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The Trade Show Issue
The "Best Wine Industry Suppliers" Issue
MARCH - APRIL 2014
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VOL.40 NO.2
ON THE COVER:
Which suppliers are the wine
industry's favorites? The answers
are revealed in our second annual
feature. Graphic: Chris Sittner
COVER STORY
Best of Wine Industry Suppliers 2014
Readers name their favorites in our second annual survey.
VINEYARD & WINERY
Drought and Groundwater Overdraft Force Changes in Paso Robles
Water metering and efficient irrigation are critical in California. By Ted Rieger
New Strategies Sought for Grapevine Canker Disease Management
Researchers aim to develop new tools for detection and prevention. By Ted Rieger
New Twists on Traditional Barrels
Steel and Plexiglas coopering tweaks mark recent innovations. By David Falchek
Q&A: Laurence Sterling
Iron Horse general manager stays true to winery's house style. By Dan Berger
MANAGEMENT
Boxwood Estate Winery Scores in Virginia
Team-playing vintners apply NFL lessons to their family business. By Marguerite Thomas
Pioneering Spirits
Wineries embrace artisanal brandy, vodka and gin with a story. By Jennifer Strailey
Tax Planning Opportunities
New IRS regulations take effect in 2014. By Jeffrey L. Shilling and Michael Ricioli
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