweden)

Constance, Constantine, Helen (Ukraine)

Adelric, Adiel, Audric, Keaton, Kendrick (USA)

Today is Also…

Day of Year: Day 141 of 2025; 224 days remaining in the year

ISO Week: Day 3 of Week 21 of 2025

Celtic Tree Calendar: Huath (Hawthorn) [Day 9 of 28]

Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 24 (Geng-Yin)

Chinese Year of the: Snake 4723 (until February 17, 2026) [Ding-Chou]

Coptic: 13 Bashans 1741

Druid Tree Calendar: Chestnut (May 15-24) [Day 7 of 10]

Hebrew: 23 Iyar 5785

Islamic: 23 Dhu al-Qada 1446

Julian: 8 May 2025

Moon: 37%: Waning Crescent

Positivist: 1 Saint Paul (6th Month) [St. Luke]

Runic Half Month: Ing (Expansive Energy) [Day 8 of 15] (thru 5.28)

Season: Spring (Day 62 of 92)

SUn Calendar: 21 Magenta; Seventhday [21 of 30]

Week: 3rd Full Week of May

Zodiac:

Tropical (Typical) Zodiac: Gemini (Day 1 of 31)

Sidereal Zodiac: Taurus (Day 7 of 32)

Schmidt Zodiac: Cetus (Day 10 of 26)

IAU Boundaries (Current) Zodiac: Aries (Day 8 of 39)

IAU Boundaries (1977) Zodiac: Aries (Day 8 of 37)

Calendar Changes

Gemini (The Twins) begins [Tropical (Typical) Zodiac Sign 6 of 12; thru 6.20]

Saint Paul (Catholicism) [Month 6 of 13; Positivist]

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Holidays 5.21

Holidays

Afro-Colombian Day (Colombia)

Anti-Terrorism Day (India)

Battle of Iquique Anniversary Day (Chile)

Capitol Build Day (New York)

Circassian Day of Mourning

Day of Culture and Art Workers (Kazakhstan)

Day of Interethnic Harmony and Cultural Diversity (Ukraine)

Day of Patriots and Military (Hungary)

Day of the Political Prisoner (Belarus)

Emergency Medical Services Day

EMS Health, Wellness & Resilience Day

End of the World Day

Feast of the Triple Scoop

521 Day

Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Hug Your Interior Designer Day

Hummel Day (a.k.a. Sister Maria Hummel Day)

’I Need A Patch For That’ Day

International Day of Statistical Literacy

Journée Nationale des Patriotes (National Patriots' Day; Quebec)

Keanu Reeves Day

National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

National Legacy Day

National Magazine Day

National Mamey Day

National Memo Day

National Rock n Roll Podcast Day

National Spiritual Baptist Day (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines)

National Talk Like Yoda Day

Natura 2000 Day (EU)

Navy Day (Chile)

Passion Play Day (Germany)

Pilottwt Selfie Day

Pogo Stick Day

Polar Explorer’s Day (Russia)

Rapture Party Day (2011 prediction by Harold Camping)

Recommerce Day

Red Cross Day

Saint Helena Day (Saint Helena)

Sanja Matsuri begins (Tokyo, Japan)

Slap a Patch On It Day

United States Cyber Command Day

World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (UN)

World Meditation Day (UK)

Food & Drink Celebrations

International Tea Day (UN) [also 12.15]

International Tennessee Whiskey Day

National Mourvèdre Day

National Waitstaff Day (a.k.a. Waiters and Waitresses Day)

Strawberries and Cream Day

World Chardonnay Day

Nature Celebrations

Agricultural Fair Day

Daylilly Day (French Republic)

Day of Nature (France)

Lilies and Roses Day (UK)

Purple Star of Jerusalem Day (a.k.a. Jack-Go-To-Bed-At-Noon)

Red Larkspur (Freedom; Korean Birth Flowers)

World Fish Migration Day

World Tree Kangaroo Day

Independence, Flag & Related Days

Malabon (City Founded; Philippines)

Montenegro (from Serbia, 2006)

New Zealand (Proclaimed a British Colony; 1840)

Southwest Vineland (Declared; 2021) [unrecognized]

Valentia Riqueza and Grandeza (a.k.a. ValeVRG; Declared; 2022) [unrecognized]

3rd Wednesday in May

Hump Day [Every Wednesday]

International Customer Support Day [3rd Wednesday]

International Trauma Survivors Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Employee Health & Fitness Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Juice Slush Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Parent Peer Support Provider Appreciation Day [3rd Wednesday]

National Playday for Health [3rd Wednesday]

National Trauma Survivors Day [3rd Wednesday]

Philly Loves PAWS Day (Philadelphia) [3rd Wednesday]

Turn Beauty Inside Out Day [3rd Wednesday]

Wacky Wednesday [Every Wednesday]

Wandering Wednesday [3rd Wednesday of Each Month]

Website Wednesday [Every Wednesday]

Wiener Wednesday [3rd Wednesday of Each Month]

Weekly Holidays beginning May 21 (3rd Full Week of May)

Fleet Week (New York, New York) [thru 5.27]

Mailbox Improvement Week (thru 5.27)

Festivals On or Beginning May 21, 2025

Bergen International Festival (Bergen, Norway) [thru 6.4]

Lightning in a Bottle (Bakersfield, California) [thru 5.25]

Soul Beach Music Festival (Philipsburg, Sint Maarten) [thru 5.26]

Van Cliburn International Piano Competition (Fort Worth, Texas) [thry 6.7]

Ware Shoals Catfish Feastival (Ware Shoals, South Carolina) [thru 5.24]

Feast Days

Adílio Daronch and Manuel Gómez González (Christian; Saint)

Agonalia (Ancient Rome) [also 1.9 & 12.11]

Anastenaria (Fire-Walking Ritual; Ancient Greece)

Andrew Bobola (Christian; Martyr)

Arcangelo Tadini (Christian; Saint)

Christopher Magallanes, and other Saints of the Cristero War (Christian; Saint)

Collen (Christian; Saint)

Day of the Twins: Beginning of Gemini (Astrology/Pagan)

Emperor Constantine I (Christian; Saint)

Eugène de Mazenod (Christian; Saint)

Felix of Cantalicio (Christian; Saint)

Festival for Vevodus (God of the Dead, Swamps & Volvanic Movements; Ancient Rome)

Festival of Demeter (Greek Barley Mother Goddess)

Festival of Vejovis (Roman God of Healing)

42 Day (Pastafarian)

Franz Jägerstätter (Christian; Saint)

Free Money Day (Church of the SubGenius)

Godric of Finkley (Christian; Saint)

Green Four-Net (Muppetism)

Helena of Constantinople (a.k.a. "Feast of the Holy Great Sovereigns Constantine and Helen, Equal-to-the-Apostles,” Eastern Orthodox Church, Anglican Communion)

Hospitius (Christian; Saint)

John Elliot (Episcopal Church)

Nestinarstvo (Fire-Walking Ritual; Ancient Bulgaria)

Nost-na-Lothion (Elven feast for the birth of flowers; Lord of the Rings)

Ponder Pointlessness Day (Pastafarian)

Saint Camping’s Day (Discordian)

St. Luke (Positivist; Saint)

Theophilus of Corte (Christian; Saint)

Lunar Calendar Holidays

Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 24 (Geng-Yin)

Day Pillar: Metal Tiger

12-Day Officers/12 Gods: Receive Day (收 Shou) [Inauspicious]

Holidays: Grain Full Day

Secular Saints Days

Édouard-Henri Avril (Art)

Bill Barber (Music)

Raymond Burr (Entertainment)

Bill Champlain (Music)

Robert Creeley (Literature)

Chen Dayu (Art)

Albrecht Dürer (Art)

Al Franken (Entertainment)

Rudolf Koller (Art)

John McLaughlin (Art)

Robert Montgomery (Entertainment)

Plato (Philosophy)

Alexander Pope (Literature)

Judge Reinhold (Entertainment)

Marc Ribot (Music)

Harold Robbins (Literature)

Henri Rousseau (Art)

Mr. T (Entertainment)

Fats Waller (Music)

Today’s National Name Days

National Albrecht Day

National Henri Day

Lucky & Unlucky Days

Sakimake (先負 Japan) [Bad luck in the morning, good luck in the afternoon.]

Umu Limnu (Evil Day; Babylonian Calendar; 24 of 60)

Premieres

Agents of Fortune, by Blue Oyster Cult (Album; 1976)

Alison, by Elvis Costello (Song; 1977)

American Red Cross (Charity Organization; 1881)

Annie (Film; 1982)

Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere, by The Who (Song; 1965)

The Awakening of America (Paramount-Bray Pictographs Cartoon; 1917)

Bobby Bumps and the Sand Lizard (Paramount-Bray Pictographs Cartoon; 1919)

The Conquest of Everest, by John Hurt (Memoir; 1954)

Chips Ahoy (Donald Duck Disney Cartoon; 1955)

A Chorus Line (Broadway Musical; 1975)

Curtain Razor (WB LT Cartoon; 1949)

Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid (Film; 1982)

The Deep Blue Good-By, by John D. MacDonald (Novel; 1964)

Donald’s Dream Voice (Donald Duck Disney Cartoon; 1948)

Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (Silent Film; 1908)

The Egg Hunt (Color Rhapsody Cartoon; 1940)

Fingertips, recorded by Stevie Wonder (Song; 1963)

The First Circus (Tony Sarg’s Almanac Cartoon; 1921)

Flivvering (Mutt & Jeff Cartoon; 1921)

Flop Goes the Weasel (Blue Ribbon Hit Parade Cartoon; 1947)

The Foxy Pups (Color Rhapsody Cartoon; 1937)

Gimme All Your Lovin’, by ZZ Top (Music Video; 1983)

Godzilla vs. Kong (Film; 2021)

Gypsy (Broadway Musical; 1959)

Hassle in a Castle (Woody Woodpecker Cartoon; 1966)

His Pipe Dreams (Vincent Whitman Cartoon; 1915)

Hot Shots! Part Deux (Film; 1993)

Injun Trouble (WB LT Cartoon; 1938)

I Sing the Body Electric! & Other Stories, by Ray Bradbury (Short Stories; 1969)

Jasper’s Music Lesson (Madcap Modes George Pal Cartoon; 1943)

Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet (Marque Musical Disney Cartoon; 1954)

A Jolt for General Germ (Fleischer Cartoon; 1931)

Lunch Poems, by Frank O'Hara (Poetry; 1963)

Mad Max 2 (Film; 1982)

Mask of Orpheus, by Harrison Birtwistle (Opera; 1986)

Maybellene, recorded by Chuck Berry (Song; 1955)

McCartney II, by Paul McCartney (Album; 1980)

Mouse for Sale (Tom & Jerry Cartoon; 1955)

Naked Came the Stranger (Adult Film; 1975)

Notting Hill (Film; 1999)

Ohio, by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (Song; 1970)

The Optimist's Daughter, by Eudora Welty (Novella; 1972)

Pagliacci, by Ruggero Leoncavallo (Opera; 1892)

Past Perfumance (WB MM Cartoon; 1955)

Pigs Is Pigs (Disney Cartoon; 1954)

Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be, sung by Doris Day (Song; 1956)

Ram, by Paul McCartney (Album; 1971)

A Rare Bird (Mutt & Jeff Cartoon; 1921)

The Real World (TV Series; 1992)

Red Rubber Ball, by The Circle (Song; 1966)

The Return of the Pink Panther (Film; 1975)

The Rhinemann Exchange, by Robert Ludlum (Novel; 1974)

Riptide, by Vance Joy (Song; 2013)

The Road Warrior (Film; 1982)

Safety Spin (Mt. Magoo UPA Cartoon; 1953)

The Secret of the Hittites, by C.W. Ceram (History Book; 1956)

Shrek Forever After (Animated Film; 2010)

Snow Excuse (WB MM Cartoon; 1966)

Sour, by Olivia Rodrigo (Album; 2021)

Spaced Out Bunny (WB Cartoon; 1980)

Spinning Wheel, by Blood, Sweat & Tears (Song; 1969)

Spring Antics (Aesop’s Sound Fable Cartoon; 1932)

Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (UK Film; 1980)

Step On It (Fleischer Cartoon for Texas Oil; 1931)

Superman in the Underground World (Fleischer/Famous Superman Cartoon; 1943) [#16]

Terminator Salvation (Film; 2009)

Touch of Evil (Film; 1958)

Twin Peaks: The Return (TV Series; 2017)

The Twisker Pitcher (Fleischer Popeye Cartoon; 1937)

Under the Boardwalk, recorded by The Drifters (Song; 1964)

What’s Going On, by Marvin Gaye (Album; 1971)

Today’s Name Days

Christoph, Constantin, Josef, Julio (Austria)

Elena, Konstantin, Kosta, Kostadin, Kostadinka, Lenko, Stoyan (Bulgaria)

Dubravka, Eugen, Kristofor (Croatia)

Monika (Czech Republic)

Helene (Denmark)

Kindel, Konstantin, Kostel, Tiino (Estonia)

Konsta, Konstantin, Kosti (Finland)

Constantin (France)

Hermann, Konst, Wiltrud (Germany)

Constantine, Constantina, Elena, Elene, Eleni, Helen, Konstantina, Konstantinos, Lena, Nantia (Greece)

Konstantin (Hungary)

Angelo, Giulia, Vittorio (Italy)

Ernestine, Ingmārs, Vinija (Latvia)

Vaidivutis, Valentas, Vydmina (Lithuania)

Eli, Ellen, Helene (Norway)

Donat, Donata, Jan, Kryspin, Przecława, Pudens, Tymoteusz, Walenty, Wiktor, Wiktoriusz (Poland)

Constantin, Elena (România)

Zina (Slovakia)

Cristóbal, Virginia (Spain)

Conny, Konstantin (Sweden)

Constance, Constantine, Helen (Ukraine)

Adelric, Adiel, Audric, Keaton, Kendrick (USA)

Today is Also…

Day of Year: Day 141 of 2025; 224 days remaining in the year

ISO Week: Day 3 of Week 21 of 2025

Celtic Tree Calendar: Huath (Hawthorn) [Day 9 of 28]

Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 24 (Geng-Yin)

Chinese Year of the: Snake 4723 (until February 17, 2026) [Ding-Chou]

Coptic: 13 Bashans 1741

Druid Tree Calendar: Chestnut (May 15-24) [Day 7 of 10]

Hebrew: 23 Iyar 5785

Islamic: 23 Dhu al-Qada 1446

Julian: 8 May 2025

Moon: 37%: Waning Crescent

Positivist: 1 Saint Paul (6th Month) [St. Luke]

Runic Half Month: Ing (Expansive Energy) [Day 8 of 15] (thru 5.28)

Season: Spring (Day 62 of 92)

SUn Calendar: 21 Magenta; Seventhday [21 of 30]

Week: 3rd Full Week of May

Zodiac:

Tropical (Typical) Zodiac: Gemini (Day 1 of 31)

Sidereal Zodiac: Taurus (Day 7 of 32)

Schmidt Zodiac: Cetus (Day 10 of 26)

IAU Boundaries (Current) Zodiac: Aries (Day 8 of 39)

IAU Boundaries (1977) Zodiac: Aries (Day 8 of 37)

Calendar Changes

Gemini (The Twins) begins [Tropical (Typical) Zodiac Sign 6 of 12; thru 6.20]

Saint Paul (Catholicism) [Month 6 of 13; Positivist]

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José Antonio Haua Maauad - ¿Cómo se está adaptando la industria del vino al cambio climático?

El cambio climático no es una amenaza lejana: ya está afectando a los viñedos en todo el mundo. Temperaturas más altas, vendimias adelantadas, cambios en la acidez y en la maduración de las uvas… La industria del vino se encuentra en un momento crucial de transformación.

1. ¿Qué efectos está causando el cambio climático en el vino?

Aumento de temperaturas: Las uvas maduran más rápido, lo que produce vinos con más alcohol y menos acidez.

Cambios en las lluvias: Periodos de sequía alternan con lluvias extremas que dañan la vid o aumentan el riesgo de enfermedades.

Desplazamiento de regiones vinícolas: Algunas zonas tradicionales se están volviendo demasiado cálidas, mientras que otras antes consideradas marginales están ganando protagonismo.

2. Nuevas estrategias en el viñedo

Los productores están tomando medidas para adaptarse:

Cambios en la orientación de las filas de vides para reducir la exposición al sol.

Uso de cubiertas vegetales para conservar humedad y combatir la erosión.

Selección de variedades más resistentes al calor y a la sequía (como Garnacha, Mourvèdre o Touriga Nacional).

3. Innovaciones en bodega y técnicas de vinificación

Vinificación con menos extracción de alcohol.

Cambios en el tipo de levaduras para mejorar el equilibrio.

Técnicas de fermentación que preservan la frescura y acidez natural.

4. Nuevas zonas productoras emergentes

Reino Unido, Canadá, el norte de Alemania o Polonia están empezando a elaborar vinos de calidad.

Zonas frías como la Patagonia o el Valle de Uco a gran altitud se vuelven más competitivas.

Una industria que se reinventa para sobrevivir

El vino es historia, pero también innovación. La adaptabilidad será clave para seguir produciendo vinos con identidad en un planeta cambiante. El vino que tomaremos en el futuro será diferente, y eso no tiene por qué ser negativo.

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