
Every year, vintners around the world learn a crucial lesson: No two vintages are the same. In 2009, every appellation grappled with challenges. Some faced heat waves; others, sudden downpours. Here are eyewitness reports from major regions.
For the full article, check out the new issue of Wine Spectator, on newsstands February 2, 2010.
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