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California's chilly SLO Coast
This new AVA delivers on cool-climate wines – and excellent value for money. Above, the Derbyshire Vineyard, the Pacific Ocean in the background. See also Tasting California's SLO Coast. The...
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Wednesday 14 June 2023
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