Talk:Geisenheim Grape Breeding Institute

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My understanding is that the good Dr. was named Hermann Muller.[1]

The "epynomous" "Muller Thurgau" grape was named in his honor, against his wishes, after his passing.[2]

Further, the "Thurgau" came from the place where he was born, the Swiss Canton of Thurgau.[3]


[edit] References

  1. ^ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hermann_M%C3%BCller_%28Thurgau%29
  2. ^ http://www.honeywoodwinery.com/muller.asp
  3. ^ http://www.winepressnw.com/features/story/4842844p-4779998c.html


209.162.136.18 02:54, 24 September 2007 (UTC)