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COVER STORY
Bracing for Barrel Shock
More rapid French oak increases seem likely, while wineries use more American oak and alternatives
by Alan GoldfarbStill Second Rate?
How American oak fought its way to more finesse
by Tim PattersonWell-Seasoned Staves
Why some winemakers pay more for barrels made from up to 5-year-old oak--and why others do not bother
by Panos KakaviatosGROWING & WINEMAKING
Multi-Tasking Tanks
Northwest wineries bulk up on versatile equipment
by Peter MithamWinemaker Interview MORTEN HALLGREN
Drying out the Finger Lakes
by Thomas PellechiaDijon Chardonnay Choices
Oregon and California growers discuss their Chardonnay clones
by Larry WalkerDetecting Leafroll Disease
Strategies for testing, management and control
by Judit Monis, Ph.D.REGIONAL
A Tale of Two Extremes
Analyzing the 2007 Easter freeze in Midwest vineyards
by Kevin W. KerHeading Off Grape Berry Moth
Growers get pest management advice at Long Island ag forum
by Suzanne GannonBUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Immigration Challenges in 2008
Focus on three areas to keep your company proactive
by Michael C. Saqui and Anthony P. RaimondoDepartments
Editor's Letter
A Close Look at Barrels
by Jim GordonFeedback
Thought-provoking commentrary from Wines & Vines readers
Faces & Forums
Researchers and growers mix at seventh annual event
by Wines & Vines staffViewpoint
Yet it's the best place to give customers a memorable experience
by Josh HermsmeyerNewsbriefs
Suppliers, People, Marketing, Events, Regional
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