European love story in Monterey: Dutch magnate pursues the Cabernet Sauvignon grail in Carmel Valley
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Automobile magnate Ben Pon visited California and remained to build a winery in Monterey County. He has invested $5 million to plant 37 acres of Cabernet, Petit Verdot and Merlot grapes and is planning to make premium wines. He has hired winemaker Don Blackburn.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1993
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Monterey's man about town: restaurateur Ted Balestreri
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Balestreri, who owns the Sardine Factor, is a lover of wine and a tireless promoter of Monterey. His restaurant has won awards for its wine list. He recalls his childhood and how moving to Monterey taught him to relax.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1993
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Monterey winery tries success through the mail
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The Salinas Valley winery has increased its production of wines and is now marketing them through a mail order campaign. The wines offered, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and others, are rated well.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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