In 845 AD, King Charles the Bald of West Francia signed a royal land grant that mentioned an ancient white grape from the Loire Valley called Plant d'Anjou, which is now known as Chenin Blanc—a grape grown worldwide but predominantly in South Africa where it is called Steen. Despite his nickname 'the Bald,' Charles was actually hairy, making the title ironic. This historical document represents one of the earliest written records of this wine grape variety.
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Why a "BALD" King is RESPONSIBLE for Your Wine!? #shorts #storytime #franceAdded:
Did you know that bald king probably signed off on your favorite white wine?
Here's how. Meet King Charles of West Francia, known as the Bald. In 845 AD, he signed a royal land grant mentioning an ancient white grape from the Loire Valley known at the time as plant d'Anjou. And the grape is known today as Chenin Blanc, which is grown worldwide but especially predominantly in South Africa where they call it Steen.
So, all thanks to a bald king from 845 AD who wasn't even actually hairy, we know the history of this exquisite white grape used in wine.
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