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Cotes de Provence Wine Region Ravaged by Wildfires

Posted on September 7, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The blaze raged on teh French Riviera for a week, leaving two people dead, 27 injured and 10,000 persons forced to evacuate from the Var region, not far from Saint-Tropez.  At least one small estate in the region is known … Continue reading →

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Up to 50% of French Winegrapes May Be Lost After Freeze

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

About 80% of vineyards in France’s primary wine growing areas are expected to lose 25% to 50% of the grapes, according to the European Committee of Wine Companies after a severe frost earlier in April followed an unusual warm spell … Continue reading →

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