Crush: The Triumph of California Wine

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The narrative chronicles the ambitious journey to create world-class wines in California, paralleling the rich legacy of French viticulture. After enduring four significant setbacks, the dream culminates in a pivotal blind tasting in Paris, coinciding with America's bicentennial. This landmark event solidifies California's status in the global wine scene, showcasing its wines as equals to the finest from France. The book captures the passion, perseverance, and transformative moments that defined this remarkable evolution in winemaking.