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Agricultural Trade Consequences of Asia’s Economic Growth

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Source: University of Adelaide, School of Economics (pdf)

TODAY'S FEATURED WINE

Grgich Hills: Zinfandel: Napa Valley - California: Estate Grown: 2010: United States

The almost citrus-sharp undertones of freshly grated nutmeg lifts the plum and red-berry fruit in this unusual style of Zinfandel. A delicious departure from the expected. Grigch Hills has a winner here. $33.25 at the winery.

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