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Hanzell Finds TCA Taint in Wines

Sonoma winery suspends sales of 2000 Chardonnay and 1999 Pinot Noir

By James Laube

In June, Hanzell Vineyards suspended sales of its 2000 Chardonnay and 1999 Pinot Noir after tests showed the presence of 2,4,6-trichloroanisole (TCA) -- a compound that causes musty aromas in wine -- .....

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