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André Mack: How a ‘black sheep’ wine man found success as an entrepreneur

A decade ago, André Hueston Mack stood on a pinnacle in the wine world as head sommelier of Per Se, the renowned haute cuisine restaurant in New York. He had spent years climbing the wine steward cellar in restaurants around the country and was managing an 1,800-selection wine list in one of the most expensive, opulent restaurants in America. (more…)

Chemical Analysis Confirms Discovery of Oldest Wine-making Equipment Ever Found

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*UCLA scientists use new scientific method to verify vintage 4100 B.C. wine*

Analysis by a UCLA-led team of scientists has confirmed the discovery of the oldest complete wine production facility ever found, including grape seeds, withered grape vines, remains of pressed grapes, a rudimentary wine press, a clay vat apparently used for fermentation, wine-soaked potsherds, and even a cup and drinking bowl. (more…)

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André Mack: How a ‘black sheep’ wine man found success as an entrepreneur

Chemical Analysis Confirms Discovery of Oldest Wine-making Equipment Ever Found