Cloning Chardonnay: genetic diversity adds to complexity in California wines
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California Chardonnay is getting better and better, largely because of the effects of cloning. Introducing cuttings from other vineyards will create a more diverse crop of grapes. Paul Masson is said to have brought cuttings to Santa Cruz from Burgundy in 1896.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1997
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Corked!
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Yeasts, bacteria and molds can collect in wine corks, and this sometimes results in wine that tastes unpleasant. As long as cork is used as a stopper, there is a risk of corkiness. Wine collectors should buy at least of half-case of their favorite wines.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1997
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The entrepreneur: Maurice Marciano
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Maurice Marciano, 46, is originally from Marseilles, France. He founded Guess? jeans company with one of his brothers in 1977. Marciano enjoys life in southern California. He discusses his extensive wine collection, art and other topics.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1995
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