A Dangerous Wine that Became Our New Year's Eve Tradition

from Voices of the Vine · host Denise M. Gardner

Today, we're diving into why we "cheers" with sparkling wine on New Year's Eve once the clock tolls midnight. This episode is filled with Champagne history, the start of the Ball in Times Square, and why the term "toast" is used in celebratory occasions. Plus, a reminder of one of America's oldest New Year's traditions, which includes a handshake from the President. For show notes of this episode, visit dgwinemaking.com/winelovers

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