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Tag Archives: Wine Competitions
Michigan Wine: The Stats Are Stellar, Suckers
Controversy has surrounded wine competitions for years, and as the landscape changes, things aren’t getting any better. For example, in 2006, Wither Hills winemaker Brent Marris was accused of creating special blends for competitions while his lesser wine ended up … Continue reading
Posted in GENERAL, Michigan, MIDWEST
Tagged Chateau Grand Traverse, Fenn Valley, Left Foot Charley's, Michigan wine, Sean O'Keefe, Tabor Hill, Wine Competitions
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