It’s Been 50 Years Since the Judgement of Paris — It’s Time to Move On.

Everyone loves a David and Goliath story; the underdog-beats-all trope is timeless for a reason. In 1976 this scenario played out in the wine world: At a small tasting in Paris, bottles from the nascent Napa Valley ranked higher than French wines in both red and white categories. That seminal day, known as the Judgement of Paris, reverberated throughout the industry and shaped the reputation of Napa. Now, half a century later, Napa is considered one of the world’s preeminent wine regions. The area’s storied Cabernets reside in collectors’ cellars. The article It’s Been 50 Years Since the Judgement of Paris — It’s Time to Move On. appeared first on VinePair.