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2014 – worth celebrating

Tuesday 16 December 2014
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Some years are unarguably more momentous than others. The question is whether we can really recognise them without the benefit of hindsight. History may prove me wrong, but as 2014 comes to a close I'm prepared to declare it one of the most important years for American wine.

The last 12 months were filled with more than a few revelations, triumphs, and vindications, even as they revealed a good measure of hard truths for some.

Keep drinking America

The first wine-related news story of 2014 still lingers for American wine lovers as a warm glow of satisfaction. By the end...

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