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...that the compound 4-ethylphenol, produced by the spoilage yeast Brettanomyces, can make wine smell like band-aids?
...that French Champagne merchant Charles Heidsieck was imprisoned for espionage during the American Civil War, sparking an international incident?
...that the Carmenère grape was thought to be extinct until it was discovered in Chile that what they thought was Merlot was actually Carmenere?
...that global warming is cited as the main reason why southern England is becoming suitable for wine production and that is has similar soils and latitude to the Champagne region of France?
...during both World Wars the Languedoc region was responsible for providing the daily wine rations given to French soldiers.
...that Champagne is a Sparkling wine?
...there is a white variety of Tempranillo grapes?
...Pinot Noir prices have increased since the Sideways film was released?