August 13, 2010
Geologist Kevin Pogue says variations in geology translate to differences in barrel tastes of wines. Those differences can be wiped out in the wine making process, however.
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WALLA WALLA -- The Walla Walla Valley is renowned for its wine, but what about the area makes it particularly suitable for viticulture? According to geologist Kevin Pogue, the answer to that question lies buried just beneath our feet.
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