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Wildfires could give California wines smoky taste

When smoke is absorbed into the plant and concentrates in the fruit, it alters the grape's chemistry and ultimately taints its taste and aroma

Published Wed, Oct 11, 2017 · 09:50 PM

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Washington

WINE connoisseurs may find some of northern California's 2017 vintage to be a bit smokier than usual on the palate.

Wildfires have damaged or demolished at least 13 Napa Valley wineries, a trade group for vintners there said on Tuesday, but experts say smoke rather than flames may pose a wider risk to the delicate grapes still waiting to be picked.

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