Runaway Ripeness
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Two contradictory viewpoints, one a desire for greater ripeness in grapes, and the other a need for balance and finesse in wines are juxtaposed. It is emphasized that the former desire is replaced by the need for lower levels of alcohol and sugar content in wines, which is taken of by the use of modern machines or early picking of grapes.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 2005
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California: plantings boom from north to south for the Golden State's new rising star
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The grape, Syrah can be a fairly easy one to grow in California and can set large crops and produce volumes of good wine. However, Syrah's explosive growth in California has created a concern among a few winemakers, as many vineyards are planted without contracts to sell the crops.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 2003
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Breakout for California Pinot Noir: The 2002 vintage is the one we've all been waiting for
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Monterrey, Santa Barbara and Sonoma, three of California's top four wine-producing regions for Pinot Noir have produced the highest-ever percentages of outstanding wines this year. The wines have a purity of flavor along with exceptional dimensions, concentration and finesse.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 2004
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