How to turn a pig farm into a world class pinot (or die trying)
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What is harder, making wine or family? Today we tell the incredible story of Beau Frères, a pioneer in American Pinot Noir. When Michael G. Etzel and his brother in law Robert Parker jr. (yes, that Robert Parker) found an old pig farm in Oregon, they had a hunch there might be something there. Today Beau Frères Vineyard is a staple of wine collectors and great restaurants, but it wasn't easy.
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